Join a Leading Department at a Triple-Accredited Business School
We are delighted to invite applications for multiple Lecturer positions in Accounting and Finance within the Department of Finance and Economics - part of a globally elite, triple-accredited business school, and proud to be named Modern University of the Year 2026 by the Good University Guide.
About Us
Our department is home to over 2,000 students and 75+ academic staff, making us one of the largest and most dynamic in the UK. Our triple accreditation places us in the top 1% of business schools worldwide - a testament to our commitment to delivering outstanding education and impactful research. Our teaching and research activity adopts an applied focus, maintaining currency and connection to the broader economic environment.
We are currently focused on:
1. Launching a refreshed portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
2. Expanding into cutting-edge areas aligned with our strategic vision.
3. Innovating in Learning, Teaching and Assessment to meet evolving market needs (including AI integration and the Skills Agenda) ensuring our graduates are future-ready.
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking passionate and forward-thinking individuals who bring energy, expertise, and a collaborative spirit. You will:
4. Hold a professional accounting qualification from a globally recognised body (e.g. ACCA, ICAEW, CIMA).
5. Have relevant industry or academic experience in one or more of the following areas: Management Accounting, Corporate Reporting, Business Law and Governance, Taxation, Financial Management, or Audit.
6. If from industry, have experience of process innovation within your subject area (e.g. AI integration).
7. If from academia, have led or contributed to curriculum innovation, with evidence of implementation in teaching and assessment.
8. Be committed to building your external profile in ways that enhance both your career and the department's reputation.
Why Join Us?
You'll be part of a vibrant, fast-paced department that prioritises student success and graduate outcomes. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work within the department and across the Business School so you will have the opportunity
If you're excited by the opportunity to shape the future of accounting and finance education, we'd love to hear from you.
Please feel free to send any informal enquiries to Anna Egan (Head of Department) via
Formal applications should be submitted via our recruitment portal. Please submit a CV and Cover Letter only. The cover letter should be no more than 300 words in length.
Successful candidates will be invited to do the following:
9. Take part in an interview with members of the department's senior leadership team.
10. Deliver a 15 min presentation (with an additional 10 min Q&A time) to members of the department on a topic of the department's choosing.
Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from local and international communities, including those from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.
Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.
Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.
This vacancy is expected to attract a high volume of applications. Therefore, under the Disability Confident Scheme, only disabled people who apply under the scheme and best meet the essential criteria will be offered an interview.
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