Director of Finance (Section 151 Officer)

Hours: 37

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Chief Officer Grade 3Pts 11- 15 £111,342 -£122,494

Closing Date: 29th June 2026 at 5pm

Location: No. 1 Bickerstaffe Square, Talbot Road, Blackpool

Are you an influential, forward-thinking finance leader ready to shape the future of a bold and ambitious local authority? Blackpool Council is seeking an exceptional Director of Finance to join our Corporate Leadership Team as our Statutory Section 151 Officer, driving financial strategy and ensuring robust governance at the heart of one of the UK’s most unique and high-profile places.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing finance function in a council embarking on major transformation—supporting both a thriving tourism economy and a growing, resilient year-round community.

About the Role

As our Director...