Home Bursar

Wolfson College is seeking an outstanding Home Bursar to lead the management and development of one of Oxford’s most distinctive college estates.

This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for the College’s estates, grounds, accommodation, housekeeping and lodge teams. Reporting to the Bursar and working closely with the President, Fellows, staff and students, the Home Bursar plays a pivotal role in ensuring the College operates efficiently while delivering an exceptional environment for our diverse academic community.

The successful candidate will combine strategic vision with strong operational leadership. They will oversee major maintenance, refurbishment and capital projects, champion sustainability, ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, and lead high-performing teams across a busy and varied estate. This is an opportunity for an experienced leader who enjoys making a visible impact every day and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.  The role requires strong, flexible leadership based on experience and credibility, coupled with tact, diplomacy and effective communication and interpersonal skills. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the planning and delivery of estate maintenance, refurbishment and new-build projects.
• Supporting the development and delivery of major capital projects.
• Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety legislation, including Fire Safety.
• Driving the College’s sustainability strategy and environmental initiatives.
• Leading, developing and inspiring the estates, grounds, housekeeping, accommodation and lodge teams.
• Managing departmental budgets in partnership with the Bursar.

In addition to a competitive salary, Wolfson College offers an excellent benefits package, including an outstanding pension through membership of the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS), potential access to the College’s Joint Equity House Purchase Scheme, free parking, and free lunch within allowance when on duty.

About Wolfson College

Wolfson College is one of the world’s leading graduate colleges and the first Oxford college to achieve net zero carbon. Home to one of the University’s largest and most international graduate communities, we are renowned for our open, inclusive and collaborative culture. Situated on the banks of the River Cherwell in north Oxford, our beautiful campus combines Grade II listed buildings with extensive parkland, providing an exceptional environment in which to live, work and study. Join us and help shape the future of one of Oxford’s most forward-looking colleges.

For further details and information on how to apply please read the further particulars of the job.   

Closing date for this vacancy is noon on Thursday, 23 July 2026. Interviews will take place on Thursday, 30 July 2026.

Wolfson College is committed to equality of opportunity and values the diversity of its workforce, students, and wider community. We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We would appreciate it if you could complete and return a recruitment monitoring form. This form does not constitute part of the recruitment and selection process.