Head of Futures

Education for Industry Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Greater London is seeking a Head of Futures to lead the Careers and Enrichment team. The role involves developing initiatives to enhance graduate outcomes and industry engagement. Key responsibilities include shaping employability agendas, driving impactful educational initiatives, and collaborating with senior leadership. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in relevant fields, a specialist qualification, and strong leadership skills. This full-time position offers a salary between £48,150 and £54,150 per annum, along with generous benefits.

Benefits

Funded Professional Qualifications

Generous and Flexible Leave Options

Market-Leading Family-Friendly Pay

Monthly Wellbeing Allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in enrichment, careers, employability, or HR within Fashion Retail, Design, or Beauty.
• Proven ability to influence policy and enhance student outcomes.
• Commitment to continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Careers and Enrichment service to enhance graduate outcomes.
• Shape employability agendas aligned with EFI Group's goals.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on policy and growth.

Skills

Team management

Strategic leadership

Building trust

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Specialist qualification in related subject area

Job description

Head of Futures

Education for Industry Group | Full‑Time | Permanent | FRA and EFI Training Academy: Electra House – London, Moorgate EC2M 6SE and LCBT Academy: 3‑5 Fashion Street, London, E1 6PX

About EFI Group

EFI Group has a bold mission to transform lives, careers and industries through pioneering, industry‑led education in fashion, beauty and apprenticeships. Our vision is to deliver exceptional learning experiences, driven by innovation, inclusion, employability, and excellence.

About the role

Lead the Future of Careers & Enrichment at EFI Group!

Join EFI Group as a key leader in driving the success of the Futures and Careers team. In this critical role, you’ll oversee the development and management of our Careers and Enrichment service, enhancing graduate outcomes and industry engagement for both Further Education and Higher Education students.

You’ll strategically shape employability agendas, ensuring alignment with EFI Group’s goals, while driving impactful careers education initiatives and industry placements. Collaborating with senior leadership, you’ll influence policy and contribute to the progression of our students and institutional growth.

About you

• Qualifications: Specialist qualification in related subject area or equivalent experience and commitment to CPD.
• Experience: Experience in enrichment, careers, employability, recruitment or HR within the Fashion Retail, Design or Beauty Management industries, or another comparable sector.
• Expertise: Proven team management and strategic leadership experience with expertise in strategic planning and operational management.
• Skills: Ability to build trust quickly and establish effective working relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

If you feel your skills and experience would fit well within our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply or get in touch with our Recruitment Team to discuss further.

Why The EFI?

• Funded Professional Qualifications: Support for personal and professional development, including a personal growth allowance and annual CPD.
• Generous and Flexible Leave Options: Including an around‑the‑world trip after five years of service.
• Market‑Leading Family‑Friendly Pay: Including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave.
• Monthly Wellbeing Allowance: Including a customisable monthly wellbeing allowance, and funded counselling/CBT through the Education Support Employee Assistant Programme.

Salary: From £48,150 to £54,150 per annum, subject to qualifications and experience.

How to apply / Next Steps

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Closing Date

8am on Tuesday 13 January 2026.

Interviews / Recruitment Day

Thursday 22 and Friday 23 January, in‑person at FRA Academy: Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE.

For more information about the EFI Group, visit the EFI, FRA and LCBT websites and refer to the job description.

Please contact [e-mail] for further information.

The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer. Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.