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Job Title: Investment Case LeadLocation: Manchester City Centre | Hybrid (2 days per week)Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-FridaySalary: £45,000-£60,000 per annum (dependent on experience)Contract: Permanent | Full TimeUK applicants only | No sponsorship
At Outcomes First Group, we reimagining work/life balance. As part of our 4-Day Working Week trial (4DWW), you’ll work fewer hours for the same pay*, in a culture recognised six years running as a ‘Great Place to Work’. We’re the UK’s largest independent provider of high-quality special needs education, empowering every child to thrive through personalised learning and opportunity.
About the Role
As an Investment Case Lead, you will take ownership of the development, coordination, and quality assurance of investment cases presented for approval. This is a hands-on, structured role where you will ensure investment submissions are clear, consistent, and decision-ready, working closely with stakeholders across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end delivery of investment case documents from concept through to submission
- Coordinate inputs from Finance, Operations, Education, Estates, Legal, and Risk teams
- Ensure all materials meet agreed templates, standards, and governance requirements
- Prepare papers for investment and funding committees
- Manage feedback cycles and refine submissions accordingly
- Track pipeline progress, deadlines, and dependencies across multiple cases
- Maintain documentation records for transparency and auditability
- Support continuous improvement of templates, processes, and frameworks
You will have
- Experience developing or coordinating business cases, investment cases, or similar submissions
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Experience working with financial data and collaborating with finance teams
- Excellent written communication skills for senior-level documentation
- Ability to work within structured governance frameworks
- Strong stakeholder coordination and relationship management skills
- Experience with investment committees or governance forums
- Background in education, healthcare, or regulated sectors
- Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Strategy, or related field
- Postgraduate or professional qualifications
Why Join Us
Outcomes First Group is a leading provider of specialist education across the UK, committed to delivering life-changing outcomes for children and young people. Joining our central functions means playing a vital role in shaping strategic investment decisions and ensuring resources are deployed effectively to maximise impact and quality across the group.
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with flexible contribution options
- Enhanced family leave policies
- Flexible benefits including Cycle to Work and Electric Car Scheme
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
4DWW is applicable after successful completion of 6 months probation period.
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