Director of Finance & Resources (3-year contract)

Director of Finance & Resources (3-year contract)

St John's Hospice is seeking an exceptional Director of Finance and Resources to join our Senior Management Team on a three-year fixed-term basis. This role matters.

As our current Director of Finance and Resources is seconded to lead a major refurbishment and improvement project to make the Hospice fit for the next 40 years, we are looking for an inspiring leader to guide our finance and resources functions through this exciting period of change.

With two-thirds of our income funded through the generosity of our local community and annual operating costs approaching £8 million, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the long-term sustainability of our Hospice and the services upon which local people rely.

Working closely with the Chief Executive, Board of Trustees and Senior Management Team, you will help shape strategy, lead financial planning and ensure the resources are in place to deliver a wide range of Hospice services.

You will lead all aspects of the Hospice's finance and accounting functions, providing strategic oversight of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting and statutory compliance. You will also play an important role in contributing to and leading our ongoing digital transformation programme as part of the Hospice's future ambitions.

Beyond finance, you will provide leadership across administration, IT, facilities and commercial enterprises, creating an environment where staff and volunteers can thrive. This is a unique opportunity to influence organisational development, drive continuous improvement and help ensure the Hospice is equipped to meet the needs of our community for years to come.

For full details about this role, please download our recruitment pack.

This post is subject to a standard DBS check. The cost of this check is currently £26.30 and this will be deducted from the successful applicants first salary payment.

Closing Date:

Sunday 4th October 2026

Interview date:

Friday 16th October 2026

We Offer

• NHS Pension may be continued subject to eligibility or St John's Hospice Pension Scheme (St John's pays an 8% employer contribution)