Assistant Director, Financial Planning and Contracts

12 hours ago

Southampton, United Kingdom University of Southampton Full time

**2302223VB**

**Are you a qualified CCAB accountant looking for the next step in your career? Do you want to work for an organisation funding Health and Social Care Research that makes a real difference?** Then join us as Assistant Director
- Financial Planning and Contracts

This is a brand new role within our National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Coordinating Centre that will help lead, develop and manage our finance team. You will form part of our expanding senior leadership team to ensure we continue to meet the needs of the NIHR, patients and the public now and in the future.

**Who are we?**

The NIHR Coordinating Centre based within the School of Healthcare Enterprise and Innovation (HEI) is the largest enterprise contract within the University of Southampton. We help to fund, enable and deliver world-leading research that improves people's health and wellbeing and promotes economic growth. We are also a major funder of applied health research in low and middle income countries.

**What is the role?**

The postholder will be responsible for leading the interface for contract financial planning between our contract governance and workforce leads. The postholder will be a member of the contract management and planning executive governance group within the Centre. You will also provide strategic leadership to the finance team to ensure they deliver on contractual obligations and provide a quality service to our stakeholders and ensure University financial practices are adhered to. You will also develop and maintain strategic oversight of our NIHR contract, assess any financial risks and advise on the implications for delivery and future retender.

**What are we looking for?**

You will be a CCAB qualified accountant with significant post-qualification experiences. You will have proven experience of managing significant change in complex, national, public sector/government cross-organisational environments and It will be advantageous to have worked in a policy-sensitive environment. Other key skills to be successful in this role include:

- Expertise in financial modelling and forecasting
- Experience of business planning and continuous improvement
- Able to work proactively and manage conflicting priorities
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt your style to engage with a variety of stakeholders
- Able to confidently work with and influence senior people of national standing

**How do we look after you?**

They say a picture is worth a thousand words so why not listen to our staff talk about what it is really like working here:
If you want to find out even more about working here then please click here

We know that the world of work has changed and are open to flexible working arrangements and we currently work in a hybrid way with a minimum of 20% of your time spent in the office.

**Application procedure**:
**Further details**:

- Job Description and Person Specification

We believe equality, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to making the University of Southampton a welcoming, vibrant and successful organisation. Having a diverse workforce, inclusive of people of all ages and beliefs, from different racial backgrounds, educational and social backgrounds opens up a wealth of possibilities, makes us more creative and accelerates our impact on society. We welcome applicants that value diversity of our community and are willing to play their part in supporting the mission of inclusivity.

  • Trainee Financial Adviser

    4 days ago

    Southampton, United Kingdom Quilter Financial Planning Full time

    2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Hiring and developing the next generation of Financial Advisers! Ready for a Career Change? Become a Qualified Financial Adviser through Quilter Academy – Opportunities available nationwide! Are you exploring your next career move and looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact? Enjoy helping...

  • Director - Financial Planning

    2 days ago

    Southampton, United Kingdom eFinancialCareers Full time

    We are driven by our purpose to place the power of good advice into more hands for both individuals and businesses. Our purpose is supported by our 3 core values: Personal - we treat you as an individual Partnership - we go further together Performance - we strive for more What will you be doing? - To build and develop trusted relationships with current...

  • Financial Advisor

    1 week ago

    Southampton, United Kingdom Quilter Financial Planning Full time

    Looking to connect with financial advisers across the UK to discuss existing opportunities within Quilter. We are currently looking to recruit Financial Advisers within our Southampton office to provide fully holistic financial advice to our clients. Skills Understanding complex information - Analysing financial data Research and analysis - Client...

  • Holistic Financial Advisor — Southampton

    1 week ago

    Southampton, United Kingdom Quilter Financial Planning Full time

    A financial services company in Southampton is looking for qualified Financial Advisers to provide comprehensive financial advice to clients. Ideal candidates will have a Diploma in Financial Advice, excellent interpersonal skills, and a strong understanding of the investment business. The position offers a full-time opportunity with a robust support system...

  • Financial Reporting Director

    4 days ago

    Southampton, United Kingdom Carnival Full time

    An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Carnival PLC Global Accounting and Reporting Services team for a Director of Financial Reporting, responsible for the oversight of the preparation of the UK Annual Report and IFRS financial statements. **The Role** As Carnival PLC moves forward with a long-term strategy of growth in our ships, as our Director...

  • Head of Financial Accounting

    6 days ago

    Southampton, United Kingdom Maritime and Coastguard Agency Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 388934 **Salary**: - £54,857 - A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% **Job grade**: - Grade 7 **Contract type**: - Permanent **Business area**: - MCA - Corporate Services **Type of role**: - Accountancy Finance **Working pattern**: - Flexible working, Full-time, Job share,...

  • Financial Planner

    3 weeks ago

    Southampton, United Kingdom Synchronicity Group Full time

    Synchronicity Financial Services are working with a leading wealth manager to recruit an experienced Financial Planner to join their Southampton office. As a result of retiring Partners, our client is looking for a highly motivated and ambitious, experienced Financial Planner to help support the continued growth of the business in the region and will offer a...

  • Assistant Director Human Resources

    2 weeks ago

    Southampton, United Kingdom Maritime and Coastguard Agency Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 369762**Salary**: - £64,108**Job grade**: - Grade 6**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - MCA - Corporate Services**Type of role**: - Human Resources Planning Project Delivery**Working pattern**: - Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time**Number of jobs available**: -...

  • Assistant Director Seafarer Training, Safety

    1 week ago

    Southampton, United Kingdom Maritime and Coastguard Agency Full time

    📍 Location : Southampton (Hybrid) 💷 Salary : £76,157 This role comes with an allowance of up to : Out of Hours Contactability & Tasking (A) - £3,000, Advanced Capability (A) - £3,000 and Operating in Hazardous Environments - £1,250 🕒 Contract Type : Permanent – Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time As a senior leader, you will...

  • Financial Advisor

    2 weeks ago

    Southampton, United Kingdom Financial Divisions Full time

    Independent Financial Adviser – Nationwide – Salary up to £75k + Bonus - Remote If you’ve built a career under a restricted model and you’re now craving proper independence, this is your next step. You’ll join a respected, planning-led firm that values client outcomes over product sales. The structure gives you freedom without chaos — strong...