Head Of Performance, Planning & Analytics

<p>Head of Performance, Planning and Analytics</p><p>Location: Nantwich, CheshireSalary: £51K- £62K</p><p>An experienced and strategic Head of Funding, Planning and Performance is required for our education client to play a key leadership role in shaping the organisation's future. This is a high-impact position responsible for maximising funding opportunities, driving organisational planning, and delivering robust performance management frameworks.</p><p>Reporting to senior leadership, you will ensure financial sustainability, regulatory compliance, and data-driven decision-making across the business. </p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead the MIS function.</li><li>Lead the funding strategy, ensuring accurate returns, compliance with funding body requirements, and optimisation of income.</li><li>Oversee strategic planning and performance management, translating organisational goals into measurable outcomes.</li><li>Manage and develop frameworks for data analysis, forecasting, and reporting to support evidence-based decision-making.</li><li>Provide expert insight and assurance to senior leaders, and external stakeholders.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory, audit, and assurance frameworks.</li><li>Lead, develop, and motivate a high-performing team.</li></ul><p>Experience required:</p><ul><li>You will be a confident and analytical leader with a strong track record in funding, planning, and performance management, ideally within education or a similarly regulated environment.</li><li>Proven experience in funding, planning, performance, or financial strategy</li><li>Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to interpret and present complex data clearly</li><li>Experience working with senior stakeholders and influencing strategic decisions</li><li>Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills</li><li>A detail-focused, proactive, and solutions-driven approach</li></ul><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?kvKO%2fmG%2frVpAhhwCy%2fC595y5S3BFe7FEg" width="0" height="0" />