Hiring now: Chief Financial Officer – NHS Scotland
Help drive strategic financial leadership across NHS Scotland.
We’re recruiting a Chief Financial Officer for Health and Social Care — a high-impact position overseeing a £21 billion revenue budget and £1 billion capital budget.
You’ll support 22 NHS Boards, work closely with Integration Authorities, and lead the Health and Social Care Finance Directorate, which includes around 78 staff and a £6 million budget.
Reporting directly to the Director General and Chief Executive of NHS Scotland, you’ll shape financial strategy, governance, and investment planning across the health and care system.
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- Role: Chief Financial Officer – NHS Scotland
- Starting salary: £111,916
- Apply before: 28/09/25, 23:55
Please ensure you read the full job advert and person specification before applying.
How you’ll make an impact
For full role and responsibilities, including the person specification, please see the job advert.
Driving strategic financial decisions
Shape the future of health and care services by leading the planning, oversight, and reform of multi-billion-pound budgets across NHS Scotland and Integration Authorities.
You’ll also oversee the capital programme and support the Scottish Government year-end accounts process, including NHS sub-consolidation.
Leading system-wide collaboration and accountability
Build strong partnerships across government and health bodies to align financial planning with service delivery, monitor performance, and ensure transparency and best value.
You’ll provide direction and advice to NHS Boards, monitor their financial performance, and take action where needed.
Championing inclusive and equitable budgeting
Embed equality into financial decision-making by supporting inclusive budget processes and ensuring health inequalities are addressed through strategic resource allocation.
You’ll champion inclusive budgeting through the Equality Budget Statement and support race allyship and mutual mentoring across your Directorate.
Who we’re looking for
We’re seeking a strategic, collaborative leader.
This role calls for someone with deep financial and governance expertise, and the ability to build constructive relationships across government and health bodies.
It’s an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of decision-making and ensure Scotland’s health and wellbeing priorities are delivered.
Your application
To apply, please submit your CV along with a 1500 word Supporting Statement that directly addresses the criteria listed in the Success Profile.
General or unrelated statements may result in your application being sifted out.
Why should you apply?
“This is a pivotal time within Health and Social Care in Scotland as we work across organisations to deliver reformed health and care services to the people of Scotland.
We are looking for someone who is ready to be part of the leadership team in Scottish Government, and to collaborate with our partners in shaping the future of health and care services. This role calls for someone with deep financial expertise, a strong understanding of governance, and the ability to build constructive relationships across government and health and social care bodies.
If you’re ready to lead with integrity, influence national priorities, and deliver value for Scotland — this is your opportunity.”
Caroline Lamb, Chief Executive of NHS Scotland and Director-General Health and Social Care
What we offer
Our benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits including:
- A competitive salary
- A generous pension scheme and annual leave package
- A range of flexible working options with base locations across Scotland
- The opportunity to deliver meaningful work for the people of Scotland
- Access to ongoing professional development
- An inclusive and supportive workplace
Committed to diversity
We are committed to recruiting a workforce which is reflective of our diverse population, where individual contributions are encouraged and valued.
We want to ensure that all applicants have the opportunity to perform at their best and we offer recruitment and workplace adjustments to anyone who needs them.
Ready to apply?
Visit the job advert via the link below for the full person specification and to apply.
Applications close 28/09/25.
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