The Role

Permanent or Fixed Term Contract 

London Business School require a new Director, Commercial, Finance & Legal to lead an engaged and high performing team within our Executive Education department.

You and your team will provide support to the business on all legal and contractual matters, as well as all finance and commercial matters.

This is a varied role that will assist in supporting Executive Education achieve the goals and objectives that are in line with the School’s strategy.

Main Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of a strategy for Executive Education and own function to enable the realisation of the London Business School vision.  
• Partner with relevant areas both within Executive Education and cross-School to understand their strategic goals and provide subject matter expertise to support and facilitate effective decision-making.  
• Ensure compliance of Executive Education colleagues with all external and internal (School and Executive Education) policies and regulations. 
• Define the legal and commercial framework for Executive Education and ensure it is updated regularly, supporting the competitiveness of the business. 
• Collaborate with the School’s Finance team to develop and agree budgets for Executive Education, manage and monitor outcomes to ensure that resources are appropriately deployed and ensure that financial targets are met.  

Who we are looking for

• Proven financial management skills and commercial acumen. 
• Excellent communicating and influencing skills, with the ability to negotiate, collaborate and influence.  
• Experience of managing internal relationships at all levels.  
• Experienced and building and leading high performing teams. 
• Demonstrable credibility and a network of contacts in area of expertise.  
• Subject matter expert in legislation, policies, tools or systems applicable to own area of specialism.  
• Project or change management certification and experience in leading and implementing complex business change solutions.  
• Broad understanding of each of London Business School’s activities and offerings.  
• Ability to scan the horizon, identify industry best practice and translate this into future planning for own area of specialism.  

Why London Business School

London Business School; a global and vibrant business community based in two of the world’s most dynamic cities, London and Dubai. It’s where extraordinary minds and diverse perspectives connect, to have a profound impact on the way the world does business and the way business impacts the world. We offer best in class hybrid learning to our students and participants, whilst creating a flexible, supportive and dynamic working environment for our people to excel in, whatever their location. 

What you can expect from us

• Generous annual leave of 27 days PLUS extra between Christmas and New Year!
• Generous pension package, 14.5% employer contribution (in return for employee enrolment and contribution)
• Free onsite gym and swimming pool
• Amazing range of professional development to support your career path
• Enhanced cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental and financial health
• Up to 5 days paid emergency leave for staff who have caring responsibilities for a family member, dependent or friend who is ill.

All enjoyed in a Smart (hybrid) Working environment so we’re looking forward to discussing how, where and when you might work best to deliver in your new role.

Our commitment to driving inclusion and belonging 

We are a globally reaching institution, committed to creating tangible and sustainable change in driving inclusion & belonging within our School, education and society at large.  We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone in our community feels they belong and thrive. This is a key school priority, and we want everyone who joins LBS to feel respected, welcomed, and heard. 

Candidates needing sponsorship should assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship by evaluating their circumstances against the relevant criteria before applying

Please note we start screening CVs and interviewing candidates from the start of a campaign. A successful candidate could progress to offer before the advertised closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible if you are interested in any roles.

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