Director of Finance & Resources
CV-LibraryGrimsbypermanentPosted: 23 September 2026
Apply NowDirector of Finance & Resources – Grimsby – c£90,000 + Flexible Hybrid Working
Chase & Holland are delighted to be exclusively supporting Linkage Community Trust in the appointment of a Director of Finance & Resources. This is an exciting opportunity for a credible, collaborative and values-led leader who is motivated by the opportunity to combine financial and strategic leadership with genuine social impact.
Linkage supports people with learning disabilities, autism or both to live fulfilling lives, with greater choice, independence and opportunity. As the organisation enters its next chapter, this is a pivotal leadership role with the opportunity to influence sustainable growth, investment and long-term organisational development. You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of a purpose led organisation and delivering meaningful impact for the people it supports.
The Role
As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will provide strategic leadership across Finance, Estates, ICT and Risk, working closely with the Chief Executive, Board and Senior Leadership Team.
Benefits:
Flexible & Hybrid Working
8 Weeks Annual Leave
Long Service Bonus
Blue Light Card
Life Assurance (5x Annual Salary)
24/7 GP Access & Prescriptions Service
You will:
Lead the Trust’s financial strategy, ensuring strong financial planning, performance and long-term sustainability
Ensure effective financial management, governance, internal controls and compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements
Provide strategic financial advice to the Chief Executive, Board and Committees, supporting effective decision-making and investment
Lead the development and delivery of the Estates Strategy, including capital investment, asset management and property compliance
Shape and deliver the ICT and Digital Strategy, ensuring systems are secure, effective and fit for the future
Provide executive leadership across risk, assurance, business continuity and organisational resilience
Support strategic planning, organisational transformation and continuous improvement across the Trust
Lead, develop and inspire high-performing multidisciplinary teams, fostering accountability, collaboration and innovation
Build strong relationships with regulators, funders, auditors, local authorities and other key stakeholders
Ensure Linkage’s resources are used effectively, balancing strategic investment, value for money and the organisation’s commitment to delivering meaningful impact.
You will bring:
Fully Qualified Accountant with significant senior leadership experience within a complex organisation
Experience of financial strategy, planning and long-term sustainability
Proven experience advising Boards and senior stakeholders
Strong leadership and organisational change experience
A sound understanding of governance, risk and assurance
Excellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills
Experience within charity, education, social care, health or another purpose-led environment would be advantageous
Help shape what comes next for Linkage - If you are ready to make a lasting contribution to a growing organisation and the people it supports, we would love to hear from you.
If you are interested in this Director of Finance & Resources role, please apply now.
Chase and Holland acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We specialise in Finance, Supply Chain, HR and IT recruitment and comfortably service Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Staffordshire and Lincolnshire marketplaces
Chase & Holland are delighted to be exclusively supporting Linkage Community Trust in the appointment of a Director of Finance & Resources. This is an exciting opportunity for a credible, collaborative and values-led leader who is motivated by the opportunity to combine financial and strategic leadership with genuine social impact.
Linkage supports people with learning disabilities, autism or both to live fulfilling lives, with greater choice, independence and opportunity. As the organisation enters its next chapter, this is a pivotal leadership role with the opportunity to influence sustainable growth, investment and long-term organisational development. You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of a purpose led organisation and delivering meaningful impact for the people it supports.
The Role
As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will provide strategic leadership across Finance, Estates, ICT and Risk, working closely with the Chief Executive, Board and Senior Leadership Team.
Benefits:
Flexible & Hybrid Working
8 Weeks Annual Leave
Long Service Bonus
Blue Light Card
Life Assurance (5x Annual Salary)
24/7 GP Access & Prescriptions Service
You will:
Lead the Trust’s financial strategy, ensuring strong financial planning, performance and long-term sustainability
Ensure effective financial management, governance, internal controls and compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements
Provide strategic financial advice to the Chief Executive, Board and Committees, supporting effective decision-making and investment
Lead the development and delivery of the Estates Strategy, including capital investment, asset management and property compliance
Shape and deliver the ICT and Digital Strategy, ensuring systems are secure, effective and fit for the future
Provide executive leadership across risk, assurance, business continuity and organisational resilience
Support strategic planning, organisational transformation and continuous improvement across the Trust
Lead, develop and inspire high-performing multidisciplinary teams, fostering accountability, collaboration and innovation
Build strong relationships with regulators, funders, auditors, local authorities and other key stakeholders
Ensure Linkage’s resources are used effectively, balancing strategic investment, value for money and the organisation’s commitment to delivering meaningful impact.
You will bring:
Fully Qualified Accountant with significant senior leadership experience within a complex organisation
Experience of financial strategy, planning and long-term sustainability
Proven experience advising Boards and senior stakeholders
Strong leadership and organisational change experience
A sound understanding of governance, risk and assurance
Excellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills
Experience within charity, education, social care, health or another purpose-led environment would be advantageous
Help shape what comes next for Linkage - If you are ready to make a lasting contribution to a growing organisation and the people it supports, we would love to hear from you.
If you are interested in this Director of Finance & Resources role, please apply now.
Chase and Holland acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We specialise in Finance, Supply Chain, HR and IT recruitment and comfortably service Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Staffordshire and Lincolnshire marketplaces