Business Manager to the Chief Finance Officer

Summary

Build effective working relationships across the Trust Support a culture of performance management within the Directorate Develop and manage systems to support the Chief Officer and the smooth running of the Directorate Ensure effective communication, audit, and information systems are in place Act as the main point of contact for business support within the Directorate Arrange and support meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and tracking actions Provide highquality administrative and secretarial support to agreed standards and timescales Manage and prioritise correspondence, including emails Produce, analyse, and present performance and business information to support decisionmaking Identify and resolve data issues and anomalies Handle sensitive business information appropriately Ensure effective performance management and reporting arrangements are in place Provide activity and financial information to support Executive decisionmaking Support service planning, improvement, and change through clear communication of information Provide project support, including planning, monitoring progress, and reporting Contribute to Directorate objectives and manage designated projects as required

Staff Management

Take part in recruitment panels for administrative staff, acting as Chair where required. Line manage nominated administrative staff within the Directorate and Executive Support Team. Provide full line management, including supervision, appraisals, absence management, recruitment, and handling performance, grievance, and disciplinary matters.

Financial

To be an authorised signatory for purchases as specified by the Chief Officer authorising petty cash payments, travel arrangements, meeting expenses and appropriate agency timesheets. To monitor relevant budgets highlighting any concerns to the Chief Officer.

General

Maintain a professional and confidential approach when supporting the Chief Officer. Take part in the Trusts supervision and appraisal process. Complete personal development activities as agreed with the Chief Officer. Carry out additional duties requested by senior managers that are appropriate to the role. Understand, promote, and work in line with the vision and values of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.