Deputy Director, Finance and Value – Regeneration, Housing & Planning

About the role

This high‑profile Deputy Director position sits at the heart of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) Finance Directorate. You will lead the Regeneration, Housing and Planning Finance and Value division, providing expert advice, challenge and support to ensure value for money and protect the Accounting Officer.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the Finance and Value division for regeneration, housing and planning programmes.
• Provide strategic and urgent financial guidance across the Social and Affordable Housing Programme, New Towns, Homes England and the National Housing Bank.
• Work closely with senior colleagues in the Regeneration, Housing and Planning DG Group, Homes England, the Planning Inspectorate, other Arms‑Length Bodies and HM Treasury.
• Oversee finance for planning reform, homelessness, rough sleeping, resettlement, private rented sector and leasehold reforms.
• Ensure the department makes the best use of resources to enable successful delivery for citizens.

Required profile

• Extensive senior‑level experience in public‑sector finance.
• Strong understanding of housing, regeneration and planning policy.
• Proven ability to work with senior stakeholders across government and external bodies.
• Experience managing both long‑term strategic issues and urgent operational matters.

Required skills