Job summary
This post is fixed term/secondment for 12 Months due to maternity cover
Although this post has been advertised as a fixed term appointment, NHS staff will be offered the appointment as a secondment. If you wish to apply for a secondment, you must have the approval of your line manager.
We have an exciting opportunity within our Finance and Performance Division of the Strategy, Finance and Performance Directorate. Our team is committed to living the values of Public Health Wales and proud of the work that we do.
If you are enthusiastic about a future in finance and performance then this exciting role could be for you. We would welcome a call to discuss any queries you may have and can arrange for a visit to meet the team if it would help with your decision on applying.
The current opportunity on offer Finance Business Partner – Financial Planning – Fixed Term 12 months
We strive to deliver work to an exceptionally high standard and draw on best practice and innovation. We are seeking to create a vibrant, inclusive, and healthy culture where our team are supported to develop and thrive. We are committed to creating and nurturing a positive, flexible and sustainable work environment.
This role encompasses Agile Working, with the office base being Capital Quarter 2 in Cardiff. There may also be a need to travel to other Public Health Wales sites on occasions.
Main duties of the job
The Finance Business Partner will support the Head of Financial Planning in delivering the organisations strategic objectives through the development of robust and effective financial plans, financial management and financial governance.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to expand their skills and knowledge to further develop a career within Finance.
About us
We are Public Health Wales – the national public health agency in Wales. Our purpose is ‘Working together for a healthier Wales’. We exist to help everyone in Wales live longer, healthier, happier lives. Together with our partners, we work to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.
Our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the leading source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. In a world facing complex health challenges, our work has never been so important.
We are guided by our Values, ‘Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference’. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values equality and diversity. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and are supportive of flexible working arrangements, including part time roles and job sharing.
To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/careers/
For guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Details
Date posted
20 July 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£58,379 to £65,723 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
028-AC147-0726
Job locations
PHW Capital Quarter 2
Tyndall Street
Cardiff
CF10 4BZ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
• oCCAB qualified, equivalent to a Master’s degree or equivalent qualification or equivalent level of knowledge and skills.
Experience
Essential
• oExperience of working in a financial environment at a senior level in a large complex organisation.
• oExperience of working with non-financial senior managers.
• oStaff management experience
• oProviding financial training to non-financial managers
• oManagement accounting experience
Desirable
• oManagement accounting experience within the NHS
Skills & Attributes
Essential
• oExcellent Communication skills – both written and verbal
• oStrong Interpersonal skills
• oExcellent Analytical and Numerical Skills
• oExcellent IT skills, including experience in all Microsoft applications and computerised financial accounting systems
• oAbility to work under own initiative
• oAbility to demonstrate understanding and application of our workplace values, together with the underpinning behaviours identified for success in this role
• oMethodical and organised approach to work
• oAbility to work and make decisions under pressure
Desirable
• oFamiliar with the Oracle financial system
• oWelsh Language Skills are desirable at levels 1-5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
• oCCAB qualified, equivalent to a Master’s degree or equivalent qualification or equivalent level of knowledge and skills.
Experience
Essential
• oExperience of working in a financial environment at a senior level in a large complex organisation.
• oExperience of working with non-financial senior managers.
• oStaff management experience
• oProviding financial training to non-financial managers
• oManagement accounting experience
Desirable
• oManagement accounting experience within the NHS
Skills & Attributes
Essential
• oExcellent Communication skills – both written and verbal
• oStrong Interpersonal skills
• oExcellent Analytical and Numerical Skills
• oExcellent IT skills, including experience in all Microsoft applications and computerised financial accounting systems
• oAbility to work under own initiative
• oAbility to demonstrate understanding and application of our workplace values, together with the underpinning behaviours identified for success in this role
• oMethodical and organised approach to work
• oAbility to work and make decisions under pressure
Desirable
• oFamiliar with the Oracle financial system
• oWelsh Language Skills are desirable at levels 1-5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Public Health Wales
Address
PHW Capital Quarter 2
Tyndall Street
Cardiff
CF10 4BZ
United Kingdom
Employer’s website
https://phw.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Public Health Wales
Address
PHW Capital Quarter 2
Tyndall Street
Cardiff
CF10 4BZ
United Kingdom
Employer’s website
https://phw.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
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