Chief Finance Officer (CFO)

Shape the future of creative and technological education

Falmouth University has been at the forefront of creativity for over 120 years. We are Cornwall’s University; a strong local and anchor institution with ambitions that spread across the globe. Our Mission, Vision and Values set out our focus on the nexus between creativity and technology, building on our strengths to ensure that we are true leaders in the sector. With over 7,000 students across on-campus, online, and executive-level programs, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional higher education and research, developing the next generation of creative leaders and explorers.

We are seeking an inspiring Chief Finance Officer (CFO) to drive our strategic financial vision. Reporting directly to the Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive, the CFO will play a critical role in ensuring Falmouth’s financial sustainability, fostering innovation, and supporting entrepreneurial and commercial activities aligned with our Mission, Vision and Values.

About You:

• Proven expertise in financial leadership, ideally within complex or rapidly evolving sectors like Higher Education.
• A history of driving financial transformation and leveraging best practices to enhance efficiency, transparency, and impact.
• A data-driven decision-maker adept at balancing risk with opportunity.
• A collaborative leader who fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and inclusivity.

This is an opportunity to make a significant impact at a university that is shaping the future of the creative and digital industries.

For full details and how to apply, please review the Candidate Information Pack.

Closing Date: 12 January 2025.

Interviews: On-site, Thursday 13th February.

About Us

In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer the successful candidate for this role a range of benefits, including:

• Employer Pension Contribution up to 12%.
• 35 days + 8 days bank holiday.
• Relocation Assistance to 10% of salary.
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay.
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Tusker).
• Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme.
• Salary Sacrifice Home & Tech Scheme.
• Life Assurance.

Full details on our employee benefits can be found on our careers page www.falmouth.ac.uk/jobs. Alongside these benefits, we offer a first-class working environment across our campuses with all the facilities you would expect from a leading University.

A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by Falmouth Staffing Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Falmouth University. Employees of Falmouth Staffing Ltd work alongside Falmouth University colleagues in the delivery of Falmouth’s strategic vision and will adopt Falmouth University’s HR policies and procedures in full.

Falmouth University welcomes and encourages job applications from people of all identities and backgrounds, particularly those under-represented and/or marginalised, as it is important we have a diverse range of candidates to consider.