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a)   
That the appointment of Claire Edwards to the
position of Executive Director of Finance and Section 151 Officer
designation for North Northamptonshire Council be approved; start
date to be confirmed. Claire is currently the Interim Director of
Finance and Performance at North Northamptonshire Council. Any
final offer of appointment is subject to successful completion of
the required pre-appointment checks.
 
b)   
That approval be given to appoint within the
Executive Director salary range of £144,201 - £154,809,
in accordance with the Council’s agreed pay
policy.
 
Reasons for Decisions -
·        
This decision has been made following a
comprehensive, inclusive and thorough recruitment and selection
process, in accordance with the constitution, to ensure that the
right candidate is selected to undertake the Statutory 151 Officer
designation and Executive Director of Finance
duties.
 
·        
Under Section 151 of the Local
Government Act 1972 local authorities are required to make
arrangements for the proper administration of their financial
affairs and appoint a Chief Financial Officer, also known as a
Section 151 Officer, to ensure fiscal/financial decision making;
promote and maintain high standards of conduct and report any
instances of maladministration. The duties of the role of Executive
Director of Finance and Performance (S151) are also critical for
the effective fiscal/financial functioning of the
Council.
 
Alternative Options Considered -
·        
The role of Executive Director of
Finance (Section 151 Officer) is critical for the Council and is a
statutory appointment which is required to be filled by
law.
 
·        
The Council could decide not to
permanently recruit to this role. However, the role is critical in
leading the council forward to deliver the corporate priorities and
ensure that to ensure that the Council complies with its statutory,
financial and legal obligations to provide the best possible
service and outcomes for our residents and
communities.