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Business Manager - The Cathedral Grammar School
This is a pivotal Finance and Operations role within our school with key responsibilities and a direct reporting line to the Principal to ensure the ongoing success, growth and development of our school. Strong leadership, effective management, and diligent oversight in administration, financial operations, and project management are essential in our ever-evolving, dynamic organisation. The successful candidate will experience a challenging and varied role, with the opportunity to make a meaningful difference for our students and community, bringing a sense of fulfilment.
About Us
We are an independent Anglican primary school and pre-school providing high quality education in the heart of Christchurch city. Established in 1881 as the Grammar and Choir School of Christ Church Cathedral, our school is perched on the banks of the Avon River with a view spanning across Hagley Park. Proud of how we weave together our rich history and traditions alongside a strong eye on the future, we have a deliberate focus on ensuring we nurture, know and grow every child, every day. We are a thriving school with a supportive community, achieving great things through providing an education that grows the heart as well as the mind.
About the Opportunity
The Business Manager reports directly to the Principal and is an integral part of the Executive Leadership Team. The primary objective of the Business Manager is to support the Principal by managing aspects of the 'non teaching' business of the School in order to support the financial and long term development goals. The overarching responsibilities of the Business Manager include, finance, facilities management, health and safety, project management and human resources.
You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the ongoing success and management of the school. In doing this you will:
Work authentically with the Principal and Executive Leadership Team to execute financial and operational strategies that will positively impact on the School
Manage, and provide oversight for all financial activities and associated reporting
Act as Project Manager for construction and development projects as required
Manage the schools' facilities and compliance requirements
About You
To succeed in this senior role, you will hold a relevant qualification and have proven experience across the full scope of financial business operations in a related field. Experience in a school or academic setting is highly desirable. Your drive to make a positive impact in this role will be demonstrated through your past successes, a focus on continuous improvement, and a clear strategic vision.
Strong leadership, management and oversight in administration, financial and project management in an ever evolving and dynamic organisation will provide the successful candidate with challenge, variety and a sense of fulfilment in making a difference for our students and wider community.
A natural people person, you can effectively connect and engage with internal and external stakeholders. You will enjoy the complexities of working within a school environment, engaging with students, staff and the wider school community. You will align strongly with the school's Anglican character, values and philosophies.
This is an extraordinary opportunity to become an integral part of a Christchurch organisation.
How to apply
Applicants for this position should have New Zealand residency or a valid New Zealand work visa.
Please apply through the Seek link by providing your CV and cover letter. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Applications close 4.00pm, 29 November.
If you have any questions, would like a copy of the full Job Description or would like to tour our school, please contact Leigh Richards, Executive Assistant to the Principal, at ******
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