Lancaster University

Lancaster University is an international leader in the provision of inspiring teaching and research. This reputation is reflected by its top 15 position in all three major UK rankings. The University was named International University of the Year 2020 by the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide and is placed 122nd in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022. The University has continued to demonstrate an internationally recognised focus on excellence.

With nearly 17,000 students and an income of over £325M, Lancaster combines a cutting edge and international outlook, with a long-standing focus on community and civic engagement. The University’s vision is to be globally significant – a leader in higher education that provides the highest quality research and teaching, and engages locally and internationally on the issues and debates of the day and the future. The University’s collaborative and community led approach is also further supported by its collegiate structure. Lancaster is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes diversity of thought, approach and background in all colleagues.

The University is seeking to a appoint a Deputy Director of Finance (Financial Planning and Analysis) to sit within the Finance Division, reporting to the Director of Finance. The appointed candidate will be the lead finance representative on University financial planning, forecasting and analysis of financial performance against key performance indicators, working closely with the Director of Finance.

Candidates will be fully qualified accountants, bringing experience leading and motivating teams within large, complex organisations. They will have significant experience of the development, implementation and evaluation of business and strategic plans, and will be comfortable representing the Finance directorate both internally and externally. An understanding of the HE sector is desirable.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to Lancaster University on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference FAEOB. Alternatively telephone +44 (0)20 7227 0880 (during office hours). Applications should be received by noon on Thursday 18 November 2021.