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Director of People Strategy & Culture, FEA
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Lead a transformation that will define the future of our College.
Our client’s focus is simple, delivering outstanding experiences and outcomes for their students. As they continue their ambitious transformation, the College are looking for an exceptional Director of People Strategy & Culture to join their newly formed Executive Leadership Team.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Principal, you'll work alongside senior executive colleagues to shape the strategic direction of the College. This is much more than a HR leadership role; you will be a visible, collaborative leader contributing across the whole organisation while driving a modern People Strategy that supports high performance, organisational transformation and educational excellence.
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Our client is looking for an agile leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, embraces change and can provide confidence during times of uncertainty. You will simplify processes, challenge unnecessary bureaucracy and champion pragmatic solutions that keep students at the centre of every decision.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with senior executives to shape the strategic direction of the College.
- Drive a modern People Strategy that supports high performance and educational excellence.
- Simplify processes and challenge unnecessary bureaucracy.
- Champion pragmatic solutions that keep students at the centre of every decision.
- Work as part of the united Executive Team to provide leadership and direction.
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Required Skills and Experience
- Experience of leading organisational change.
- Proven track record of influencing at Executive or Board level.
- Ability to develop high-performing teams.
- Collaborative, credible, and resilient with the confidence to challenge, negotiate, and inspire others.
Contact Information
If you are passionate about making a lasting impact on students through exceptional leadership, contact Amanda.Hart@fea.co.uk for an initial discussion.
Application Deadlines
- Closes: 9am on Tuesday 29 September 2026
- Interviews: Thursday 8 October 2026
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