Networks Advisor - Revenues
CIPFA
Job id 4763

UK wide
Salary £56,000 - £60,000

Closing Date 28th of February 2025

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CIPFA is recruiting for its Public Financial Management department and looking for individuals to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for motivated professionals who are passionate about supporting best practice in local government.

The postholder will be responsible for delivering the Revenues elements of the CIPFA Benefits and Revenue Service, ensuring efficient and effective communication with subscribers, researching and answering technical queries, delivering tailored training events, and liaising with central government on policy/legislative changes affecting revenues teams. They will work closely with the Networks Advisor - Benefits to deliver the goals of the Service as well as collaborating with the collection fund advisor to better support both revenues and finance practitioners.

This role offers the chance to make a significant impact within the Public Financial Management department and contribute to the overall goals of CIPFA. You will also be able to partake in CIPFA’s trial of a four-day working week.

Person Specification

We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications and attributes:

Essential Experience:

• Knowledge and experience, at a practical and senior level, of local authority revenues services
• Practical experience of delivering training courses, facilitating workshops, and/or other public speaking

Knowledge/Skills:

• Detailed knowledge and understanding of local authority revenues legislation and its application.
• An understanding of the operation of the collection fund is desirable but not essential.
• Knowledge and understanding of the relevant case law surrounding the area
• Ability to research new developments in the space and deliver written and live updates on key changes to a technical audience
• Familiarity with the operations of a local authority benefits team as part of a wider Benefits & Revenues department is desirable, but not essential

Qualifications:

• Appropriate professional qualification – being IRRV qualified is desirable
• Degree educated or equivalent experience working in the area

It is essential that candidates have a proactive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Key Tasks Include but not Limited to:

• Keep up to date with legislation and case law as they impact on local authority revenues administration and processes
• Research, write, and deliver a series of technical events throughout the year, primarily online, but including face-to-face presentation where appropriate
• Respond to detailed technical queries from subscribers and provide authoritative and timely advice
• Represent CIPFA at various government groups
• Support the operations of the CIPFA Benefits and Revenues Service by completing annual service plans, monthly management accounts, and other administrative tasks

To apply, please submit your application including your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, we look forward to receiving your application. For queries please contact David Lyford-Tilley (david.lyfordtilley@cipfa.org).

CIPFA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.

Networks Advisor - Revenues: Job description