Eastern Education Group
Eastern Education Group is one of the largest and most ambitious education organisations in the East of England, bringing together colleges, schools, specialist provision and training organisations to create life‑changing opportunities for learners of all ages.
Job Details
* Address: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 3RL
* Salary: Competitive Salary
* Hours: Full Time
* Contract: Permanent
* Reference: 5084
Job Summary & Role
Chief Financial Officer – a strategic executive leader who will work closely with the CEO, Board and Executive Team to deliver the financial, estates, procurement and capital development strategies of the group.
Responsibilities
* Provide strategic financial leadership across Eastern Education Group
* Develop and deliver a sustainable long‑term financial strategy
* Lead the group’s estates, capital projects and procurement functions
* Identify and secure capital funding and investment opportunities
* Support organisational growth, innovation and transformation
* Work collaboratively with the Board and Executive Team to shape strategic decision making
* Ensure robust governance, compliance and risk management arrangements
* Drive value for money and operational excellence across the organisation
Qualifications & Experience
* A strong track record of senior financial leadership within a large and complex organisation
* Significant experience operating at Board and Executive level
* The ability to lead beyond finance and contribute to wider organisational strategy
* Experience of estates, capital programmes, procurement or major infrastructure projects
* Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking skills
* Outstanding leadership, influencing and stakeholder management capabilities
* A passion for delivering positive outcomes through education and public service
* Experience within education, the public sector, regulated environments or similarly complex organisations would be highly advantageous
What You’ll Get
This is a unique opportunity to join an ambitious and growing organisation at a pivotal point in its development. You will have the opportunity to influence strategy at the highest level, lead significant transformation and investment programmes, and help shape the future of education across the communities we serve.
Closing date: 22 June 2026
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