Director of Finance & Resources

Morgan Hunt; England; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible hybrid working

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a Director of Finance & Resources to lead financial strategies and ensure outstanding financial health. The role involves working closely with the Senior Leadership Team to provide strategic financial guidance, manage statutory reporting, and drive organizational improvement. The ideal candidate will have a CCAB qualification and senior finance experience, along with strong leadership and communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Full CCAB qualification.
• Extensive senior-level finance experience in/ outside Further Education.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage change and deliver strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of financial strategies for sustainability.
• Own financial planning and statutory reporting.
• Provide strategic insight to support organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with the CEO, SLT and heads across the College to deliver objectives.
• Provide leadership across estates, health and safety, and compliance to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Promote accountability, transparency and continuous improvement across the organisation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Change management

Excel proficiency

Education

Full CCAB qualification (CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA, ICAEW)

Tools

Excel

Job description

A partner to the charity, education and housing sectors, providing expert advice and support for executive and board level appointments

Director of Finance & Resources
Isle of Wight College, Newport
Competitive Salary and Benefits including 35 days holiday plus bank holidays
Flexible hybrid working available
Open to candidates from within or outside Further Education (FE)

The Isle of Wight College is entering an exciting new phase of development, with a renewed commitment to financial strength, exceptional learner experience and long-term sustainability. To support this journey, we are seeking an outstanding senior finance leader to join our Senior Leadership Team.

The Role

• Lead the development of robust financial and estates strategies that secure long-term sustainability.
• Own financial planning, budgeting, monitoring and statutory reporting, ensuring the College remains in outstanding financial health.
• Operate as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, offering strategic insight and financial guidance to support innovation, growth and informed decision‑making.
• Collaborate closely with the CEO, COO, SLT and Heads across the College to deliver organisational objectives.
• Provide leadership across estates, health and safety, and compliance to ensure a safe, effective and engaging learning environment.
• Champion accountability, transparency and continuous improvement throughout the organisation.

About You

We’re looking for someone who combines technical mastery with strong leadership, collaboration and the ability to drive meaningful change.

Essential Requirements

• Full CCAB qualification (CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA, ICAEW).
• Evidence of ongoing continuous professional development.
• Extensive senior‑level finance experience, within or outside Further Education.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage change and deliver strategic objectives.
• Highly proficient with Excel, data analysis and complex accounting systems.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and professional development.

We welcome applications from:

• Experienced Directors of Finance & Resources looking for a new challenge
• Directors of Finance ready to broaden their portfolio
• High‑performing Financial Controllers seeking a supported step into a director‑level role
• Sector entrants with strong alignment and transferable expertise

Why Join the Isle of Wight College?

• A progressive, learner‑centred environment
• A supportive SLT and a culture grounded in collaboration
• Opportunities to shape long‑term strategy and drive organisational improvement
• Enhanced flexibility through hybrid working
• A role that genuinely impacts learners, staff and the wider community

How to Apply

For further information and to request the candidate pack, please contact our retained search consultant, Will Worthington.

Morgan Hunt is a multi‑award‑winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.