Chief Finance and Operations Officer - Bolton College

FE Associates; Bolton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bolton College seeks an experienced Chief Finance and Operations Officer to join its executive leadership team. This role focuses on ensuring financial stability, leading operational strategies, and fostering a positive culture that aligns with the college's values. The position is critical for the college's long-term success and requires extensive leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior leadership experience in finance and operations.
• Strong operational strategy development skills.
• Ability to promote culture aligned with organizational values.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial stability of the college.
• Lead development of operational strategies.
• Drive operational effectiveness to support academic priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Strategic Planning

Education

Relevant degree (Finance, Business Administration)

Job description

Bolton College, a key vocational education provider within the Bolton borough and a member of the University of Greater Manchester Group, is committed to offering a comprehensive 'cradle to PhD' educational pathway. Situated in the fourth largest district of Greater Manchester, Bolton boasts a proud industrial past and is now a vibrant, diverse community, balancing urban facilities with beautiful countryside.

We are seeking an experienced Chief Finance and Operations Officer to join our executive leadership team. The successful candidate will maintain the financial stability of the college, lead the development of operational strategies and promote a positive culture aligned with the college's values. With extensive senior leadership in financeand operations you will drive the operational effectiveness to ensure the college’s resources support the delivery of our academic and strategic priorities.

We have appointed FE Associates to support us with this important appointment.

For more information and to apply, please visit our website via the apply button below.

Closing date: 9am on Thursday 7 August 2025

Interview date: Thursday 21 August 2025