Domestic Bursar

Balliol College; Oxford; Sur place; GBP 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Balliol College in Oxford invites applications for the role of Domestic Bursar. The post is responsible for the overall domestic management of the College and reports to the Master.

The Domestic Bursar leads the staff and domestic operations to ensure a smooth, welcoming environment for students, guests and visitors. Successful candidates will have substantial senior management experience in hospitality, higher education, or facilities management, with strong relationship-building and

Qualifications

• Senior management experience in a complex organisation.
• Experience in hospitality, higher education, or facilities management.
• Ability to lead diverse teams and manage a broad portfolio.

Responsabilités

• Lead domestic management of the College.
• Oversee staff and facilities to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain the highest standards of guest and student welcome.
• Collaborate with Governing Body and senior leadership.

Description du poste

Balliol College is looking to appoint to the role of Domestic Bursar. Reporting to the Master, as Head of the College, the Domestic Bursar is responsible to the Governing Body for the overall domestic management of the College.

The Domestic Bursar is a leader and role model for staff whose daily work is crucial for the smooth running of the College. The Domestic Bursar's teams are in many ways the face of the College and deliver the first experience which all our students, guests, and visitors receive upon arrival.

Strong candidates will bring substantial senior management experience within a complex organisation, such as the hospitality, higher education, or facilities management sectors. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional relationship-building abilities, with a clear commitment to supporting, empowering, and valuing staff. They will be adaptable, highly organised, and capable of managing a broad and varied portfolio of responsibilities while maintaining clear priorities and effective oversight. Familiarity with the collegiate structure of the University of Oxford would be advantageous, though it is not essential.

Recruitment for this senior role is being managed by our advising consultant, Minerva.

The closing date for applications is Monday 12 October. First interviews will take place at the College on 26 October 2026. Final interviews will be in early November 2026.