Location: Aykley Heads, Durham (Hybrid)
Salary: £125,188 - £141,050 + Car Allowance + Local Government Pension Scheme
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Durham Constabulary is seeking an exceptional Assistant Chief Officer (Finance) to join our Force Executive team. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will shape financial strategy, drive performance, and support the delivery of policing priorities across the organisation.
As a key strategic leader, you will:
- Act as the Section 151 Officer, ensuring the highest standards of financial governance
- Lead Finance, Estates, and Business Administration services
- Provide trusted advice to the Chief Constable and senior leadership team
- Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and resource management
- Drive efficiency, innovation, and best practice across enabling services
You’ll play a vital role in supporting the Constabulary’s strategic objectives while enhancing its profile both regionally and nationally.
We are looking for a forward-thinking and experienced finance leader with:
- A degree-level education and CCAB qualification
- Significant senior financial management experience (5+ years) in a large organisation
- Strong understanding of public sector finance and governance
- Proven leadership experience managing teams and delivering complex projects
- Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills
- Political awareness and the ability to influence at senior levels
A full UK driving licence is required. This role is politically restricted.
- Influence strategic decision-making at the highest level
- Lead critical services that support frontline policing
- Work in a collaborative, forward-looking organisation
- Access flexible working arrangements and competitive benefits
- Closing Date: 2nd August 2026
- Shortlisting: August 2026
- Stakeholder Panels: August 2026
- Interviews: September 2026
