Head of Department – Accounting & Finance
Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK
Salary: Senior Salary (Full-Time/Secondment)
Closing Date: Wednesday 03 June 2026
Interview Date: Monday 29 June 2026
Reference: 0457-26
Job Summary
The Head of Department (HoD) for Accounting & Finance will be responsible for the academic leadership, management and development of the Department, its staff and its activities. The HoD represents the Department to the Faculty and the University and promotes excellence in teaching, research and engagement across colleagues.
Responsibilities
* Provide academic leadership and strategic direction for the Department.
* Manage and develop faculty staff, resources and departmental activities.
* Represent the Department within the Faculty and at the University level.
* Encourage and develop excellence in teaching, research and engagement.
* Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure departmental goals align with institutional priorities.
Rewards and Recognition
In recognition of the role, you will receive a non‑superannuable salary supplement equivalent to one increment on the salary scale for professors or two increments for Senior Lecturers / Senior Teaching Fellows. Subject to successful performance, this allowance may be consolidated into salary on a permanent basis. The role also attracts a Head of Department annual allowance, which is non‑superannuable.
Sabbatical
HoDs are eligible, at the end of their period of office, to be considered for an additional term of sabbatical/AREL leave, to be taken in agreement with the Dean.
Term of Office
The position is for an initial term of four years, with potential renewal for a further term within the University’s HoD and Associate Dean appointment process. On completion of your term(s) of office as HoD you will revert automatically to your substantive position.
Eligibility and Application
Applicants must have a contract of employment at the University extending for at least four years upon appointment to the role of HoD and must be an existing member of academic staff within the Department of Accounting & Finance.
To apply, submit an expression of interest through Stonefish, outlining why you wish to apply, your vision for the Department, and how you would approach the role. Include a short CV and a paragraph under each of the five headings of HoD Desirable Skills, demonstrating relevant experience and preferred professional development.
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 5th June 2026. Interviews will be held on Monday 29th June 2026. Between shortlisting and interviewing, a consultation will take place to obtain staff views, and a tailored statement outlining your vision and ambition for the department will be required.
Equality and Inclusion
We are committed to promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion across the Department, supporting family‑friendly, flexible and agile working policies on an individual basis. We warmly welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, religion, gender identity or expression, race, disability or sexual orientation, and are committed to promoting diversity and equality of opportunity.
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