Contemporary Finance and Business Leader: Management Experience and Financial Expertise for this High Performing School
The Brief
For more than ten years Future Leadership has enjoyed a continuing relationship with this high performing independent School. Through the appointment of a number of senior leadership positions including Deputy Headmaster/Head of Senior School, Director of Human Resources and Head of Middle School), Future Leadership has developed a deep and thorough knowledge of the school and it’s imperatives.
Following the announced retirement of the incumbent after over twenty of service the school once again sought to partner with Future Leadership to appoint a Director of Business & Finance. The school sought a contemporary leader who demonstrated broad management experience and strong financial skills.
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Candidates supported every year
We maintain genuine relationships with past candidates and continue to support them with leadership solutions long term, after they land their role.
Senior Women Appointed since 2002
Over half of the executive search assignments undertaken by our team have resulted in the appointment of outstanding female or LGBTQI+ leaders to high profile roles.
Candidate Retention Rate for 12 months since 2002
Our thorough briefing process and ability to engage passive candidates mean that we go to great lengths to find the right person for the role – long term!
The Process
Led by a senior consultant, the Future Leadership team conducted a detailed briefing with the Principal and Director of Human Resources, followed up by meetings with the Chair of the School Council and another Council member, in addition to the incumbent.
The briefing highlighted the particular nuances of the position and the ideal candidate, including the need for the appointee to adapt prior experience to the school environment and be values aligned with the school and its broader purpose. The consulting and research team reached out to known referral partners and potential candidates in the Future Leadership network, engaging with approximately 70 individuals to gain their recommendations or pursue potential interest. The search process was supported by a print and online advertising campaign. Future Leadership actively managed the panel interview process, providing all supporting documentation, and conducted full 360 degree reference checks on the preferred candidate.
Emerging Capabilities
Mangerial Finance
Skilled in financial analysis, budgeting, and strategic planning to optimise resources and drive informed business decisions.
Accounting Standards
Accounting standards are the guidelines and principles that govern the preparation and presentation of financial statements, ensuring consistency, transparency, and accuracy across financial reporting.
Financial Statements
Financial statements provide a comprehensive overview of an organisation's financial performance and position, including the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.
Financial Analysis
Financial analysis involves evaluating financial statements and other data to assess an organisation's performance, identify trends, and support decision-making processes.
Management Accounting
Management accounting focuses on providing financial information and analysis to support internal management decisions, including cost control, budgeting, and performance evaluation.
The Outcome
A successful appointment was confirmed with the selection committing noting not only the appointee’s achievements so far, but also for their strong values, work ethic and professionalism.
Incoming Director Business & Finance, July 2022
From role advertisement to appointment Liz Jones and the team at Future Leadership have demonstrated professionalism and integrity throughout. Their communication and service levels, provided a great overall candidate experience. I would highly recommend them to clients and or candidates seeking out recruitment services.
