University of Toronto

Business Manager

University of Toronto$93K — $109K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University degree in business, accounting, or finance, or equivalent experience
  • At least 5 years of administrative, financial, and human resource management experience, ideally in a university or hospital setting
  • Proven expertise in budget planning, financial analysis, and reporting
  • Experience leading teams in a unionized environment, including team building and change management
  • Familiarity with organizing conferences and events
  • Proficiency in space and facilities management issues
  • Understanding of university budget models and financial protocols

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Department Chair on strategic and operational leadership
  • Oversee departmental administrative functions, including finance and HR management
  • Lead a team of unionized administrative staff and ensure effective operations
  • Foster partnerships with university and hospital collaborators to support research and teaching
  • Advise on financial strategies and contribute to departmental goals

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits
  • Pension plan and retirement savings options
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Access to university facilities and resources
Full Job Description
Date Posted: 09/18/2026
Req ID: 50258
Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Department: Department of Radiation Oncology
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description:

As Business Manager, you will work closely with the Department Chair to provide strategic and operational leadership across the Department's administrative functions, including finance, human resources, academic and educational administration, and space and facilities management. You will lead a team of unionized administrative staff, oversee effective departmental operations, and build strong relationships with University and hospital partners to support the Department's teaching and research priorities. Drawing on strong financial acumen, sound judgment and collaborative leadership, you will help advance the Department's academic and operational goals.

Essential Qualifications

  • University degree in business, accounting, or finance or an acceptable combination of education and experience
  • Minimum five (5) years of progressive experience in administrative, financial and human resource management, preferably in a university or hospital environment
  • Demonstrated experience with budget planning, forecasting, financial analysis and reporting
  • Demonstrated experience managing and leading staff in a unionized environment, including team building and managing change
  • Experience planning and executing conferences and events
  • Experience resolving space and facilities management matters
  • Experience applying university budget models and financial policies, procedures and guidelines
  • Demonstrated knowledge of human resources policies and procedures, routine collective agreement interpretation, labour and employment standards, and health and safety requirements
  • Demonstrated experience liaising with senior administrators on complex and sensitive administrative matters
  • Strong proficiency with MS Office, including advanced proficiency in Word and Excel, and knowledge of enterprise administrative systems such as AMS, FIS and HRIS
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach
  • Excellent planning, organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with sound judgment and the ability to navigate complex issues


Closing Date: 10/12/2026, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Personnel Subarea:PM
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 3 -- Hiring Zone: $93,592 - $109,190 -- Broadband Salary Range: $93,592 - $155,985
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial

About University of Toronto

The University of Toronto is a public research university located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is the largest university in Canada by enrollment and one of the top-ranked universities in the world. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs in a wide range of academic disciplines, including arts, sciences, engineering, and business. The University of Toronto is known for its research excellence and has produced many notable alumni, including four Nobel laureates. The university was founded in 1827 and has three campuses in the Toronto area.
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