Head of Student Finance and Income
Join GEDU Global Education as the Head of Student Finance and Income. This permanent, on‑site role is based in London, Greenford, and is part of the Finance Department.
Our Vision: Changing lives through education.
Role Overview
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for financial excellence and student experience? We’re looking for a dynamic Head of Fees and Income to lead the charge in managing tuition fees, billing, and income collection across our institution. In this pivotal role, you’ll drive financial sustainability, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver a seamless experience for students and staff alike. You’ll work closely with senior leadership, academic departments, and external partners to optimise income streams and support our long‑term goals.
Responsibilities
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 with a focus on service excellence
Providing insights and reports to senior leadership and governing bodies
Qualifications
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‑day extra 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 employee referral award
Discretionary annual performance bonus
Testimonial
One of my proudest achievements at GBS is being part of the Admissions department’s growth and improvement. Over the past three years, I’ve seen the team expand from 30 to 90 employees. Being involved in shaping processes and ensuring admissions are robust and high‑quality has been incredibly rewarding. It’s exciting to see how much we’ve accomplished as a team and how far we’ve come. — Barbara Vargas (Professional Services Employee)
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