Commercial and Finance Manager

Commercial and Finance Manager

Glasgow City Council Digital Services

£55,388 - £64,300

The Council is seeking to recruit a Commercial and Finance Manager to evolve the commercial and financial management of the Council’s contracts with multiple Managed Service Providers and other contracts, and associated financial planning, modelling and analysis.  This role plays a key role in preparing and delivering future procurement activity. 

You will be:

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  Working at the heart of major digital programmes and supplier relationships.
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  Influencing strategic investment decisions.
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  Helping leaders understand risk, value and opportunity.
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  Shaping commercial approaches that directly impact frontline services and citizens.

You’ll be part of a supportive, ambitious team that values expertise, collaboration and professional challenge – with the space to use your judgement, exercise ownership, and grow your influence.

This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in a range of work in a complex organisation, supporting delivery of transformational services that enable all parts of the Council Family and improve the lives of Glasgow residents.

The Candidates

We are seeking an individual eager to make a real impact.  We’re looking for an exceptional commercial and financial professional who wants more than a traditional finance role.

We’re keen to attract people who bring strong commercial instinct, intellectual curiosity and the confidence to operate at pace.

You will demonstrate:

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  Exceptional attention to detail, working with accuracy in complex environments
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  Adaptability, with the confidence to operate in change and ambiguity
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  High motivation and personal drive, with pride in your work and outcomes
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  Clear ownership and accountability, seeing issues through from insight to impact
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  A curious, analytical mindset, asking the right questions and challenging assumptions
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  Excellent communication skills, able to translate complex financial and commercial information for non-financial colleagues
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  Strong influencing skills, building credibility and trust at all levels

Close date - Monday 18th May