Head of Administration and Finance
Applications for this vacancy closed on 2 June 2025 at 12:00PM
**University of Oxford Development and Alumni Engagement**
**Head of Administration and Finance**
**Location:** Oxford – hybrid working may be an option
**Salary:** Grade 9: annual progression from £55,636 to £64,228 per annum,
with a possible extension to £70,029 including an Oxford University Weighting
of £1,500 per year (pro rata).
**Contract type:** Permanent
**Hours:** Full time
**Closing date:** 2 June 2025 at 12:00 noon
**Interviews:** 10 June 2025 in Oxford
**Vacancy Ref:** 179892
**Join the University of Oxford as Head of Administration and Finance**
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for financial management and
operational excellence? The University of Oxford is seeking a dynamic and
experienced individual to lead our Administration and Finance team within the
Development and Alumni Engagement (DAE) department.
**About the Role:** As the Head of Administration and Finance, you will play a
pivotal role in ensuring the effective running of DAE. You will work closely
with the Director of Advancement Operations and the Senior Leadership Team to
lead strategic operational and business planning, financial management, and
project management services. This is a demanding role that requires
outstanding business planning skills, extensive experience in financial and
project management, and strengths in governance and operations.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Provide strategic advice and guidance to the Director of Advancement Operations and the leadership team.
* Manage annual and long-term business planning for DAE.
* Lead financial planning and management, including setting financial objectives and managing budgets.
* Oversee facilities management, ensuring the security, presentation, and maintenance of UK offices.
* Lead the Administration & Finance team, supporting staff development and promoting DAE’s values.
* Coordinate internal communications and department-wide events.
**Why Join Us?**
Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such
as:
* 38 days of annual leave to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
* One of the most generous maternity and adoption leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay leave, followed by additional statutory and unpaid leave options.
* A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle
* An excellent contributory pension scheme
* Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
* Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.
* Opportunities for growth and development, including membership to CASE
**About the University of Oxford:** The University of Oxford is a world-
leading institution in research and education. We empower individuals and
teams to address fundamental questions of global significance while providing
a welcoming and inclusive workplace. Join us and be part of a vibrant
community that values innovation, creativity, and diversity.
**How to Apply:** Applications are made through our online recruitment portal.
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement explaining how you meet the
selection criteria for the post. For more information, visit Oxford Jobs.
**Join us and make a difference at the University of Oxford!**
**Application Process**
To apply, please upload:
* A covering letter/supporting statement
* Your CV
* The details of two referees
The closing date for applications is **12 noon on 2 June 2025**.
Interviews will take place on **10 June 2025** and will be held face-to-face.
_Development and Alumni Engagement_ _is committed to having a team that is
made up of diverse skills and experiences. We encourage applicants from all
sectors of the community and are especially keen to encourage candidates from
under-represented groups to apply._
Spanning the historic streets of the “city of dreaming spires,” the University
of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for nine consecutive
years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we
offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring
environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to ground-
breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing
sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse,
inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and
aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.
**Head of Administration and Finance**
**Location:** Oxford – hybrid working may be an option
**Salary:** Grade 9: annual progression from £55,636 to £64,228 per annum,
with a possible extension to £70,029 including an Oxford University Weighting
of £1,500 per year (pro rata).
**Contract type:** Permanent
**Hours:** Full time
**Closing date:** 2 June 2025 at 12:00 noon
**Interviews:** 10 June 2025 in Oxford
**Vacancy Ref:** 179892
**Join the University of Oxford as Head of Administration and Finance**
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for financial management and
operational excellence? The University of Oxford is seeking a dynamic and
experienced individual to lead our Administration and Finance team within the
Development and Alumni Engagement (DAE) department.
**About the Role:** As the Head of Administration and Finance, you will play a
pivotal role in ensuring the effective running of DAE. You will work closely
with the Director of Advancement Operations and the Senior Leadership Team to
lead strategic operational and business planning, financial management, and
project management services. This is a demanding role that requires
outstanding business planning skills, extensive experience in financial and
project management, and strengths in governance and operations.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Provide strategic advice and guidance to the Director of Advancement Operations and the leadership team.
* Manage annual and long-term business planning for DAE.
* Lead financial planning and management, including setting financial objectives and managing budgets.
* Oversee facilities management, ensuring the security, presentation, and maintenance of UK offices.
* Lead the Administration & Finance team, supporting staff development and promoting DAE’s values.
* Coordinate internal communications and department-wide events.
**Why Join Us?**
Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such
as:
* 38 days of annual leave to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
* One of the most generous maternity and adoption leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay leave, followed by additional statutory and unpaid leave options.
* A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle
* An excellent contributory pension scheme
* Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
* Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.
* Opportunities for growth and development, including membership to CASE
**About the University of Oxford:** The University of Oxford is a world-
leading institution in research and education. We empower individuals and
teams to address fundamental questions of global significance while providing
a welcoming and inclusive workplace. Join us and be part of a vibrant
community that values innovation, creativity, and diversity.
**How to Apply:** Applications are made through our online recruitment portal.
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement explaining how you meet the
selection criteria for the post. For more information, visit Oxford Jobs.
**Join us and make a difference at the University of Oxford!**
**Application Process**
To apply, please upload:
* A covering letter/supporting statement
* Your CV
* The details of two referees
The closing date for applications is **12 noon on 2 June 2025**.
Interviews will take place on **10 June 2025** and will be held face-to-face.
_Development and Alumni Engagement_ _is committed to having a team that is
made up of diverse skills and experiences. We encourage applicants from all
sectors of the community and are especially keen to encourage candidates from
under-represented groups to apply._
Spanning the historic streets of the “city of dreaming spires,” the University
of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for nine consecutive
years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we
offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring
environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to ground-
breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing
sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse,
inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and
aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.
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**University of Oxford Development and Alumni Engagement**
**Head of Administration and Finance** **Location:** Oxford – hybrid working may be an option **Salary:** Grade 9: annual progression from £55,636 to £64,228 per annum, with a possible extension to £70,029 including an Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 per year (pro rata). **Contract type:** Permanent **Hours:** Full time **Closing date:** 2 June 2025 at 12:00 noon **Interviews:** 10 June 2025 in Oxford **Vacancy Ref:** 179892 **Join the University of Oxford as Head of Administration and Finance** Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for financial management and operational excellence? The University of ... University of Oxford Development and Alumni Engagement Head of Administration and Finance Location: Oxford – hybrid working may be an option Salary: Grade 9: annual progression from £55,636 to £64,228 per annum, with a possible extension to £70,029 including an Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 per year (pro rata). Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full time Closing date: 2 June 2025 at 12:00 noon Interviews: 10 June 2025 in Oxford Vacancy Ref: 179892 Join the University of Oxford as Head of Administration and Finance Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for financial management and operational excellence? The University ... |
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