Head of Business Partnering
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Posted: 10/04/2026
- £600 - £800 per day
- London
- Temporary
Head of Business Partnering - Interim
Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a London Borough to appoint an Interim Head of Business Partnering.
This is a senior leadership role focused on leading a finance business partnering function, providing strategic financial advice, and supporting decision-making across the Council.
What's on Offer
- Rate: £600 per day PAYE (c. £800 per day umbrella)
- Contract length:
- Full-time (36 hours per week)
- Hybrid working
- Inside IR35
- Start: Early May
The Role
The successful candidate will lead the delivery of a comprehensive Financial Management and Business Partnering service across corporate and operational areas.
Key responsibilities:
- Leading a team delivering financial management and business partnering support
- Acting as a key contact for senior stakeholders including Directors and Cabinet Members
- Providing clear financial advice, insight and challenge to support decision-making
- Supporting budget setting, financial planning and forecasting processes
- Delivering financial analysis that links performance to strategic objectives
- Supporting transformation and ensuring financial sustainability across services
- Improving the quality, timeliness and impact of financial reporting
- Identifying financial risks and opportunities, implementing mitigation strategies
About You
You will ideally have:
- CCAB qualification (CIPFA / ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent experience
- Strong Local Authority experience in a senior finance / business partnering role
- Proven experience working closely with senior stakeholders and providing strategic financial advice
- Experience supporting budget setting, forecasting and financial planning
- Ability to lead teams and drive improvements in financial management
How to Apply
If you are interested, please submit your CV along with your required day rate. If successful, a consultant will be in touch to discuss further details.
Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
INDSCGBR
We also offer a market-leading referral scheme of up to £300.
If you know someone suitable, please ask them to email their CV to , including your details. T&Cs apply.
Brad Robertson
Senior Consultant