Head of Fees & Student Finance – Strategy & Billing

Gbs Uk; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Fees and Income to manage tuition fees, billing, and income collection. You will ensure financial sustainability, regulatory compliance, and enhance student experience while collaborating with various departments. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in student finance and strong leadership skills. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement for career development courses

Flexible benefits: Cycle to Work, Nursery, Techscheme

Discounts platform and wellbeing centre

Reward and recognition programme

£500 award employee referral scheme

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in student finance within higher education or a similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK tuition fee structures and funding models.
• Excellent financial acumen and experience with financial systems and reporting tools.
• Exceptional communication skills and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Demonstrable ability to develop and implement fee policies aligned with strategic goals.

Responsibilities

• Leading the strategic development of tuition fee policies and payment plans.
• Overseeing student billing, income collection, and debt recovery processes.
• Collaborating across departments to enhance the student journey.
• Providing insights and reports to senior leadership and governing bodies.
• Managing a high-performing team with a focus on service excellence.

Skills

Experience in student finance

Knowledge of UK tuition fee structures

Financial acumen

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Income forecasting

Debt recovery management

Education

Professional finance qualifications (e.g., ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Fees and Income to manage tuition fees, billing, and income collection. You will ensure financial sustainability, regulatory compliance, and enhance student experience while collaborating with various departments. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in student finance and strong leadership skills. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including annual leave and a pension scheme.