Head of Student Finance and Income
59 Days Old
Overview
Head of Fees and Income – Department: Finance – Location: London, Greenford – Type of Contract: Permanent (On-Site). Our vision is to change lives through education. This dynamic role leads the charge in managing tuition fees, billing, and income collection across the institution, driving financial sustainability, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering a seamless experience for students and staff.
What You’ll Be Doing
Leading the strategic development of tuition fee policies and payment plans
Overseeing student billing, income collection, and debt recovery processes
Ensuring compliance with UK regulations (CMA, SLC, OfS, etc.)
Collaborating across departments to enhance the student journey
Managing a high‑performing team focused on service excellence
Providing insights and reports to senior leadership and governing bodies
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience in student finance within higher education or a similar environment
Strong knowledge of UK tuition fee structures and funding models
Excellent financial acumen and experience with financial systems and reporting tools; strong leadership and team management skills
Exceptional communication skills and stakeholder engagement abilities
Demonstrable ability to develop and implement fee policies and procedures aligned with strategic goals
Experience in managing debt recovery processes and improving income collection efficiency
Proficiency in data analysis and income forecasting to support financial planning
Knowledge of compliance requirements related to CMA, SLC, OfS, and student finance; ability to work collaboratively across departments and influence senior stakeholders
Desirable
Experience in private higher education
Professional finance qualifications (e.g., ACCA, CIMA)
Your Impact
Drive accurate income forecasting and reporting
Improve billing efficiency and debt recovery outcomes
Enhance student satisfaction through clear, responsive fee management
Support institutional financial health and strategic planning
What We Offer
25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays
1 extra day of leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
Workplace pension scheme
Tuition reimbursement for career development courses
Flexible benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme, and more
Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre, and more
Reward and recognition programme
£500 award employee referral scheme
Discretionary annual performance bonus
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- Location:
- Forest Hill
- Job Type:
- FullTime