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Strategic Finance Manager - Woodberry Down Regeneration

Hackney Borough Council
£78,090
Full-time
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Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£78,090 per annum

About the Role
Woodberry Down is one of the largest estate regeneration programmes in Europe, delivering around 6,000 new homes alongside parks, shops, public facilities, and the stunning Woodberry Wetlands. The Council is working in partnership with local residents, community organisations, Berkeley Homes, and Notting Hill Genesis to deliver this ambitious programme.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Strategic Finance Manager to join the Housing and Regeneration Finance Team and play a crucial role in the Woodberry Down Regeneration Scheme. This role will support sound financial management, assist land assembly initiatives, and ensure full cost recovery of council expenses. You will work closely with the Woodberry Down Regeneration Team, particularly the Head of Regeneration.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a transformative regeneration programme delivering high quality new homes and exemplary placemaking in one of the UK’s most dynamic urban boroughs. You will be part of an inclusive and ambitious organisation that invests in its people, offering flexible working, excellent benefits, and the chance to shape the future of public services.

Requirements

Experience
- Proven local authority development finance experience.
- Knowledge of complex, large scale Development Agreements and phased regeneration projects.
- Experience in financial management, budgeting, and reporting within regeneration or development schemes.

About you
- CCAB-qualified accountant.
- Ability to support delivery of sound financial management and full cost recovery.
- Strong collaborator able to work closely with regeneration teams and partners.
- Committed to innovation, financial stability, and transforming resource use.
- Aligned with organisational values: Proud, Ambitious, Pioneering, Open, Proactive, Inclusive.

Qualifications
- CCAB qualification is essential.
- Understanding of development finance and regeneration scheme operations is highly desirable.

Expiry date: 17/09/2025
Strategic Finance Manager - Woodberry Down Regeneration
Company
Hackney Borough Council
Salary
£78,090
Job Type
Full-time
Location
London
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