London South Bank University (LSBU) Group – Head of Financial Planning & Finance Business Partnering (SBC/A)

Salary

Competitive

Closing date

9am on Friday 30 October 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a volume of applications be received.

Interview date

To be confirmed

Lead Consultant

Elle.Hurst@fea.co.uk
FE Associates

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Introduction

London South Bank University (LSBU) Group is London’s first integrated tertiary education group, dedicated to learner-centred, skills-focused education. Our network – comprising London South Bank University, South Bank Colleges and South Bank Academies – works to challenge social and economic inequalities through applied education, insight and partnership. We connect potential to opportunity, enabling individuals to thrive and contribute to society. As an employer and skills-led organisation, we deliver excellent teaching that supports future talent and careers in London and beyond.

We are seeking a Head of Financial Planning & Finance Business Partnering to lead our Financial Planning & Business Partnering team as part of the Senior Finance Management team. Reporting to the Group Director of Finance, you will improve financial planning, decision making and control through useful management information, while also providing direct finance business partnering to members of the Executive team.

We are looking for full membership of a professional accountancy body, such as ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent, or demonstrable equivalent knowledge gained through experience, together with a commitment to ongoing continuing professional development to the same level required by professional accountancy bodies. A bachelor’s degree (BA/BSc or equivalent) is also required.

We have appointed FE Associates to support us with this important appointment. Prior to submitting an application, interested parties should arrange a conversation with our recruitment partner, by emailing Elle.Hurst@fea.co.uk, to discuss this opportunity before the closing date. Please connect with Elle Hurst on LinkedIn, or send a link to your LinkedIn profile if possible.

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If you have the very special qualities and the passion to make a real a difference to the future of our students and business, then we would like to hear from you.

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Prior to submitting an application, interested parties should arrange an initial conversation with our FE Associates lead consultant, by emailing  Elle.Hurst@fea.co.uk to discuss the role before the closing date.

Once you have obtained the full information and had an informal discussion with the lead consultant, you must complete the online application form and equality and diversity form by the closing date deadline. Applications received after this time will not be considered.

Key dates for submitting your application:

  • Closing date: 9am on Friday 30 October 2026.  We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a volume of applications be received. 
  • Interview date: To be confirmed
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