Head of Finance & Data Management (m/f/d) 80%-100%

ETH Zürich

Zurich

Key information

Publication date:21 October 2025
Workload:80 – 100%
Place of work:Zurich

Head of Finance & Data Management (m/f/d)

80%-100%, Zurich, permanent

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The Real Estate Management of ETH Zurich - as part of the Vice Presidency for Infrastructure and Sustainability - is responsible for the real estate portfolio of our university. For the annual investments of approx. CHF 200 million, we adhere to the highest standards of construction and real estate management and provide forward-looking space and modern working environments in a timely manner for teaching, research, as well as knowledge and technology transfer at ETH Zurich.

Job description

As Head of the Finance & Data Management section and member of the Real Estate Management (REM) department management, you and your teams are responsible for the following three specialist areas:

Finance & Controlling – invoice processing, credit management, planning, reporting and business partnering
Data Management – management of room and area data, building documentation and archiving
Construction Administration Applications – operation and further development of the applications used

You act as a sparring and business partner to the Director of Real Estate Management and support him in managing the department. You align yourself with the overarching objectives of the ETH Board, ETH Zurich, and the Vice Presidency for Finance and Controlling. You work closely with various stakeholders, promote a motivating working atmosphere, and proactively drive digital transformation forward.

Your area of responsibility includes in particular:

Monitoring investment and multi-year planning in line with strategic real estate development
Overall responsibility for planning, management and control of the budget
Providing meaningful analyses and evaluations as decision-making bases for the REM department and higher-level committees
Leading the section with around 15 employees, including two team leaders in the areas of Finance & Controlling and Data Management

Profile

Completed business administration studies (university/FH) or comparable further education (e.g. Swiss federal diploma expert in accounting & controlling) with a focus on controlling
Several years of leadership experience in a large and complex organization, ideally with a public or private client or a real estate service provider in the GL/GU or TU area
Solid expertise in strategic and operational controlling
In-depth knowledge of the construction and real estate industry
Analytical and strategic thinking combined with solution-oriented and pragmatic action as well as implementation strength
Very good communication skills in German (mainly) and English as well as enjoyment of interdisciplinary collaboration, especially with the cross-divisional finance community of ETH Zurich

Workplace

We offer

Your job with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development but also actively contributes to positive changes in society. Working in the Vice Presidency for Infrastructure and Sustainability (VPIN) means actively shaping the future of ETH Zurich – an inspiring, international and innovative institution. Your commitment creates the best conditions for excellence in teaching, research, knowledge transfer and sustainability at ETH Zurich.
An exciting leadership role where you can combine your finance and real estate know-how
Close collaboration in a leadership team of experienced colleagues from diverse disciplines – characterized by trust, professionalism and mutual support
Modern working environment in Zurich-Oerlikon
We live: Lifelong Learning
Benefits such as public transport subscriptions and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by the ASVZ , childcare, etc., attractive pension benefits

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Diversity and sustainability are important to us

In line with our values , ETH Zurich supports an inclusive culture. We promote equal opportunities, value diversity and foster a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all employees and students are respected. On our website on equal opportunities and diversity , you can learn how we ensure a fair and open environment in which everyone can develop and thrive. Sustainability is a core value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future.

Curious? So are we.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

Motivation letter
Curriculum vitae
Work certificates and diplomas

Please apply exclusively via the online application portal. Applications by e-mail or post will not be considered.

The application process for this role consists of three stages: initial interview, second interview and half-day assessment center.

Further information about the Real Estate Management department can be found on our website Real Estate Management . For inquiries (not application documents), please contact Hannes Pichler, Director Real Estate Management (hannes-pichler@ethz.ch).

Please note that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.

For personnel recruitment, the Terms and Conditions of ETH Zurich apply.

About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the best technical and natural science universities in the world. We are known for our excellent teaching, pioneering basic research and the direct transfer of new knowledge into society. More than 30,000 people from over 120 countries find an environment with us that promotes independent thinking and a climate that inspires top performance. Located in the heart of Europe and globally networked, we jointly develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.