Divisional Financial Controller - Medical Sciences Division

Divisional Financial Controller, Medical Sciences

Summary:

The University of Oxford, a global leader in education and research, invites applications for the position of Divisional Financial Controller (DFC), a £700m turnover enterprise, within the esteemed Medical Sciences Division. This senior leadership role plays a pivotal part in shaping the financial governance, management, and strategy of the Division, contributing significantly to its short, medium, and long-term success.

Role Responsibilities:

• Lead the financial governance, management, and strategy for the Medical Sciences Division, aligning with academic objectives.
• Act as a trusted partner, offering leadership, support, and advice to key stakeholders, including the Head of Division and Divisional Registrar.
• Play a crucial role in the strategic planning activities of the Division, working closely with the Head of Strategic Planning and the Medical Sciences Board.
• Provide visible leadership of the finance function, serving as the point of professional engagement for finance staff in departments.
• Create a financial environment that enables departments to optimise financial sustainability by effectively managing competing claims on resources.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality financial and business information to the Division and the central University.
• Impartially convey the consequences of decisions, building trust among all parties.

Type of Person:

The ideal candidate for the Divisional Financial Controller position will possess:

• Proven experience in financial leadership roles, preferably within a complex academic or research-oriented environment.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide sound advice to senior decision-makers.
• A strategic mindset and the capability to contribute significantly to the Division's long-term success.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire finance teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• A thorough understanding of financial governance, management, and strategy in the context of a leading academic institution.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to provide impartial and informed financial advice.

Join us at the University of Oxford's Medical Sciences Division, a globally recognised centre of excellence, and contribute to our mission of advancing biomedical and clinical research. Be a key player in shaping the financial future of one of the world's leading academic institutions.