Head of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

We are hiring for the full-time, permanent role of Head of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) to join The University of Law. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement (1 day per week in Woking or London office).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of 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 refine financial planning models and scenario tools, aligned to the five-year business plan
• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing FP&A team, enabling strong business partnering, modelling, analysis, and communication
• Act as lead Finance Business Partner to key executive stakeholders, delivering insight to the Vice-Chancellor & CEO, the CFO, and their senior teams

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with significant PQE
• Proven leadership of an FP&A or strategic finance function in a complex organisation
• Experience supporting Executive-level strategic decision-making
• Strong understanding of strategic financial management and investment appraisal
• Strategic and forward-thinking with strong attention to detail and judgement
• Resilient, adaptable and energized by ambiguity and complexity

Please note: applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 23 September 2025 (midnight).

Why join us?

Salary: £85,000 - £90,000. Benefits include 30 days annual leave (+ bank holidays) and a rewards package including:

• Private Medical Scheme and Life Assurance
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Training and Qualifications (including Course Sponsorship/Fee Discount)
• Season Ticket Loans and Student Discounts

At The University of Law, you will work with professionals passionate about driving innovation in higher education and delivering successful outcomes for our students.

Be part of a diverse and inclusive community

We are committed to ensuring our workforce reflects our diverse student population. We actively seek to increase representation across all backgrounds and identities, and we provide support and adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

For more information, contact talentacquisition@law.ac.uk.

Please note: You must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK. DBS checks may apply to some posts.