Interim Director of Planning, London University

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Interim Director of Planning, London University
Reference:AQ3324
Specialisms:Education, Higher Education, Housing
Date posted:18th August 2025

Anderson Quigley is delighted to be working with a London based university who are looking to appoint an interim Director of Planning.

Overview

The Planning function plays a critical role in shaping strategic decision-making, providing insight through data, and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

Your main areas of focus will be:

  • To manage and develop a high performing team – providing supportive advice and leadership to improve delivery.
  • Overseeing student number planning and ensuring accurate forecasting.
  • Leading business intelligence and the production of dashboards to inform decision-making
  • Managing statutory reporting obligations and ensuring timely, accurate submissions to external bodies such HESA and the OfS.

Your role will also be to support the Chief Information Officer.

It would be essential for the successful candidate to have extensive experience in higher education planning, strong data and analytical expertise, and proven ability to lead teams and engage with senior leaders in a complex environment.

The contract length is 6 months with hybrid working.

Please contact Az Ahmed if you would like to know more.

Any questions?

If you have any questions about your application, please get in touch.

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