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Assistant Chief Officer (Finance), Durham Constabulary

Durham Constabulary Assistant Chief Officer (Finance)

Long recognised as one of the top performing forces in the UK, Durham Constabulary is seeking an exceptional Assistant Chief Officer (Finance) to join the Force Executive team.

The force is proud of its approach—doing things differently and doing them well—with a clear focus on modernisation. Key strides include investment in estates, technology, and business services to improve operational efficiency.

About the Role

As a core member of the Force Executive, you will report to the Deputy Chief Constable and assume S151 statutory responsibility for the Chief Constable, overseeing Finance, Estates, and Business Administration Services.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic financial leadership to the Chief Constable and senior leadership, ensuring efficiency, innovation, and best practice across enabling services.
  • Shape the modernisation agenda by redesigning how enabling services are structured and integrated, ensuring smoother, more effective processes.
  • Drive cross-system collaboration to enhance the Constabulary’s operational performance through technology and service alignment.

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This role requires a strong finance background and the ability to lead transformational change within a highly regulatory environment.

The force is rethinking how integral services function, prioritising technological and procedural upgrades to support broader organisational goals.


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  • A CCAB (Chartered Institute of Credit Management) accreditation or equivalent financial qualification.
  • Substantial senior-level experience in public-sector or police financial governance.
  • An ability to navigate political and vetting challenges, as the position is restricted by police standards.

Job Contacts For further information or inquiries, contact Tim Farr at Starfish Search:

  • Phone: 07756 293292
  • Email: tim.farr@starfishsearch.com

Apply via:

  • Durham Constabulary Vacancy Portal
  • Starfish Search Job Listing
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Skills

Financial Leadership
Strategic Planning
Organizational Change
Efficiency
Innovation
Best Practice
Financial Management
CCAB Qualification

Location

Durham, England, United Kingdom

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