Director of Finance & Procurement

North East Surrey College of Technology (NESCOT)

Director of Finance & Procurement

Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 per annum

Location: Ewell, Epsom (Surrey) | Full Time, Permanent



Nescot is entering a new phase of strategic development and finance will play a central role in shaping what comes next.

We're working exclusively to support the appointment of a Director of Finance & Procurement, a key leadership role responsible for developing and delivering a financial and procurement strategy that underpins growth, sustainability and long-term impact.

This is an opportunity to combine strategic influence with operational leadership in a values-driven organisation.

The Opportunity

Set across a 60-acre campus in Ewell, Nescot is a well-established and ambitious Further Education college. Recently graded Good by Ofsted across all areas and named Surrey Employer of the Year 2024, the College has a strong foundation and clear plans for the future.

As Director of Finance & Procurement, you'll lead a multi-disciplinary function spanning finance, funding, procurement, and compliance ensuring the College is financially resilient, operationally robust and well positioned to invest in its learners, staff, and wider community.

You'll take ownership of:

· Developing a long-term financial strategy, including treasury management and investment planning

· Leading an effective, compliant and customer-focused finance and procurement function

· Ensuring alignment with key frameworks including Managing Public Money, funding body requirements and the Procurement Act 2023

· Providing clear, insightful financial advice to senior leaders and governors

· Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, statutory accounts and financial reporting

· Driving value for money, commercial thinking and continuous improvement

· Leading on audit, risk management and financial compliance




Who We're Looking For

You'll be a qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) with experience operating at a senior level within a complex organisation.

You might already be working in education or the public sector but we're equally open to candidates from commercial or wider regulated environments who are motivated by purpose and interested in bringing their expertise into Further Education.

What matters is your ability to:

· Lead and deliver strategic financial planning and organisational insight

· Operate effectively within a regulated, compliance-driven environment

· Oversee procurement, contract management and value-for-money delivery

· Communicate complex financial information with clarity and credibility

· Build and develop high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams

· Influence senior stakeholders and support evidence-based decision making




Experience of FE funding is helpful, but not essential as the College will support sector transition for the right individual.

Why Nescot?

Alongside the opportunity to shape a critical function within a forward-thinking organisation, you'll benefit from:

· On-site gym, sports hall, fitness classes, osteopathy and day nursery

· Discounted on-site facilities including Starbucks and hair & beauty salon

· Free online qualifications

· 5-minute walk from Ewell East Station

· Free on-site parking




More importantly, you'll be joining a college with a strong commitment to inclusion, development and community impact, where finance plays a visible and valued role in enabling success.

Additional Information

Nescot is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

How to apply

We are partnering exclusively with Will Worthington, Business Director at Morgan Hunt.

Please call on 07884 696 980 for further information.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.