Director of Funding, Data & Information

Michael Page; Bradford; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting on behalf of a large education provider for a senior leadership role overseeing funding, data and information functions. You will drive reporting accuracy, funding optimisation and data-led decision making across the organisation while joining the senior leadership team to influence strategy and digital transformation.

The successful candidate will have extensive leadership experience in funding, data, MIS or business intelligence, strong FE/HE funding knowledge, and a

Qualifications

• Experience leading funding, data, MIS or business intelligence functions.
• Strong knowledge of FE/HE funding methodologies and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing audits, regulatory returns and complex reporting environments.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven track record delivering strategic change through data and insight.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the funding, data and information function across the organisation.
• Ensure accurate reporting and funding optimisation.
• Drive data-led decision making and digital transformation.
• Influence senior leadership on strategy and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Funding

Data analytics

MIS

BI

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Lead the funding, data and information function for a large education provider, ensuring accurate reporting, funding optimisation and data-led decision making across the organisation. Join the senior leadership team to influence strategy, drive digital transformation and deliver meaningful organisational impact.

Client Details

Our client is a large, well-established education organisation with a strong reputation for delivering positive outcomes across its communities. They are committed to innovation, inclusion and continuous improvement, and are investing in technology, data and strategic planning to support future growth and success.

Description

• Salary of 72,000 - 80,000
• Opportunity to join the senior leadership team of a large, respected organisation.
• Significant influence over organisational strategy and decision-making.
• The chance to lead a critical function at the centre of performance, funding and transformation.
• A varied and highly visible leadership role with broad stakeholder engagement.
• Opportunity to drive digital innovation and data-led business improvement.
• A values-driven environment focused on delivering meaningful social impact.

Profile

• Significant leadership experience within funding, data, MIS or business intelligence functions.
• Strong knowledge of FE and/or HE funding methodologies and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing audits, regulatory returns and complex reporting environments.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• A proven track record of delivering strategic change and organisational improvement through data and insight.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly.
• Experience leading teams and driving performance within a large and complex organisation.
• A collaborative, innovative and commercially aware approach, combined with a passion for delivering positive outcomes.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from 63,900 to 78,100, dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent position in a Bradford-based organisation.
• Opportunities to contribute to the Not for Profit sector.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.