Finance Director jobs in United Kingdom

Do you want to make a difference? The University of Southampton seeks to appoint a Head of Finance Operations to support the long-term financial sustainability of the University through the delivery and ongoing enhancement of a customer focused finance operations service. You will lead and manage the finance operations teams who work closely with other professional service areas to deliver an excellent service to stakeholders.

The role is the main point of contact for finance operations, including ensuring appropriate systems and policies are in place to support effective delivery of the University's objectives. The role is fundamental to finance transformation and supports the finance executive leadership team in achieving a top-level functioning Finance, Planning and Analytics Directorate.

• Lead and manage the finance operations teams and collaborate with other professional service areas to deliver an excellent service to stakeholders.
• Act as the main point of contact for finance operations and ensure systems and policies support the University’s objectives.
• Support finance transformation and assist the Finance, Planning and Analytics Directorate in achieving high-level functioning.

• Held senior management positions in finance operations with a proven track record of managing complex and specialised teams serving internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate financial literacy and a solid understanding of contract development and negotiations.
• Extensive experience of change management or process re-engineering with the ability to take a strategic view within the Higher Education Funding landscape.
• Ability to motivate, engage and develop a sizeable team of professional and administrative staff to deliver excellent customer service.

The University of Southampton is committed to attracting and supporting exceptional staff to deliver at the highest levels in all activities. We select candidates based on merit and ability and aspire to thrive in the diversity of our workforce. In addition to a competitive salary the University offers an attractive defined benefits pension scheme; a generous holiday allowance of 30 days annual leave, plus 6 University closure days and 8 bank holidays; use of on-site sports, arts and cultural facilities and a wide range of discounts from national & international shops and services.

Further details:

• Job Description and Person Specification

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.

Location Highfield Campus
Salary £59,966 to £74,851 per annum
Contract Full Time Permanent
Closing Date Friday 10 October 2025
Reference 3219425RR

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