An Oxford institution is seeking an exceptional graduate to work directly with the Operations Director in a high-impact Finance & Operations Analyst role. This is not a standard graduate position. You will operate at the centre of the College’s administration, combining rigorous financial analysis with direct exposure to senior decision-making. The role requires outstanding Excel and systems capability, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to operate with discretion and precision in a complex environment.
You will act as a trusted support to the Operations Director, helping to shape insight, improve processes, and ensure the effective delivery of key operational and financial priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Build and maintain robust, complex Excel models to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning
Analyse financial and operational data, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
Support the production of high-quality management information and reporting for senior stakeholders
Contribute to financial planning cycles, including budgeting and reforecasting
Work extensively with finance and operational systems to extract, interrogate, and reconcile data
Design and implement more efficient, automated reporting processes
Drive improvements in data quality, reporting accuracy, and internal controls
Take ownership of analytical and reporting tools used across the function
Prepare briefings, reports, and presentations for senior meetings and committees
Track key initiatives, ensuring actions are delivered to a high standard and on time
Act as a reliable and professional point of coordination across multiple stakeholders
Skills & Experience
Essential
A strong academic record from a leading university (Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering or similar)
Advanced Excel capability (including complex modelling, nested formulas, and large dataset manipulation; VBA/macros advantageous)
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrable ability to work with systems and large volumes of data
Outstanding attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High levels of professionalism, judgement, and discretion
Ability to manage competing priorities and operate effectively under pressure
Desirable
Experience with finance or ERP systems
Exposure to data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI)
What We Offer
Generous pension and annual leave entitlement
Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
A uniquely varied role within a prestigious academic institution
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