The HFMA is the professional body for finance staff working across the UK healthcare system. For over 75 years, the association has provided independent support and guidance and is focused on promoting high standards of financial management and governance across the health economy.
The HFMA plays a central role in the NHS finance community by supporting the profession, influencing and informing policy, and developing capability through education and training.
About the role
The Chief Executive is responsible for the overall leadership, performance and strategic direction of the HFMA.
This is not a “business-as-usual” appointment. The Board is seeking a leader who can build on strong foundations while bringing clarity, focus and strategic direction to the association’s next phase.
As the Chief Executive you will:
- Define and deliver a coherent strategy and articulate what success looks like for the association
- Ensure financial sustainability and strengthen the HFMA’s financial position
- Develop and support a high-performing senior leadership team and a collaborative, accountable and professional culture
- Maintain and enhance the value proposition for members and ensure the association continues to meet the needs of current and future professionals
- Strengthen relationships with key stakeholders and represent the HFMA with credibility and authority
- Provide leadership in shaping the HFMA’s external voice and ensure it contributes meaningfully to sector thinking
- Work closely with the Board to ensure strong governance and clarity of decision-making
To qualify to become the new Chief Executive of HFMA you will have experience of:
- Operating at senior executive level, with accountability for organisational performance and direction
- Developing and delivering strategy in a complex environment
- Leading organisational change, including cultural and operational transformation
- Working closely with a Board or equivalent governance body, advising and influencing senior stakeholders
- Leading and developing high-performing executive or senior leadership teams
- Operating across membership organisations, charities or not-for-profit environments and commercial or revenue-generating activity
- Engaging with public sector systems and contributing to policy, advocacy or influencing activity
- Balancing financial sustainability with member or stakeholder value delivery
To apply for this role:
To apply, please submit a comprehensive CV along with a covering letter, which sets out your interest in the role and encapsulates the aspects of your experience relevant to the required criteria.
The preferred method of application is online at www.berwickpartners.co.uk/96035
Closing date for applications: 23:59 on Sunday 19th July 2026
If you are unable to apply online, please email your application to response.manager@berwickpartners.co.uk
For an informal discussion, please contact Thomas Ewen on thomas.ewen@berwickpartners.co.uk and/or Corinne Satterthwaite on corinne.satterthwaite@berwickpartners.co.uk
