At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial processes for postgraduate research and enhance reporting for strategic decisions.
- Company: Supportive university community focused on doctoral education and operational excellence.
- Benefits: Sector-leading salary, pension scheme, and opportunities for staff training and development.
- Other info: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to improving student experiences.
- Why this job: Shape the future of postgraduate research while collaborating with diverse teams.
- Qualifications: Experience in higher education finance and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 39600 - 48400 £ per year.
Overview
As Doctoral College finance lead, you will develop and standardize financial processes for postgraduate research.
You will collaborate across the Doctoral College, Schools and professional services to strengthen management information and reporting for strategic decision-making.
You will oversee studentships, payment cycles and financial record-keeping, guiding colleagues to ensure compliant, best-practice finance.
This role shapes the postgraduate research experience within a supportive, mission-driven university community.
You will contribute to the Doctoral College's strategic direction and operational excellence.
- Pay / Benefits
- sector-leading salary
- pension scheme
- staff training and development
Responsibilities
- oversee and continually improve financial record management and reporting for postgraduate research activity
- act as the subject matter expert in postgraduate research finance and provide guidance across academic and professional services
- promote best practices in financial processes and ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory and institutional requirements
- collaborate with Schools, Finance, and Research and Innovation Services to administer studentships and payment processes
- maintain accurate records and robust financial reporting to support strategic decision-making
- contribute to shaping the strategic direction of the Doctoral College as a Management Team member
- Key requirements
- substantial experience in higher education finance administration
- proven track record of leading service and process improvements
- excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams
- highly organised and adaptable with the ability to manage competing priorities and tight timelines
- communication
- stakeholder management
- collaboration
- higher education finance administration
- financial reporting and management information
- compliance with statutory, regulatory and institutional requirements
Senior Fees, Funding and Finance Officer (REDEPLOYEE APPLICATIONS ONLY) in London employer: City, University of London
City St George's, University of London is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth and development of its staff within a vibrant academic community. Located in Tooting, London, the university offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, making it an ideal place for passionate educators to thrive and make a meaningful impact in primary care education.
Contact Details:
City, University of London Recruitment Team
