This is a varied and influential leadership role, combining strategic financial management, oversight of research funding, operational leadership and responsibility for the Institute's facilities. Working closely with the Department Administrator, Head of Department and senior academic colleagues, you will help ensure the Institute is well positioned to deliver its research, teaching and strategic ambitions.
The role offers the opportunity to make a significant contribution to one of the University's leading research institutes, shaping financial strategy, supporting major research programmes and leading services that are central to the Institute's success.
About You
You will be educated to degree level (or equivalent experience) and be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent), with substantial experience of financial management within a complex organisation such as higher education or the public sector.
You will be able to demonstrate:
- Experience of leading, managing and developing teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively to non-financial audiences.
- A collaborative approach and the ability to build productive working relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- Sound judgement and the ability to provide trusted advice to support strategic and operational decision-making.
- Experience of research grants management and an understanding of the research funding environment would be advantageous.
We welcome applications from candidates who meet the essential criteria and can demonstrate relevant knowledge, skills, and experience outlined in the person specification. We recognise that expertise may be gained through a variety of career pathways and are committed to supporting ongoing professional development.
We welcome informal enquiries about the role, including discussions about secondment arrangements.
