Deputy Research Finance Manager

UE07: 41064.00 - 48822.00 Per Annum.

CSG / Edinburgh Research Office / Research Grants.

Full Time - 35 Hours Per Week.

Fixed term - 24 months fixed term contract.

The Opportunity:

Together we can do great things. Be part of something bigger.

With roles from hospitality to researchtheresa career for everyone at the University of Edinburgh. We can offer opportunities for you to develop in your career and make a real difference in the communities around us while contributing to the world at large.

The University of Edinburgh is a world-class organization. We are a large University covering a wide range of Professional Services we support the Universitys research and teaching offering many career and role specialisms.

We are seeking colleagues who will embody our values of expertise community integrity and collaboration.

The Research Grants Team work closely with the University of Edinburgh research and professional service communities partners and funders to maximize the research academic colleagues can undertake for the funding they expert team delivers financial management and post award administration of the Universitys 3500 research grants.

A key member of the Research Grants team the Deputy Research Finance Manager will contribute to building a strong supportive and effective will have a drive to get things done whilst challenging the status quo to help us develop new ways of working.

You will embrace the management of a team of staff in the post award administration of externally funded research projects to ensure appropriate financial controls compliance with sponsors regulations and Research Governance and Edinburgh Research Office Research Governance framework.

The successful candidate will:

• have experience of staff management within a deadline driven high volume financial administration function
• a strong financial management and accounting background with experience of working within a robust financial control environment
• be passionate about using finance as an enabler to support colleagues in their goals

• be highly self-motivated and thrive in constantly changing environments

People have always been at the heart of our work. As part of the University you are a part of our community. We are looking for people with drive determination and a passion for what they do. We are a place where everyone is welcome and offer a range of policies and benefits designed to support you in building the right meaningful/personalised flexibility for you

A career with us has a range of other benefits that can be tailored to your lifestyle:

Variety every day

Responsibility and autonomy

Excellent benefits and support

Contributing to the work and purpose of the University

This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however we are open to considering flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.

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How to apply

Please include the following documents in your application:

- CV
- personal statement confirming how you meet the requirements of the post

As a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary.
• An exciting positive creative challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits including generous annual leave entitlement a defined benefits pension scheme a wide range of staff discounts family-friendly initiatives and flexible work options. Check out the full list on ourstaff benefits pageand use our reward calculator to discover the value of your pay and benefits.

Championing equality diversity and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions actively promoting LGBT equality.

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on ourright to work webpages

On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 11 May 2026.

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Interviews will be held after the closing date.