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Executive Director of Finance and Estates
Senior Post Holder
Salary: £115,000 per annum
Executive Leadership Opportunity
Walsall College is a leading further education institution in the West Midlands, delivering high-quality technical, professional, and community education that transforms lives, supports employers, and drives regional economic growth.
We are seeking an outstanding finance leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as Executive Director of Finance and Estates.
Reporting to the Principal and Chief Executive, you will provide strategic leadership for Finance and Estates, ensuring strong financial management, effective governance, and sustainable investment that supports excellent learner outcomes and the College's long-term ambitions.
About The Role
As a Senior Post Holder, you will lead the College's financial strategy, planning, funding, audit, treasury, and risk management functions. Working closely with the Principal, Executive Leadership Team, and Corporation, you will support informed decision-making and ensure the College's continued financial strength and sustainability.
You will also provide executive leadership for the College estate and capital investment programme, ensuring campuses remain safe, sustainable, and aligned with future curriculum and organisational priorities.
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As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will contribute to the wider strategic direction of the College, supporting excellence, innovation, and partnership across all areas.
About You
You will be a professionally qualified accountant with significant senior leadership experience and a proven track record of delivering strategic financial leadership within a complex organisation.
You will bring:
- Strong financial and commercial expertise
- Excellent leadership and influencing skills
- Sound judgement and professional credibility
- Experience of working with boards, governors, and external stakeholders
- A collaborative, accountable, and values-led leadership style
- A commitment to transforming lives and communities through education
Why Join Walsall College?
This is an excellent opportunity to help shape the future of one of the region's leading colleges during an exciting period of development.
We offer:
- Salary of £115,000
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
- Occupational Health services
- Free onsite parking
- Employee discounts and additional benefits
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How to Apply
Download the Executive Recruitment Pack, Job Description, and Person Specification from the College website.
Applications must be submitted using the College application form and include a supporting statement demonstrating how your experience, knowledge, and leadership approach meet the requirements of the role.
Closing Date: 12:00pm, 26 August 2026
Provisional Interview Dates: 16 & 17 September 2026. Please be aware that this is subject to change.
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Walsall College is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and able to achieve their full potential.
Safeguarding
Walsall College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures, including references, online checks in line with KCSIE, an Enhanced DBS check, and a Section 128 direction check where applicable.
It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.
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