Head of Faculty Finance


Company:	University of Southampton
Salary:	£59,966 - £74,851
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Southampton, SO17 1BJ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Jul 2026
Closing date:	12 Aug 2026

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Summary

The University of Southampton's mission is to change the world for the better. As a world-leading research-intensive University, with a strong and high-quality educational offering, it is renowned for its innovation and enterprise and sits within the top 1% of universities worldwide.

Are you a strategic finance leader ready to shape the future of higher education?

We’re seeking an experienced and driven Head of Faculty Finance to join our dynamic Finance leadership team at the University of Southampton. In this pivotal role, you'll provide expert financial guidance to one of our academic faculties, working closely with senior leaders to support world-class research, teaching, and innovation.

You’ll lead a team of finance professionals, ensuring the delivery of insightful analysis, robust budgeting, and strategic financial planning. This is your opportunity to make a real impact—contributing to long-term decision-making at one of the UK’s top research-intensive universities.

What we’re looking for:

A qualified accountant with substantial post-qualification experience

Proven ability to lead teams and influence at a senior level

Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills

A collaborative, proactive approach with excellent communication abilities

Join a community that values ambition, inclusivity, and excellence.

We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse culture at the University and creating an environment where people can balance successful careers with their commitments and interests outside of work. Our flexible working practices, including a hybrid working model, where employees can split their working time between the office and home, supports our belief that this balance brings long-lasting benefits for our institution as well as our people.

We believe equality and diversity are fundamental to making the University of Southampton a vibrant, proud and successful organisation.

Please submit your CV along with your application.

As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.

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

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