Full job descriptionAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to join a leading London-based university within its Planning and Business Partnering team. This is a strategic leadership role, responsible for delivering high-quality financial support, driving performance, and influencing decision-making across the institution.
You will act as a senior partner to academic and professional stakeholders, providing financial insight, leading a high-performing team, and supporting the delivery of the University’s financial strategy.
Role Information:
*Job title: Finance Manager
*Department: Finance
*Salary: £51,500 – £53,301
*Location: London (Hybrid working available)
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Business Partnering
*Provide strategic and operational leadership across financial services, ensuring alignment with institutional objectives.
*Act as a senior finance partner to Schools, influencing key decisions and improving understanding of business performance.
*Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, providing insight on financial strategy and business opportunities.
Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting
*Lead annual financial planning and budget-setting processes in line with University strategy.
*Oversee consolidated reporting, forecasting and long-term financial planning.
*Ensure accurate and timely production of financial information to support decision-making.
Financial Analysis & Reporting
*Provide high-quality financial analysis and insight to senior management and external stakeholders.
*Support the development and review of business cases through investment appraisal and financial modelling.
*Lead on key reporting areas including tuition fee setting, student number reconciliations and external returns.
Governance, Controls & Compliance
*Ensure robust financial controls and adherence to policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
*Promote value for money and effective resource management across the organisation.
*Maintain compliance with financial regulations and reporting standards.
Team Leadership & Service Delivery
*Lead, develop and motivate a high-performing finance team.
*Manage resources effectively to deliver high-quality financial support services.
*Take ownership of service outcomes, ensuring delivery aligns with University values and strategic goals.
Continuous Improvement & Change
*Champion innovation and continuous improvement across financial processes and services.
*Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, transparency and service delivery.
*Lead on service improvement initiatives and support organisational change programmes.
Candidate Profile:
*Strong experience in financial management, business partnering or a senior finance role
*Proven ability to lead, develop and motivate teams
*Experience of budgeting, forecasting and strategic financial planning
*Strong understanding of financial governance, controls and regulatory requirements
*Ability to influence senior stakeholders and support strategic decision-making
*Excellent analytical, communication and organisational skills


This vacancy will be actively shortlisted, so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out.