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This is a pivotal moment to join us as Chief Finance Officer and help shape the next chapter of a world leading creative institution. We are the UK’s largest specialist art and design university with a global reputation for creativity, innovation and impact. As a member of the Executive Board, you will work in close partnership with the Vice-Chancellor and senior leaders across our six Colleges and professional services to drive financial sustainability, resilience and long-term value.
Job Responsibility:
Drive financial sustainability, resilience and long-term value
Provide strategic leadership for Finance and Procurement
Ensure robust stewardship while enabling investment in education, research and creative practice
Lead the development of a disciplined yet imaginative financial strategy that supports academic excellence, innovation and Strategy 2032 ambitions
Align financial planning with institutional priorities, student experience and global impact
Strengthen capacity to influence learning, culture, industry and society on an international scale while ensuring financial stability and strategic growth
Requirements:
Experienced senior finance leader
Strong track record of operating at executive level, ideally within a complex public sector or Higher Education environment
Exceptional financial acumen, strategic judgement and commercial insight
Commitment to public value and social purpose
Confident leading large professional services functions
Experience managing risk and working collaboratively across academic and professional communities
Clear and influential communicator who builds trust with governors, senior leaders and external partners
Values driven leader who champions equality, diversity and inclusion