Senior Lecturer in Accounting & Finance

Salary: £42,978 - £54,395 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Closing Date: 13-10-2023 12 Midday
Support/Academic/Management: Academic

Are you ready to embark on an exhilarating journey with the UCB Business School? We are looking for a Senior Lecturer in Accounting & Finance who not only imparts knowledge but also ignites inspiration in our students. As a dedicated hub of learning, we take pride in sculpting the future of budding professionals, and we're seeking a Senior Lecturer who's driven by a passion for teaching, nurturing student growth, and leaving an indelible mark on lives. Your industry insights will be the cornerstone in our drive for cutting-edge, interactive, and engaging lessons, motivating our students to dream big.  Amidst our expanding student community and ever-evolving academic landscape, this is a fantastic time to become part of the University College Birmingham team.

As a Senior Lecturer, you'll have the chance to play a pivotal role in collaborating with, and influencing, colleagues to ensure that our students receive an exceptional education and a positive higher education experience. Furthermore, our Senior Lecturers work to -

Further the School’s relationships with professional accounting bodies Identify and fulfil opportunities to enhance student outcomes through the achievement of professional affiliations Ensure that practitioners are closely involved in the research for and delivery of each Accounting module Provide imaginative and compelling new approaches to pedagogy that make full use of available technologies At UCB, we're not just a University; we're a bridge to industry. We're dedicated to fostering connections between our students and business leaders, and we're eager to welcome someone who shares this vision. As an institution, we invest in our team members, offering ample opportunities for professional growth; those without teaching qualifications will be supported to achieve one. So, are you ready to inspire, educate, and embark on a transformative journey with us at UCB?

In 2022, we entered a unique collaborative partnership with the University of Warwick. Ranked sixth in the 2022 Guardian League Tables and named the runner-up in the Times University of the Year 2022, Warwick are committed to partnering with us on a full range of projects which will enhance student and staff opportunity.

The University has invested £140 million in new teaching and other facilities over the last ten years, including several new campus teaching buildings, which can be seen virtually on our website www.ucb.ac.uk

Should you wish an informal discussion about the role, or further information please contact Paul Massiah – Head of Business and Enterprise – p.massiah@ucb.ac.uk

Closing Date - Friday 13 October 2023 at midday 

Benefits: 

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 38 days’ paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Teachers’ Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contribution – 23.6%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including car, technology and cycle. 
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Free on-site gym membership

Standard information:

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

UCB is an equal opportunities employer.

University College Birmingham is proud to have been voted top in the International category in the prestigious 2023 Whatuni Student Choice Awards. We were also awarded silver in the University of the Year category. The awards are voted for and by students showcasing the incredible relationships we foster here at University College Birmingham between Staff and Students. 

You may need to obtain permission to work in the UK if you don’t already have the unrestricted right to work in any role. There are various types of visa which include the right to work. You can check if you need a UK visa using the Government’s online tool and find information about UK visa routes and the eligibility criteria that must be met for each route Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). All staff are required to prove their right to work in the UK before they start work.

UCB has a unique collaborative partnership with the University of Warwick - Ranked sixth in the 2022 Guardian League Tables and named the runner-up in the Times University of the Year 2022 and the Times University of the Year 2022 for Teaching Quality.

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to commencement.

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