Associate Director, Schools

Stonehaven Global Holdings (SHGH)

. Help lead and grow PF Global’s Schools Team .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomSenior💰 £62,000 - £75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong expertise in schools policy and the English school system, with the ability to lead complex research projects and provide strategic advice to senior stakeholders. Proven skills in writing, analysis, and relationship-building with clients and policymakers are essential.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Schools Policy ExpertiseProject ManagementQuantitative and Qualitative AnalysisStakeholder EngagementBusiness Development

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Hard Skills

Research DesignPolicy Proposal DevelopmentReport WritingData InterpretationAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

CommunicationLeadershipRelationship BuildingAttention to DetailIntellectual Curiosity

Industry Keywords

English School SystemMulti-Academy TrustThink TankRegulatorConsultancy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Help lead and grow PF Global’s Schools Team
Lead major research and policy projects from initial brief through publication and engagement
Set project direction, coordinate colleagues and ensure work is rigorous, useful and delivered on time
Frame research questions and work with research specialists to design appropriate approaches
Lead research activities and interpret quantitative and qualitative findings
Turn evidence into clear and credible policy proposals
Write and edit reports, briefings and recommendations
Advise senior clients and provide strategic advice
Build trusted relationships with clients, policymakers and school leaders
Develop engagement plans and present findings
Lead discussions with senior stakeholders and represent PF Global at meetings and events
Manage and develop colleagues, delegate effectively and provide constructive feedback
Identify important questions and new business opportunities
Build relationships with prospective clients and contribute to proposals and pitches
Develop projects with clear objectives, realistic budgets and achievable plans
Manage several projects at different stages while responding to changing priorities and meeting tight deadlines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Substantial relevant experience
Strong understanding of schools policy
Strong knowledge of the English school system
Understanding of major policy debates and practical realities facing schools, trusts, staff and families
Intellectual curiosity and independent judgement
Excellent writing and analytical skills
Ability to interpret quantitative and qualitative evidence and recognise its limitations
Ability to lead complex projects, manage competing demands and maintain attention to detail
Ability to communicate clearly and build credibility with senior stakeholders
Ability to lead discussions with senior clients, policymakers or school leaders
Ability to manage, support and develop colleagues
Ability to identify business opportunities and contribute to proposals and pitches
Experience in government, Parliament, a multi-academy trust, charity or foundation, think tank, regulator, research or consultancy is relevant
Previous experience of winning work is welcome

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus programme
5% pension contribution
25 days annual leave
Private healthcare
Hybrid working model with a mix of home and office working
Family-friendly working environment
Opportunities to lead high profile work
Support from colleagues with deep research, policy and political expertise
Direct contact with senior clients and policymakers
Career development opportunities