Job Description

Are you eager to contribute to the financial support of research initiatives within a large, innovative organisation, while advancing your financial expertise? Join UWE Bristol, a dynamic and forward-thinking institution committed to growing its research activities. As the university continues to expand its research efforts and adapt to evolving expectations from funders, there is an increasing need for enhanced financial control and reporting within this area.
As a Post-Award Finance Manager you will have a hands-on approach, playing a key role in monitoring and reporting on the financial impact of research activity, including; regular monitoring and highlighting of risk areas, enhancing and developing reporting systems, working with the Colleges and the Research Office to ensure maximum service is provided to those developing and carrying out research for the University. Reporting to a Finance Business Partner you will work closely with key stakeholders including Research Centre Directors, Deans of Research, the Research Office and colleagues in the wider Finance Team as all work together to meet the University's research goals. Responsibilities include:

• Direct line-management of the Post-Award Research Finance team
• Working with the Research Office and others to enhance research award processes, facilitating smooth transfer of work to the team.
• Development of monitoring and audit work to ensure compliance with funder requirements.
• Development and production of reports to identify financial progress on projects and assess risk.
• Maintenance of knowledge of changing funder guidance, and dissemination across team and Research Office.

About you
We are seeking a financially proficient colleague with knowledge of research pre- and post-award funder requirements and an interest in collaborating with others to develop and improve systems across several disciplines. You will have:

• an appropriate accounting qualification (AAT or above) or be able to demonstrate significant experience operating at this level in Research Finance.
• strong analytical skills and an ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial experts.
• strong leadership and team management abilities to inspire and develop your team.
• strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to build relationships with colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds.

Where is this role based?
This post is based at our lively campus and will also involve working with colleagues at our Glenside and City campuses.
We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from right across the globe. Based in , one of the UK's most exciting and forward-thinking cities, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with an established network of employer and academic partners.
We offer a wide range of including progressive pay rates, generous annual leave and career average pension schemes as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development.
UWE Bristol recognises the power of a .
We are proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, we're always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity and leads to better decision-making and problem-solving. Bring your talent and ambition to our growing community and find yourself in a stimulating and supportive environment where you'll thrive.
We particularly encourage applications from global majority candidates as we are currently under-represented in this area of the organisation, however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit.
As a employer, we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability.
Further information
If you would like to speak to us to find out more about this role please contact Anthony Everitt on 0117 328 2660 or email:
The interviews are scheduled to take place at our Frenchay Campus - date TBC
This is a full-time until, fixed-term until 31 March 2027, working 37 hours per week
This post is available on a job share basis for applicants wishing to work part time.
UWE Bristol is a campus-based University and it is vital to our success and the delivery of an outstanding experience for our students that our campuses are dynamic and vibrant places to learn and spend time. This role is therefore campus based for at least 3 days per week, with the opportunity to work from home on the remaining days.
To ensure fairness and equity all salary offers will be made in line with the University's salary assessment guidelines and will be based on your relevant skills and experience.
Right to Work in the UK
The University has a legal responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. You will therefore be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK, please refer to the for information on which documents are acceptable.
We may be able to sponsor qualifying candidates for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. Please read our to assess if you will be eligible.
Please note that UWE Bristol does not cover any visa or health surcharge costs.
Advice to applicants
We'd love to hear from you - if you are excited about joining us at UWE please complete our application form as soon as possible.
Tell us about how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role by describing how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the , and include specific examples wherever possible.
Once we have completed shortlisting we will let you know the outcome of your application by email, so please check your inbox for updates.

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