Trust Business Manager

Overview

As Trust Business Manager you will support strategic development across multiple schools, partnering with Headteachers and senior leaders to enable sound financial planning and effective use of resources. You will oversee budget management, HR, premises, and health & safety, ensuring compliance with ESFA guidance and Trust policies. You will drive income generation and capital projects while maintaining rigorous financial controls. This role offers a central leadership position within the Trust that shapes school outcomes through prudent financial stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage all accounting procedures for the group of schools
• Lead Integrated Curriculum Financial Planning and strategic staffing/resource planning
• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual budgets/three-year plans
• Oversee procurement, grants, and income generation; liaise with funding bodies
• Manage payroll and HR processes including recruitment and safeguarding records
• Ensure financial controls, audits, and regulatory reporting are in place
• Coordinate with LAB, CFO, CEO, and external auditors; support governance meetings
• Lead on premises, health & safety, and site maintenance in collaboration with estates
• Ensure GDPR/data protection compliance and GIAS maintenance

Key requirements

• leadership
• collaboration
• communication
• financial management
• budgeting and forecasting
• Integrated Curriculum Financial Planning

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