Head, Academy

The Academy is the education and capability arm of this prestigious real estate property developer. We develop learning opportunities for our people and work with external organisations on programmes that meet real business needs. We are looking for a commercially minded leader to guide the Academy’s next stage of growth. This person will shape its programme offerings, build client and industry relationships, strengthen day-to-day operations and raise its profile in the market.

The role offers room to build:

Some foundations are in place, with opportunities to develop new revenue streams and partnerships.

What you will do

• Develop and deliver an annual plan for the Academy, with clear priorities for growth, programme quality and financial performance.

• Identify market needs and turn them into relevant, commercially viable training and development programmes.

• Build relationships with corporate clients, grow existing accounts and lead proposals for new business.

• Develop partnerships with employers, industry bodies, education providers and trainers that create value for learners and commercial opportunities for the Academy.

• Guide programme pricing and budgets, and monitor revenue, costs and margins to support sustainable growth.

• Oversee marketing, events and outreach that strengthen the Academy’s reputation and generate enquiries and enrolments.

• Work with Company Group leaders to understand internal capability needs and deliver programmes that support their teams.

• Lead the Academy team and improve the systems and processes behind a consistent client and learner experience.

• Track and report on the measures that matter, including pipeline, conversion, programme performance, client feedback and financial results.

What we are looking for

• Experience growing a training, education, professional development or related service business.

• A strong record of winning corporate clients and building productive partnerships.

• Sound commercial judgment, including an understanding of pricing, budgets and programme profitability.

• The ability to lead a team, work with senior stakeholders and turn ideas into well-delivered programmes.

• A practical, entrepreneurial approach and the motivation to build something with long-term potential.

Remuneration: Base salary negotiable based on experience, with performance bonus and commercial incentives linked to agreed business results.