Job description

Connect to your Industry

Do you want to be at the forefront of transforming the public sector for the future? Are you passionate about making a tangible difference to the NHS? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Our Government Public Sector Finance Strategy team is focused on transforming Public Sector services for the future. Health and Social Care is one of our priority areas and we already have a strong Health Finance team with an excellent reputation for delivering high impact projects across NHS Providers and Systems. With ambitious growth targets and dedication to building our capability we are actively seeking to expand our high-performing team with Senior Consultants and Managers.

Connect to your career at Deloitte

Deloitte drives progress. Using our vast range of expertise, we help our clients' become leaders wherever they choose to compete. To do this, we invest in outstanding people. We build teams of future thinkers, with diverse talents and backgrounds, and empower them all to reach for and achieve more.

What brings us all together at Deloitte? It's how we approach the thousands of decisions we make every day. How we behave, our beliefs and our attitudes. In other words: our values. Whatever we do, wherever we are in the world, we lead the way , serve with integrity , take care of each other , foster inclusion , and collaborate for measurable impact . These five shared values lead every decision we make and action we take, guiding us to deliver impact how and where it matters most .

Connect to your opportunity

You will work as part of a team of Health Finance specialists, supporting Clients to solve their most difficult financial challenges. The work is complex, demanding and challenging, but also incredibly interesting and fulfilling. We work across a range of capability areas including but not limited to; operational, productivity and financial improvement; financial assessment and planning, understanding cost and income drivers; financial governance; mergers and acquisitions, financial management, capital planning and delivery, grip and control, procurement and non-pay assessment, cost reduction planning and delivery; new models of care and transformation, target operating model development and implementation; corporate services transformation and programme delivery.

As a Senior Consultant/Manager, you will play a pivotal role in all stages of our client engagements, from initial proposal development and research to solution design, implementation, and impact assessment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and delivering strategy and transformation projects for Health clients nationwide.
• Leading transformation of our Public Sector clients core business and operations by helping them prepare for growth, embrace the digital agenda and maximise their operational efficiency by delivering future-ready solutions.
• Conducting thorough research and analysis, leveraging data-driven insights to inform strategic recommendations and design proposals.
• Designing and facilitating engaging workshops and meetings, effectively engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Generating financial and analytical insight: executing rigorous and insightful analysis to build an evidence base to support strategy development and change.
• Developing compelling presentations and reports that clearly articulate findings, recommendations, and potential impact.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with client stakeholders, acting as a trusted and influential advisor.
• Proactively supporting and contributing as part of a high performing project team, identifying solutions, communicating and managing risks and opportunities to relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members (grade dependent), fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• Contributing to business development initiatives, including proposition development, proposal writing and client presentations.
• Harnessing innovation: helping clients to stimulate innovation, adapt to strategic disruptions (e.g. technology - AI/ robotics), and enable more effective policy delivery.
• Proactively keeping informed of best practice, industry news and key topics to deliver value as a trusted advisor.

Connect to your skills and professional experience

We look for talented problem-solvers with intellectual curiosity who are ready to be active members of a client team, as well as of the firm-wide community.

You will demonstrate:

Essential

• Professional finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or equivalent. Part qualified or newly qualified accepted for Senior Consultant role
• Prior experience of working in the NHS in a financial role, OR experience of working in a healthcare related consultancy role
• Strong financial technical expertise in the healthcare sector
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to carry out analysis and generate insights and recommendations.
• A logical and methodical approach to analysis and problem solving, with an ability to think laterally and build and challenge business cases
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• A proactive and hands-on approach to working with clients to resolve problems
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing)
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and create an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organisation.
• Have a proven record of building strong relationships with others to reach successful outcomes.
• Interest in AI and how it can be used to transform delivery and client outcomes.

Desirable

• Proven ability to lead, manage, and work effectively in teams
• Deep understanding of NHS organisational structures and experience of key financial topics, with examples including but not limited to funding and commissioning arrangements; income and contracting; provider organisation financial management, capital planning, financial recovery; and awareness of current sector challenges
• Understanding of business and technology trends impacting finance
• Commercial acumen
• A strong public sector network
• Experience and knowledge of prompt writing and using AI to enhance efficiency and productivity across back-office or operational departments

Connect to your business - Technology and Transformation

Distinctive thinking, deep expertise, innovation and collaborative working. That's what connects us. That's what makes us Deloitte. If you want to help solve some of the biggest tech and transformational challenges around, join us. Together, we'll make an impact that matters.

Finance Transformation

Our clients want to achieve maximum value from digital transformation investments in Finance. That's where we come in. By taking a holistic view of performance improvement, including strategy, process design and technology enablement, we support the smooth operation of transformations.

Personal independence

Regulation and controls are standard practice in our industry and Deloitte is no exception. These controls provide important legal protection for both you and the firm. We are subject to a number of audit regulations, one of which requires that certain colleagues abide by specific personal independence constraints (e.g., in relation to any financial interests and employment relationships). This can mean that you and your "Immediate Family Members" are not permitted to hold certain financial interests (shares, funds, bonds etc.) with audit clients of the firm, and also prohibitions on certain employment relationships (e.g., you are not permitted to hold a secondary employment role with SEC audit clients of the firm whilst being employed by the firm). The recruitment team will provide further detail as you progress through the recruitment process or you can contact the Independence team upon request.

Connect with your colleagues

"At Deloitte you're surrounded by subject matter experts; industry experts, technology experts, and you can access that knowledge whenever you need to." - Christian, Finance Transformation

"We have a great culture, and the number of opportunities here mean you can develop as an individual in the direction that suits you best."- Gurpal, Risk Finance Transformation

Our hybrid working policy

You'll be based in Birmingham, London, or Manchester with hybrid working.

At Deloitte we understand the importance of balancing your career alongside your home life. That's why we'll support you to work flexibly through our hybrid working policy. Depending on the requirements of your role, you'll have the opportunity to work in your local office, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remotely. You'll get the chance to meet face to face when needed, while you collaborate and learn from colleagues, share your experiences, and build the relationships that will fuel your career and prioritise your wellbeing. Please check with your recruiter for the specific working requirements that may apply for your role.

Our commitment to you

Making an impact is more than just what we do: it's why we're here. So we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before.

We want you. The true you. Your own strengths, perspective and personality. So we're nurturing a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution. You can be sure we'll take your wellbeing seriously, too. Because it's only when you're comfortable and at your best that you can make the kind of impact you, and we, live for.

Your expertise is our capability, so we'll make sure it never stops growing. Whether it's from the complex work you do, or the people you collaborate with, you'll learn every day. Through world-class development, you'll gain invaluable technical and personal skills. Whatever your level, you'll learn how to lead.

Connect to your next step

A career at Deloitte is an opportunity to develop in any direction you choose. Join us and you'll experience a purpose you can believe in and an impact you can see. You'll be free to bring your true self to work every day. And you'll never stop growing, whatever your level.

Discover more reasons to connect with us, our people and purpose-driven culture at deloitte.co.uk/careers

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