Strategic Asset Management Leader – Hybrid Work

The University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Manchester seeks a Deputy Head of Asset Management to lead a multi-disciplinary team, managing financial and operational aspects of Facilities Maintenance and Compliance. The ideal candidate possesses a professional accounting qualification, significant experience, and strong leadership skills. This full-time, permanent role offers competitive salary and opportunities for development in a collaborative environment. The university values an inclusive workforce and flexible working arrangements are considered.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement of 29 days

Additional leave between Christmas and New Year

Comprehensive employee assistance programme

Leading pension schemes

Training and career opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a similar role.
• Excellent customer service skills providing a high-quality service.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and a proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of FMC core supporting teams.
• Provide financial monitoring and support for FMC operations.
• Lead implementation of the new CAFM system.
• Assist in setting financial control standards.

Skills

Accounting skills

IT skills

Customer service

Team player

Attention to detail

Proactive work ethic

Education

Professional qualification such as CIMA, ACCA, IWFM, or IAM

Job description

A prestigious university in Manchester seeks a Deputy Head of Asset Management to lead a multi-disciplinary team, managing financial and operational aspects of Facilities Maintenance and Compliance. The ideal candidate possesses a professional accounting qualification, significant experience, and strong leadership skills. This full-time, permanent role offers competitive salary and opportunities for development in a collaborative environment. The university values an inclusive workforce and flexible working arrangements are considered.