Finance Director Newcastle upon Tyne – mainly on-site working Full-time | 37 hours per week | Permanent Salary: £85,000 – £90,000 (flexible for the right candidate)
Shape the Financial Future of a Unique Organisation
The International Centre for Life is a distinctive, mission-driven organisation where science, education, healthcare andmercial enterprise intersect.
Located in the vibrant heart of Newcastle, we bring together a science centre, NHS clinics, and world-class research facilities to inspire curiosity, improve lives, and drive innovation.We are now seeking an outstanding Finance Director to join our Leadership Team at a pivotal moment as we strengthen financial resilience, enhancemercial performance, and invest boldly in our future.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will lead all aspects of financial strategy and operations across aplex, multi-faceted organisation.This is a high-impact role where you will:
1. Lead financial planning, budgeting, reporting and forecasting
2. Ensure strong financialernance, risk management, andpliance
3. Support sustainable growth by balancing charitable purpose withmercial ie generation
4. Provide clear, strategic financial insight to the Trust Board, subsidiarypany and keymittees (including audit, investment and remuneration)
5. Build and develop a high-performing finance team
6. Drive continuous improvement, innovation and effective use of technology across finance systems and processes
About You
We are looking for a strategic andmercially astute finance leader who can operate with both vision and precision.You will bring:
7. Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role
8. A CCAB qualification (or equivalent)
9. Strong expertise in financial management,ernance and strategic planning
10. Excellentmunication skills, with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders and Boards
11. A collaborative leadership style and the ability to build high-performing teams
12. A forward-thinking, solutions-focused mindset
13. Experience within the not-for-profit sector is desirable but not essential.
Why Join Us?
Life is a weing and purpose-driven organisation where you can make a meaningful difference.We offer:
14. Apetitive salary with flexibility for the right candidate
15. Wellbeing initiatives and healthcare support
16. Salary sacrifice pension scheme
17. Electric car scheme
18. Discounted city centre parking
19. A collaborative culturemitted to innovation and impact
Additional Information
20. This role is subject to a DBS check.
21. We are an equal opportunities employer.
22. Proud holders of Maintaining Excellence accreditation under the Northeast Better Health at Work Scheme
23. Registered Charity Number: 1059607
Apply NowFor further details, please refer to the applicant pack on our website.
To apply or for an informal discussion, please contact: Rachael Richards: 07778651625 Closing date: 14 June 2026 Interview dates: TBC – June/JulyJoin us and play a key role in shaping the financial sustainability of an organisation that changes lives through science. #4799297 - Rachael Richards