Chief Financial Officer

The University is seeking to appoint a Chief Financial Officer to drive the financial sustainability and growth within the University.  The role is part of the University Executive Board and will be a champion for effective transformational change ensuring that our financial strategies align with and can support our missions to deliver excellence in our education and research.

Candidates will have significant strategic experience in a senior financial leadership role and experience of transformation and change in complex organisations.  Significant experience in commercial leadership and investments is also welcomed.

For more information see the candidate pack for this role

The closing date for applications is 23.59 on: 5 February 2025

Interviews will be held: 28 February 2025

To find out more about the role, a Teams Live event will be held on 24 January 2025. Please email recruitment@reading.ac.uk to register your interest and for a link to this event

By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route.  Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying.  There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.