Director of Finance and Operations
Salary: up to £80k depending on experience
Our client is a world-leading centre for dance education, in association with Birmingham Royal Ballet. It is guided by strong and compassionate leadership, a clear vision and ambitious goals for the future.
They are seek a Director of Finance and Operations to help shape the next chapter of their story, delivering Elmhurst’s vision in a challenging financial climate. They will lead on financial strategy, operational excellence, compliance and innovation to ensure their school is sustainable, safe and future-ready.
In this pivotal role, you will:
1. Partner with the Principal to deliver our client’s vision.
2. Attend and report to the Board and its subcommittees, contributing to strategic governance and decision-making.
3. Deliver operational excellence and be alert for income generation opportunities.
4. Be a visible and valued part of their close-knit community, engaging directly with students through initiatives like the Food Sub-Council and supporting families through bursary processes.
5. See the tangible impact of your work, creating a home-from-home for boarding students, enabling joyful, healthy lives through well-run operations and being part of a platform that launches many young dancers’ careers.
6. Bring ideas, rigour, an eye for detail and a collaborative spirit to a ...