Chief Finance Officer, Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Dyfed-Powys
This role is for Chief Finance Officer at the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Dyfed-Powys Police. Salary: £94,890 – £101,130 per annum. Location: Office of Police and Crime Commissioner, Police Headquarters, Carmarthen (hybrid/remote option). Contract: Fixed Term, 2 years. Hours: 37 per week. Full‑time position, part‑time applications welcome with pro‑rata salary.
Job description
The appointee will play a key role in advising and supporting the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC). The main responsibilities include providing the PCC with a sound financial strategy, day‑to‑day oversight of the PCC’s budget, and ensuring effective financial scrutiny of all constabulary activities and commissioned services. You will join a small professional team delivering high‑quality support services aligned to strategy, resource planning, partnership working, commissioning, service delivery, engagement, information management, and performance evaluation. The statutory Chief Finance Officer will maintain the highest standards of financial management and probity, translating ideas into action through an innovative yet fiscally sound approach. Candidates must be professionally qualified (CCAB) and have senior‑level experience in financial management and scrutiny with a proven track record of translating strategy into action.
Application Process
If you have the skills and passion for this role, please view the role profile (https://www.dyfed-powys.police.uk/SysSiteAssets/media/downloads/dyfed-powys/careers/guidance-Documents/police-staff-attainments-english.pdf), upload your CV, and include a personal statement addressing the criteria. Candidates should also review the candidate guidance (https://www.dyfed-powys.police.uk/SysSiteAssets/media/downloads/dyfed-powys/careers/guidance-Documents/police-staff-attainments-english.pdf) and submit via the online platform. Short‑listed candidates will be invited to interview on 4 February 2026; applications close 26 January 2026 23:55.
Successful candidate will undergo enhanced security vetting and a confirmation hearing with the Police and Crime Panel.
What can you expect?
All new starters will have a buddy/mentor to support you when you join
24 days annual leave (rises to 29 days with 5 years’ service) plus 8 bank holidays
Additional 24 days flexi leave (role-dependent)
Access to on‑site gyms and fitness classes
Hybrid/Agile working (role-dependent)
Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy
Pension scheme
Staff Support Networks
Flexible working opportunities
Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements
Sick pay provisions
For further information or a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Carys Morgans at carys.morgans@dyfed-powys.police.uk.
Diversity and Welsh language
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner are inclusive employers and strive to have a workforce representative of the communities they police and serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, social status or religious beliefs. We are committed to being a bilingual organisation and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
Find out if you’re eligible for Positive Action here. We continue to work towards creating a safe, open culture that is ethical and inclusive of all. We have a range of staff networks and groups to provide specific support and advice, and our aim is to recruit talented people with a diverse range of skills and experience.
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