I graduated with a degree in Psychology in 2009 before starting my career in public sector audit with the Audit Commission across Merseyside and Cheshire, later moving to Grant Thornton and qualifying as a CIPFA accountant in 2013. I then spent six years with the City of Edinburgh Council in finance roles supporting Housing and Health & Social Care Integration. I joined the Scottish Government in 2019 as a Financial Planning Manager in the Health Finance team but progressed to lead NHS Scotland Financial Reporting and Planning.
In 2023, I joined NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde as Head of Finance for Clyde Sector and Women and Children's Services, and in January 2026 I was appointed Deputy Director of Finance (Financial Planning and Performance). In my current role, I lead financial reporting, strategic financial planning and management accounting across the organisation.
I am often asked why I chose public sector finance. For me, it is the opportunity to be part of organisations that make a real difference to people's lives. While finance provides the discipline and structure to help organisations make the best use of their resources, what has always motivated me is knowing that the work we do supports essential public services, whether that is healthcare, housing or social care. Being able to contribute, even indirectly, to better outcomes for communities is something I find both rewarding and meaningful.
Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to work across local government, central government and the NHS, alongside talented colleagues from a wide range of professional backgrounds. Those experiences have taught me a great deal, not just about finance, but about people, leadership and the challenges of delivering high-quality public services.
My advice to anyone starting their career is to be curious, challenge respectively and proactively seek out opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.
