Director of Finance and Procurement – West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service

Are you a visionary finance leader with the strategic insight, professional credibility and leadership capability to help shape the future of a major public service organisation?

Pending the retirement of the existing postholder, an exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the UK’s leading fire and rescue services, playing a vital role in making West Yorkshire safer. At West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS), we believe everyone has a part to play, and we are looking for a dynamic and compassionate leader to join our team.

This is a pivotal statutory role with responsibility for ensuring the sound financial stewardship, governance and sustainability of the Authority at a time of increasing complexity and change across the public sector.
As the Authority’s Director of Finance and Procurement, you will provide clear, impartial and professional financial advice to elected Members, the Chief Fire Officer/Chief Executive and senior leaders. You will lead the delivery of an effective, modern and forward-thinking finance and procurement service that supports our strategic priorities, influences our operating model pre and post devolution and helps us deliver excellent services to the communities of West Yorkshire.