Strategic MIS Leader: Data, Funding & Compliance

East Surrey College; Redhill; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension schemes

Excellent holiday package

Free onsite parking

Fully equipped gym access

Spa and Salon discounts

Job summary

Orbital South Colleges Group is seeking a Head of MIS to lead the strategic development of Management Information Services across the College Group. You will ensure data accuracy, governance and regulatory reporting to support funding optimisation and learner outcomes.

You will lead the MIS team, manage ILR compliance and drive quality improvements, working with Finance, Curriculum, and stakeholders. A degree in a related discipline is desirable and Senior FE experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Significant MIS leadership experience within Further Education.
• Expert knowledge of ILR funding rules and compliance.
• Strong understanding of FE funding, data quality and audit requirements.
• Excellent leadership, analytical and stakeholder management skills.
• Degree / HND in a Business or IT related discipline is desirable.
• Maths & English GCSE / Level 2 equivalent (achieved or willing to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the MIS team and services.
• Ensure accurate and compliant ILR submissions and learner data.
• Oversee compliance with DfE, ESFA, GLA, Surrey Council and OfS requirements.
• Drive data quality, reporting and continuous improvement.
• Support curriculum planning, performance monitoring and funding optimisation.
• Lead audit readiness and manage funding and compliance risks.

Skills

MIS leadership

ILR compliance

FE funding knowledge

Data governance

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Degree / HND in Business or IT related discipline

Job description

Orbital South Colleges Group is seeking a Head of MIS to lead the strategic development of Management Information Services across the College Group. You will ensure data accuracy, governance and regulatory reporting to support funding optimisation and learner outcomes.

You will lead the MIS team, manage ILR compliance and drive quality improvements, working with Finance, Curriculum, and stakeholders. A degree in a related discipline is desirable and Senior FE experience is expected.