Director of Finance & Digital

Director of Finance & Digital

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. We are looking for a strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and a track record of delivering results.

Areas You Will Lead

• Financial Planning – Setting financial direction, lead planning and reporting, and ensure robust systems and governance for long‑term sustainability
• Digital & Data Transformation – Drive innovation through AI, data analytics, and emerging technologies. Lead digital strategy and governance, ensuring systems are future‑ready and aligned with organisational goals
• Commercial Strategy – Identify new income streams, forge strategic partnerships, and explore digital commercialisation opportunities that deliver real value
• Corporate Governance & Compliance – Ensure the highest standards of governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance while leading on estate management, insurance, and health & safety

Main Responsibilities

• Oversight of budget of £20m
• Opportunity to significantly grow budget and activity through flexible funding flows in shift to neighbourhood working
• Providing expert Board‑level leadership in Finance, Digital and Commercial Strategy
• Represent all Herefordshire GP practices to ensure financially resilient services at practice, neighbourhood & place
• Ensuring forward‑looking Finance and Digital strategies underpin all plans
• Leading development of Commercial Strategy identifying new revenue opportunities, partnerships, and service innovations
• Providing inspirational leadership, fostering culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Fully participating in the development and delivery of the organisations Business Plan, ensuring alignment with financial, digital, and commercial goals
• Reporting to Board, Finance and Audit, Integrated Governance, and Commercial Strategy Committees

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Extensive board‑level finance experience
• A demonstrated ability to lead, inspire and empower a diverse and multidisciplinary team
• An understanding of general practice, including the challenges, opportunities and trends
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• A high level of professionalism, integrity and ethical standards
• A leader who engages and enables others to deliver their best
• An unquestionable record of delivering results through others. Financial acumen, with proven experience of managing budgets and optimising income streams
• Ability to engage external stakeholders to build partnerships that support strategic goals
• Credibility to represent the organisation to influence policy, industry standards and system responses

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• NHS pension – 23.78% employer contribution
• 33 to 38 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• Vivup benefits: 24/7 counselling, salary‑sacrifice schemes, retail discounts

Location & Working Arrangements

This role is based at Nelson House, Hereford. Hybrid working may be discussed as part of the selection process.

Application Process

• Your CV
• A Supporting Statement (max 2 pages) demonstrating how you meet the criteria in the role profile

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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

We strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including Military Veterans and family members of serving personnel. We uphold the principles of the Equality Act 2010 and do not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, pregnancy and maternity, or sexual orientation.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Safeguarding Statement

Taurus Healthcare is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children, and young people. All confirmed offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS Check for this role.

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