University of Leicester Hiring for NCEO Finance and Contracts Officer Job at Leicester, England Full Time

About the role

The Finance and Contracts Officer is a key position within the National Centre for Earth Observation (NCEO), a cross-UK activity in environmental science from satellites in space which is based at the University of Leicester. The Officer is responsible for NCEO`s financial accounting of its core (research council) and external income, tracking expenditure within NCEO, issuing budgets, managing expenditure statements and invoices, and providing both financial and contractual information in line with NCEOs governance and funder requirements. The post holder will work closely with colleagues at Leicester in the Research Support and Finance offices, finance and contract colleagues across the suite of NCEO partners from UK Universities and institutes, finance managers at the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) and other funders of NCEO, the NCEO Director and the NCEO Centre Manager.

About you

You have relevant experience in a similar type of role, are comfortable working with financial systems, and are highly proficient in using the Microsoft Office Suite. You are a team-player who enjoys unravelling complex finances with an appreciation of contractual terms and conditions. You are looking for a finance role in a fast-paced and often busy environment where you`ll become our financial expert, advising on the implications of financial decisions and alerting us to problems as they arise. You are looking to be a part of a team who will value good presentation, including graphics, and your high attention to detail.

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Zee Shabbir, NCEO Centre and Programme Manager, on [email protected] or 07553 508 687.

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Vacancy terms

Full-time (job share considered) fixed term post to 31 March 2026