Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove (WSBH) exists to ensure older people can live healthy, independent, informed and connected lives and our mission has never mattered more. Rising living costs, health inequalities and increasing loneliness mean that demand for our support is growing, and we are determined to respond with pace, insight and integrity.

We are seeking a Director of Finance who will play a central role in safeguarding our financial health and strengthening the foundations that allow us to deliver vital services across our communities. This is a key executive role at the heart of the organisation, ensuring our resources are managed responsibly, sustainably and transparently so we can continue to meet need now and into the future.

You will bring strategic financial leadership, strong governance expertise and the ability to navigate complexity with confidence. Collaborative, values-driven and motivated by purpose, you will partner closely with the CEO, Executive Team and Trustees to support evidence-based decision-making and long-term sustainability.

If you are inspired by the chance to make a meaningful difference and want your financial leadership to directly improve the lives of thousands of older people, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact:

• Oliver Startup - oliver.startup@gatenbysanderson.com
• Liz Dean - liz.dean@gatenbysanderson.com

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Recruitment Timetable

Closing date
Monday 27th July 2026 at 9am

Preliminary interviews
w/c 10th and 17th August 2026

Final panel
Tuesday 1st September 2026

How to Apply

• Please submit your CV along with a Supporting Statement addressing the person specification criteria, evidencing how you meet the criteria.
• Detail any employment or education gaps.
• Be ready to provide the names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees; one should be your current or most recent employer. Referees will be contacted for those proceeding to final stages. We will always gain your permission before we contact referees.
• Let us know any difficulty you may have with the indicative timetable.
• Check that your contact details are correct before you submit.

Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email confirmation. If you do not receive, please email contactus@gatenbysanderson.com