https://jobs.co.uk/job/strategic-director-of-finance-section-151-officer-and-deputy-chief-executive-isle-of-wight-council--50e5ee25-12df-4eb1-86de-507586d2233f RSS feed for Strategic Director of Finance (Section 151 Officer) and Deputy Chief Executive at ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL. en-gb Sun, 24 May 2026 14:22:55 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/strategic-director-of-finance-section-151-officer-and-deputy-chief-executive-isle-of-wight-council--50e5ee25-12df-4eb1-86de-507586d2233f https://jobs.co.uk/job/strategic-director-of-finance-section-151-officer-and-deputy-chief-executive-isle-of-wight-council--50e5ee25-12df-4eb1-86de-507586d2233f Sun, 24 May 2026 11:50:53 GMT Location: Isle of Wight | Salary: 10000-500000 Annual | Type: Permanent | We are seeking a visionary Strategic Director of Finance and Deputy Chief Executive to join our corporate leadership team and drive change to ensure we reach our goal of achieving a sustainable footing financially. The role includes the duties of Section 151 Officer, working to ensure best practice in financial planning, monitoring and risk mitigation in the design and delivery of services. "This is a pivotal leadership role at a defining moment for the Isle of Wight. The Strategic Director of Finance and Deputy Chief Executive will shape the Council''s future, providing strong financial leadership, working closely with Members and partners, and delivering sustainable outcomes for Island communities. The challenge is significant, but so is the opportunity to make a lasting impact" - Wendy Perera, Chief Executive, Isle of Wight Council This is your opportunity to inspire change, champion financial resilience and build a sustainable future for our Island community. With Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) announcing that the Island will be retained as a separate unitary authority, this is the perfect time to join us to take our local directives forward. With our unique geography a... Permanent