Executive Director of Finance

FEA; Northampton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Northampton is looking for an Executive Director of Finance to join their executive leadership team. The role involves shaping the financial strategy and ensuring robust financial management. Ideal candidates will possess strong financial acumen and senior leadership experience, preferably within education or the public sector. Interested parties should arrange an initial conversation via email regarding this pivotal position.

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience in finance, ideally within education or public sector.
• Ability to foster partnerships and collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Shape the financial strategy of the College.
• Ensure robust financial management.
• Support the delivery of academic and strategic priorities.

Skills

Financial acumen

Strategic vision

Excellent communication skills

Financial planning

Risk management

Audit oversight

Education

Fully qualified finance professional

Job description

Our client stands as a leading specialist provider, renowned for its commitment to sustainability and excellence in landbased education. As the sole landbased provider within a 40-mile radius, the college’s vision is to lead the green revolution and further develop their specialised provision for a greener future.

Our client is seeking an outstanding Executive Director of Finance to join their executive leadership team. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy of the College, ensuring robust financial management and supporting their transformative journey towards becoming a truly outstanding organisation.

Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining financial stability, driving operational effectiveness and supporting the delivery of our client’s academic and strategic priorities.

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified finance professional with proven senior leadership experience, ideally within the education or wider public sector. You will demonstrate strong financial acumen, strategic vision and the ability to foster partnerships and collaborations. Excellent communication skills and a track record in financial planning, risk management and audit oversight are essential.

Our client has appointed FE Associates to support them with this important appointment. Prior to submitting an application, interested parties are advised to arrange an initial conversation by emailing [e-mail], to discuss the role before the closing date.

Closing date: 9am on Thursday 27 November 2025

Interview date: Friday 12 December 2025