Head of Finance Business Partnering - Property Services

Head of Finance Business Partnering - Property Services Head of Finance Business Partnering – Property Services Salary : £85,836 plus £4,936 salary supplement Location : High Wycombe or Letchworth Garden City Hybrid working: Minimum of two days per week in the office, three days per week from home. Contract : Permanent Are you looking to join a growing, values-led organisation with a clear social purpose? At SettleParadigm, we’re proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 30,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire. Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising number of new affordable homes we build. Through our merger we’ve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, we’d love to welcome you on our journey. Together, we’re building a better future. We are looking for a Head of Finance Business Partnering - Property Services to lead strategic financial insight, challenge and decision support across one of the organisation’s largest and most complex directorates. This is a senior leadership role providing trusted financial advice to the Property Leadership Team and ensuring investment decisions, operational delivery and long‑term asset strategies are financially robust, affordable and aligned to organisational priorities. About the role You will act as the senior finance partner to the Executive Director and Senior Director of Property Services, providing strategic financial leadership across Repairs, Investment, Voids, Strategic Asset Management, Compliance, Estates Services and Retrofit. You will lead the Property Services Business Partnering team, ensuring the function delivers forward‑looking analysis, strong financial stewardship and high‑quality insight. You will translate complex operational and financial information into clear recommendations, support long‑term planning and ensure resources are prioritised to maximise customer and business outcomes. This role requires a confident leader who can influence senior stakeholders, challenge assumptions and drive value for money across capital and revenue programmes. Key responsibilities Act as the lead finance partner to senior Property Services leaders, providing strategic insight and challenge Support business planning, investment decisions and service transformation with robust financial evaluation Provide financial leadership across Repairs, Investment, Voids, Compliance, Estates and Retrofit Oversee capital and revenue budgets, monitoring performance and identifying risks and opportunities Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities across Property Services Ensure forecasts are evidence‑based, accurate and reflective of operational pressures Develop meaningful financial and operational performance measures Identify efficiency opportunities and support delivery of savings and transformation programmes Lead and develop the Property Services Business Partnering team Ensure strong financial governance, controls and assurance arrangements Support audit activity and ensure timely resolution of findings Promote consistency, transparency and integrity in financial reporting Support system development and process improvements to enhance reporting and control What success looks like Trusted adviser to senior Property Services leaders Improved visibility of financial performance, risks and opportunities Strong forecasting, budgeting and financial planning processes Clear evidence of finance influencing operational and investment decisions Delivery of value‑for‑money improvements High performance and engagement across the Property Services finance team Positive stakeholder feedback on finance support and insight What we’re looking for Experience Demonstrable business partnering experience Experience improving efficiencies and delivering value‑for‑money outcomes Ability to present confidently to senior leaders and external stakeholders Strong ability to challenge constructively Experience working across departments to deliver effective solutions Experience preparing annual budgets and managing budgetary control Knowledge Excellent analytical capability Strong written and presentational skills Experience project managing deep‑dive reviews Skills Fully qualified CCAB accountant Significant post‑qualification experience Experience leading and developing finance teams Strong influencing skills with senior stakeholders Experience leading complex financial planning and decision support Experience delivering organisational change Desired/Nice to haves Experience in social housing, local government or regulated environments, particularly within Property Services, Repairs, Compliance or Strategic Asset Management Experience using Sun Accounts or other modern ERP/finance systems Benefits At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment. annual salary: £85,836 plus £4,936 salary supplement 25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options Generous pension scheme – up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice Family-friendly leave : Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave Health cash plan – claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids’ cover) Life cover and income protection Flexible working – hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging And that’s just the beginning! We’re also thrilled to provide: Mental Health First Aiders available to support Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues, subject to conditions) Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships 3 paid volunteering days in the local communities Peer-recognition rewards platform Paid professional subscription (one per year) Working Hours 37 hours per week Monday - Friday Our Commitment We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups. Accessibility and Adjustments We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required. Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made. Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form. Closing Date: 14.08.2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date should we find a suitable candidate. Department Finance Locations High Wycombe Remote status Hybrid Yearly salary £85,836 Employment type Full-time About SettleParadigm We are a growing, values-driven organisation with a clear social purpose. Our commitment is long-term: to our colleagues, residents, and communities. We want to be a place where people love to work, where everyone can belong, and where professionalism and passion shine through in everything we do. If you’d like to make a real difference to people’s lives while developing your career in a supportive and inclusive environment, we’d love to hear from you!