Chief Finance and Operations Officer

FEA; Bolton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Bolton is seeking a Chief Finance and Operations Officer to enhance financial stability and operational strategies. This key role requires extensive senior leadership experience and the ability to foster a positive culture aligned with the college’s values. The successful candidate will ensure effective resource management to meet academic and strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior leadership roles in finance and operations.
• Strong understanding of financial stability and strategic planning.
• Ability to promote a positive culture aligned with organizational values.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the financial stability of the college.
• Lead the development of operational strategies.
• Drive operational effectiveness to support academic priorities.

Skills

Financial management

Operational strategy development

Team leadership

Education

Senior Leadership Experience

Job description

Our client, a key vocational education provider within the Bolton borough and a member of the University of Greater Manchester Group, is committed to offering a comprehensive 'cradle to PhD' educational pathway. Situated in the fourth largest district of Greater Manchester, the college boasts a proud industrial past and is now a vibrant, diverse community, balancing urban facilities with beautiful countryside.

Our client is seeking an experienced Chief Finance and Operations Officer to join their executive leadership team. The successful candidate will maintain the financial stability of the college, lead the development of operational strategies and promote a positive culture aligned with the college's values. With extensive senior leadership in finance and operations you will drive the operational effectiveness to ensure the college’s resources support the delivery of their academic and strategic priorities.

Our client has appointed FE Associates to support us with them important appointment. Email [e-mail], to discuss the role before the closing date.

Closing date: 9am on Thursday 7 August 2025

Interview date: Thursday 21 August 2025