Head of Subject - Accounting and Finance

The University of West London (UWL) is ranked the best modern* university (non-specialist) in London in the Complete University Guide 2025.

We are ranked 30th university in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2025, Number 1 London university for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2024 and Best university for Student Experience and Teaching Quality in the UK in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.

The UWL community is a diverse body of students and staff who work together to create an environment of success and achievement. We celebrate the diversity of our staff and promote our values in practice through our commitment to inclusivity, progression, and success.

*University status awarded in or after 1992

The School

The Claude Littner Business School is a leading provider of national and international business and finance education. 

The School offers a sustainable educational environment that gives students and academics the opportunity to collaborate effectively with the business community in achieving mutually beneficial goals. This would be a rewarding career for academics with the enthusiasm for student-centred learning and real-world applications. We work closely with local and regional businesses through consultancy, partnerships and knowledge exchange. As a member of our team you will be part of a collegial and collaborative professional environment that will enable you to develop a range of valuable skills and experiences.  

Our curriculum is designed to engage the learner with creative and evidence-based solutions to real world problems. Our student Satisfaction is among the best in London. We are in the heart of West London’s business district and our campus is located in one of the prime commuter belts served by excellent train, road and underground links. 

The Role

We are seeking to appoint a talented and inspirational head of subject to provide clear strategic and operational leadership in accountancy and finance, supportive of the vision for the Claude Littner Business School to deliver innovative accountancy education.

The Person

We would like to speak to individuals with academic credibility and leadership in developing the reputation of the profession both nationally and internationally.

How to Apply 

To apply click on ‘Apply’ and fill out the application form.

Further information about the application process can be found here: 

https://jobs.uwl.ac.uk/display.aspx?id=1253&pid=0 

Interviews are expected to commence in the week beginning Monday, 15th September 2025.

Please email hr.recruitment@uwl.ac.uk  if you need any assistance with the application process.

Additional Information 

Read more about working at the University of West London at:

https://www.uwl.ac.uk/about-us/how-university-works/why-work-uwl

Our department/school is under-represented in terms of staff from minority ethnic backgrounds, of LGBTQIA +identities, and with disabilities. UWL is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter, and is a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly those mentioned above to increase diversity in our workforce.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. 

Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.

Previous applicants for this post need not apply again. 

The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.

Further Details: JD-Head of Subject Accounting & Finance

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