| Reference: | AQ3728 |
| Specialisms: | Education, Technology |
| Date posted: | 17th September 2026 |
| Closing date: | 19th October 2026 |
New City College
Group Director, Strategic Projects & Business Improvement
Salary: £85,000 – £90,000
Location: London
New City College is one of the largest and most successful further education college groups in the UK, serving communities across east London and south Essex. With more than 11,000 young people and 16,000 adult learners, a turnover of £151m, an Outstanding Ofsted judgement and strong financial health, we are committed to transforming lives through education, skills and opportunity.
As we continue to deliver our ambitious Strategic Intent, we are seeking an outstanding individual for a key leadership role: Group Director, Strategic Projects & Business Improvement. Reporting to the Group Principal and CEO, this role will lead the transformation of college systems and processes to the benefit of our students and staff.
The Group Director, Strategic Projects & Business Improvement will lead a portfolio of transformational projects and business improvement initiatives across the College. Championing and embedding a culture of continuous improvement, the postholder will work with colleagues across all departments to simplify processes, deliver efficiencies and drive sustainable change that supports our long-term strategic ambitions.
We are looking for a skilled, resilient and values-driven leader with the vision, credibility and leadership skills to inspire others and make a lasting impact. With your expertise in organisational transformation, you will lead a team of business analysts and project managers to deliver strategic projects.
This is a rare role in the further education sector and an opportunity to contribute to the leadership of a respected and ambitious college group.
Please visit our dedicated microsite, Group Director microsite where you will find further information about this opportunity and details of how to apply. For an informal and confidential discussion, please contact our advising consultants, Paul Aristides or Elyse Turner-Pearce at Anderson Quigley at elyse.turner-pearce@andersonquigley.com
New City College is committed to building a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, reflecting the communities we serve.
Closing date: 19 October 2026
If you have any questions about your application, please get in touch.
