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Group Director of Finance, FEA
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About the Client
Our client is the largest provider of post-16 education in the South East Midlands, supporting more than 18,000 students each year. Driven by a purpose to help individuals, communities, and society flourish through education, they are committed to raising aspirations, reducing inequality, and creating opportunities that transform lives.
Role Overview
Our client is looking for an exceptional Group Director of Finance to play a pivotal role in delivering their financial strategy and supporting the continued success of the College Group. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you'll provide strategic financial leadership across the organisation, ensuring financial sustainability, robust governance, and informed decision-making. This is a high-profile leadership role where you'll influence strategic direction while leading a broad portfolio.
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Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic financial leadership across the organisation
- Ensure financial sustainability, robust governance, and informed decision-making
- Influence strategic direction
- Lead a broad portfolio
Qualifications and Experience
- Qualified accountant (or part qualified with commitment to complete)
- Significant senior finance leadership experience, including:
- Financial strategy
- Long-term planning
- Treasury
- Cash flow
- Risk
- Governance
- An influential and collaborative leader
- Strong analytical, communication, and digital skills
- Ability to turn complex financial information into clear, strategic insight that supports effective decision-making
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Contact Information
Our client has appointed FE Associates to support them with this important appointment. Contact Jo.Johnston@fea.co.uk to discuss this exciting opportunity before applying.
Application Deadline
Closes: 9am on Tuesday 25 August 2026
Interview Dates
Interviews: Wednesday 9 September 2026
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