HM Treasury has appointed Jon Thompson as Head of the Government Finance Profession. He will combine this post with his current role as Director General Corporate Services at the Department for Children, Schools and Families.
Jon will replace Dame Mary Keegan who is retiring after 4 years at HM Treasury.
Nick Macpherson, Permanent Secretary, said:
" I am incredibly pleased that Jon Thompson is taking on this important role. He has transformed financial management in his Department, and the profession will benefit from his wealth of private and public sector experience and expertise.
I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Dame Mary Keegan for her huge contribution to the Treasury and to the profession. Since joining the Treasury in 2004 she has made a towering contribution to the professional transformation of financial management across Government. She has spearheaded the Civil Service Professional Skills for Government Agenda, helping to drive the development of a twenty first century public service."
Jon Thompson said:
" I am delighted to be taking on this role at such a pivotal time in Central Government. It is my ambition that we build on the excellence and expertise that already exists to create a truly world-class Finance Profession across Government."
Jon will take over from Dame Mary on 1 April.
