Funding Compliance Specialist

Staffordshire based Compliance/Funding Specialist – on the market now with availability to start a new role from June 2025  £50k+  Hybrid/Remote/NorthWest/NorthEast. Open to FTC/Permanent roles 

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A highly experienced professional, my candidate has demonstrated extensive expertise in Apprenticeship and Further Education funding, quality assurance, audit, and management information. With substantial experience in strategic leadership and team building, they have successfully led MI, Funding, and Assurance teams and played a pivotal role in securing compliance with Ofqual and ESFA standards. Recent roles have included membership in the Senior Leadership Team at an End-point Assessment organisation and Training Providers, in addition to serving as a Governor of a college, showcasing their commitment to educational excellence and governance.

They stand out with their strategic accomplishments, such as leading successful Ofqual expansion applications and maintaining funding compliance across large teams and complex projects. Their proficiency in mitigating risks, managing funding audits, and ensuring compliance with Ofqual and Department for Education requirements, bolstered by a qualification as a PINS Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist, highlights their dedication to integrity and quality. Their capability in data management, policy development, and training underscores their value as a strategic leader in the education sector.

Through various senior roles, including Director of Compliance and Director of Apprenticeship Quality, Compliance & Funding, they have successfully handled funding assurance for thousands of apprentices, reduced subcontractor numbers while maintaining service quality, and supported substantial organisational growth. Their experience encompasses managing both internal and external audits, strategically minimising risks, and maximising funding opportunities. Notably, they have reduced errors in ESFA audits significantly, showcasing their analytical skills and attention to detail. They continue to practically manage ILR and funding through consultancy work with a training provider.

Skills

Strategic Leadership, Risk Management, Compliance Management, Internal Control, External Auditing, Internal Audit, Due Diligence, Risk Analysis, Senior Management, Performance Management, Management, Team Leading, Reporting, Data Analysis, Report Presentation, Single Point of Contact, Client Meeting, Performance Appraisal, Succession Planning, Technical Training