Finance at the Heart of Nottingham’s FutureBe part of the rebirth of public finance in Nottingham. Help us shape Nottingham’s Future. |
Nottingham City Council has been on a journey for the past five years of renewal and rebirth. The finance service has been a central pillar on our path helping us achieve financial sustainability in one of the UK’s most ambitious and complex local authorities.
We are now one of the most financially stable local authorities in the country, but we need you to help us get to the next level. Free from the shackles of the past, we have our eyes firmly fixed on the future and are building a service fit for the challenges of tomorrow.
We don’t just count beans, we believe in finance with purpose, where our professional judgement drives the decisions that support our citizens and broader community. When you’re with us, you’ll work at scale, influence outcomes that matter, and help us shape the future of our city.
Why Join Nottingham City Council Finance
- There’s no other place like it: one of the largest and most complex finance environments in local government
- We’ve learned some hard lessons: recently came out on the other side of a s114 notice and are well on the path of financial sustainability
- Boundless opportunity: You will be at the forefront of change, leading innovation in public finance
- Midlands Leadership: We are set to play a leading role in the region through local government reorganisation plans (LGR) given the complexity of our services
- Your contribution matters: Your ideas will help us shape how we support the council making a visible impact on services, communities, and outcomes
- Do it your way: We believe in professional autonomy, your expertise influences senior decision-making
- Do it the right way: We have a strong focus on ethical finance, sustainability, and public accountability
- Great Benefits: Hybrid working, Local Government Pension Scheme, and structured development pathways
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FAQs
We offer graduate roles, traineeships and experienced hire positions across Strategy, and Operations. Work on real budgets, systems, and projects that shape the city’s future.
Working in local government is like working in 10 different private sector companies all at the same time. We provide a complex and diverse set of services to our community. You’ll be helping to deliver real impact to our community, not just helping to make rich people richer. We focus on long-term planning, sustainability, and public accountability—not short-term profit.
We offer structured development pathways, mentoring, and on-the-job learning. Support for professional qualifications like CIPFA, ACCA, and CIMA is available. You’ll gain responsibility early and access senior leaders from day one.
Collaboration, innovation, and public service purpose define our teams. We value fresh ideas, encourage initiative, and reward professional excellence. Here, your work makes a real difference for the people of Nottingham.
Explore live vacancies in our Early Careers hub or if you’re not ready to apply yet, you can register your interest, and we’ll keep you informed about relevant opportunities.
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