Head of MIS

Rise Technical Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 62,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed educational institution in Plymouth is seeking a Head of MIS to lead the management information function. This role focuses on ensuring data quality, reporting accuracy, and developing analytics to support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate should possess strong experience in data management and reporting, knowledge of MIS systems, and ideally experience with Power BI. This position offers a supportive work culture, aimed at innovation and professional development.

Benefits

Up to 62,000 salary

45 days holiday

Fantastic Pension Scheme

Many other benefits

Qualifications

• Experience within a Data management role, ideally with MIS.
• Strong data and analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present information.
• Logical, organised, and able to manage complex information.

Responsibilities

• Lead the MIS function ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Develop reporting, analytics, and KPI frameworks.
• Manage and support the MIS team and service delivery.

Skills

Data management expertise

Strong analytical skills

Knowledge of funding and reporting

Experience with Power BI

Logical problem-solving

Tools

Power BI

MIS systems

Job description

Head of MIS

Plymouth

Up to 62,000 + 45 days holiday + Fantastic Pension Scheme + Many Other Benefits

Are you an experienced Data / MIS professional looking to step into a high impact leadership role within a forward‑thinking FE college?

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a modern, well‑supported MIS department that is central to the college's strategic goals.

The college is investing heavily in MIS and data, including the recruitment of additional analysts and the development of improved reporting tools. You will have full support from senior leaders, including direct guidance from a manager who has held this role previously and understands the challenges and opportunities. This is a highly collaborative environment that values innovation, professional development and a healthy work life balance.

In this role you will lead the management information function, driving data quality, reporting accuracy and the development of analytics across the college. You will work closely with senior leaders to shape KPI reporting and ensure timely, compliant and high‑quality information to support decision making. You will also manage and develop the MIS team, ensuring they have clear direction, strong processes and the tools they need to succeed.

The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in MIS, funding, data reporting and problem solving. Knowledge of systems such as Pro Solutions and experience with Power BI or similar tools would be highly beneficial. You will be confident working with complex information, applying logic to solve problems and leading a team to deliver accurate and timely data.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a values‑driven college with excellent investment in people, clear strategic goals and a supportive culture built on respect, ownership and integrity.

The Role

• Leading the MIS function and ensuring accurate, compliant and timely information across the college
• Developing reporting, analytics and KPI frameworks including support for Power BI migration
• Managing and supporting the MIS team and ensuring strong processes and service delivery
• Overseeing funding, audit and eligibility compliance
• Working closely with senior leaders to support strategic decision making

The Person

• Experience within a Data management role and ideal with a MIS.
• Knowledge of funding, reporting, audit. Education experience beneficial.
• Strong data and analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present information
• Experience with MIS systems, data tools or reporting software such as Power BI
• Logical, organised and able to manage complex information and prioritise effectively
• Based within a commutable distance of Plymouth or open to relocation