We are currently looking for a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) to join our Finance department. This is a full-time, permanent position, working on a hybrid basis (1 day per week in Woking or London office)
As our Head of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), you will be one of our senior finance leaders, accountable for delivering high-impact financial insight, planning rigour and strategic modelling across the University. The role combines strong technical expertise, strategic foresight, and team leadership to drive effective decision-making at Executive level.
The ideal candidate will be able to lead the FP&A function in shaping and delivering financial strategies aligned to institutional goals. You will be responsible for the University’s core planning, forecasting, and evaluation cycles, provide high-quality financial insight to support the CFO and VC&CEO, and ensure robust stewardship of resource allocation and investment decisions.

As our Head of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), you will:

• Lead the design and execution of the University’s budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning cycles, ensuring alignment with strategic and operational priorities
• Oversee delivery of timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting, driving performance conversations at Executive and leadership level
• Own and continuously refine the University’s financial planning models and scenario tools, ensuring they are fit-for-purpose, transparent, and aligned to the five-year business plan
• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing FP&A team, ensuring excellence in business partnering, modelling, analysis, and communication
• Act as lead Finance Business Partner to key executive stakeholders, delivering insight and support to the Vice-Chancellor & CEO, the CFO, and their senior teams

Please refer the Job description for details