Education Advisor

Job title:          Education Advisor   

Contract Term:  Fixed term until 31st July 2018  

Location:  City of London (regular national travel) 

Salary:          Competitive   

The Mercers’ Company is the Premier Livery Company of the City of London with a 700 year history. The Company’s core purpose is Philanthropy and funds its activities from its investments, mainly property in London’s West End and the City.  

The Company wishes to appoint an Education Advisor, who will be the senior educationalist within the Company, responsible for developing the relationship between the Mercers’ Company and the network of 17 Associated Schools and Colleges. They will also act as a trusted advisor on education policy and practice issues, particularly as they relate to school leadership and performance, and relationships with governors. They will also contribute to the developing philanthropy strategy.  

The role will suit someone who has a strong grasp of the current educational landscape, including latest trends and innovation, along with experience of working with school leaders.  The successful candidate would be able to contribute to the vision of the added value The Mercers’ Company can bring to the education sector.    

He/she will be a strong relationship manager and have a demonstrable track record in a relevant leadership role.    

This role is likely to suit a self-starter who would enjoy working together with a team and colleagues to create a new strategy. 

The application process will include a covering letter outlining why you are suitable for the role, salary expectations and a full CV. The successful candidate will be able to work flexibly around the needs of the role and our relationships in Schools and Colleges.   

Closing date for all applications: 31st May 2017  

First interview will be held on either 7th or 9th June and final interview will be on 14th June 2017.