Zen Educate

A leading educational technology firm is seeking a Junior FP&A Analyst in London. This entry-level role offers foundational support to the Financial Planning & Analysis team, focusing on data management and financial forecasting. Candidates should possess a recent Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field and exhibit strong analytical skills, along with proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets. The firm provides mentorship, a competitive salary of £30,000-£35,000, and benefits including 25 days of annual leave and health insurance.

Location: London (Hybrid 2 days per week from home) Salary: £30,000-£35,000 + stock options + benefits Contract: Full-time About The Role This is an entry-level opportunity for a highly motivated and numerate individual to launch their career in finance. As a Junior FP&A Analyst, you will provide essential foundational support to the wider Financial Planning & Analysis team. You'll help a high-growth business with financial forecasting, assist with data management, and prepare reports that inform strategic decision-making across the business. You will report directly to the Head of FP&A, providing you with excellent visibility and mentorship from a senior finance leader. You will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timely delivery of the data that drives our analysis. About Zen Zen Educate is a technology company that matches schools with temporary educator staff. Our mission is to change the world of education recruitment. Schools spend over $9bn a year on temporary educators, with over $2bn per year of that spent on fees that take money out of the education system. By leveraging the latest technology, we purpose built a platform that helps schools to pay less while educators earn more. We want students to have access to the best education possible, and we go the extra mile to find, onboard, match, and coach incredible educators that deeply care about their students. We wake up every day on a mission to care more. We care more about our schools. And we care more about our educators. This is your chance to make a difference and join a high growth tech startup on the ground floor. We are a collaborative company, and the career growth opportunities are endless if you are someone willing to dive in, be entrepreneurial, and do whatever is needed to get the job done. We are passionate about learning and development, and will invest in both your personal and professional growth. We have recently raised our Series B funding of $37mil, the largest round in European EdTech last year. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference and be part of a high growth start-up that is expanding rapidly in the UK and US markets! ️ What this role looks like in practice The Junior FP&A Analyst will focus primarily on supporting the team with data preparation, input, and report generation, offering a strong platform for developing full FP&A competencies. Data Management & Reporting Support: Assist in the collection, organisation, and validation of financial and operational data from various internal systems. Support the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports and KPI dashboards by gathering required data points and ensuring accuracy. Perform data entry tasks related to budgeting and forecasting models under supervision. Financial Analysis Assistance: Conduct basic variance analysis (Actual vs. Budget/Forecast) by compiling the necessary comparison data. Produce summary charts, graphs, and schedules for inclusion in management presentations. Run standard reports from financial software and systems as requested by the team. Process & Systems Learning: Document and maintain financial data procedures to ensure consistency and knowledge transfer. Assist with system updates and data integrity checks across finance tools. Learn how to use and navigate financial reporting systems and BI tools. What we're looking for A recent Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a highly quantitative field. This is an entry-level position, requiring 0-3 years of professional experience. Internships in a relevant finance/data role are beneficial. Analytical thinking and structure: You have strong numerical and analytical aptitude with exceptional attention to detail. You are able to identify and resolve data inconsistencies. Financial modelling capability: You are highly proficient with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, comfortable with vlookup, pivot tables and index match formulae. Commercial judgement: You can look beyond the numbers and apply the current business context, goals and growth levers to analysis, insights and recommendations. Communication: You have excellent verbal and written communication skills, coordinating confidently with internal teams outside of the finance function. Ownership and drive: You have evidence of self-directed problem-solving and demonstrated tenacity. You have a proactive attitude and a strong desire to learn the fundamentals of financial planning. Experience with Python, SQL, data tools, FP&A software and AI solutions is highly beneficial. What's in it for you? Competitive starting salary of £30,000 - £35,000 per annum. 25 days of annual leave that increases with tenure + option to purchase up to 5 additional days per year. Additional benefits include a termly social budget, private health insurance, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme and life insurance. Direct mentorship from the Head of FP&A and excellent exposure to the strategic side of the business, laying the groundwork for a fast-track career in FP&A. Join one of Europe's fastest-growing start-ups as we scale towards Series C, providing extensive career growth opportunities. Hiring Process We like to hire fast and onboard well. Here's what you can expect: Initial HR Screen: Quick screen with our recruiter to cover the basics and align expectations. Intro video call with the hiring manager: In-depth discussion about your experience and motivations, and an opportunity to ask questions about the role. Task & Interview: Modelling and analysis assessment & Interview: This will be split into two sections covering: A debrief of your take-home task focused on your modelling and analysis skills. Behavioural Interview: Focused on your attitude, problem-solving skills, and desire to learn. Apply now or reach out with questions!

An innovative educational platform in London is looking for a key leader to drive commercial success in supporting secondary schools. You will have the autonomy to set targets and execute strategies while collaborating with teams. This role requires prior management experience and a strong understanding of the education sector's challenges. The company offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including health insurance and equity options, all in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Location: Oval, London. 5 days onsite. Type: Full-time Salary: £65-80K OTE If your salary expectations do not meet our banding, please do still apply - salary banding is based on transferable skills, tenure, industry experience, and interview performance What we're building and why Here's the challenge: UK schools spend over £2 billion a year on temporary staff. But £600m of that goes straight into the pockets of recruitment agencies, money that should be going back into classrooms and teachers' pay. So we're doing things differently. Zen Educate is an online platform that gives schools instant access to fully vetted teachers and support staff. Since launching in 2017, we've already saved schools over £30 million, that's gone straight back to where it matters most. We've just closed a $37m Series B (the biggest EdTech round in Europe last year!), and we're scaling fast in the UK and the US . It's an exciting time to join, have a huge impact, and grow alongside us. Looking to make a difference? You'll be joining Zen in a key leadership position. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone looking to apply themselves and make a difference with great responsibility and autonomy to shape the product for years to come. We're still young and you'll play a pivotal role in the growth of the company and team. Responsibilities Responsible for the commercial success of Zen in supporting secondary schools in London. Own commercial output, set targets and execute strategies, build relationships with school leaders and upskill wider teams Collaborate with team leaders across the business, design and execute effective campaigns. Provide line management to Account Managers Increase efficiency of days booked and build strategic relationships with stakeholders Build senior strategic relationships with senior stakeholders within your region - Executive School leaders, Trust CEOs etc. Success KPIs YoY revenue growth of schools in London YoY Active school growth of schools in London YoY School retention- Growth of schools in new markets Effective marketing and new business campaigns with how we attract schools & staff Resourcing efficiency and prioritisation; candidates vetted and placed Platform adoption % of Zen Educate features Requirements Prior management experience of at least one year, with direct line management of more than two people. Have a good understanding of the pain points of schools and demonstrate a passion and desire to work for a company that is solving these challenges. Have either commercial leadership or school leadership experience, preferably both, with demonstrated success in either field. A history of rapid career growth and be excited about further growth opportunities. A solution-oriented mindset, be a team player and have an understanding of the importance of collaboration. What's in it for you? Work that you want to talk about Health insurance Life insurance Cycle to work scheme Electric car scheme Ownership in the company 25+ days of holiday Summer hours with shorter days during holidays in August and an early Friday finish Fun-loving, tight-knit team solving a problem that makes a difference Diversity and Inclusion At Zen, we strive to build a culture of equity and inclusion, where everyone is respected, valued and appreciated for their unique traits, experiences and perspectives. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and equitable environment where our team can thrive, regardless of age, ethnicity, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, disability, religion or beliefs. We value our differences and believe that practices of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion help us create a fairer, more compassionate environment for all. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and different experiences and perspectives - just like the staff who teach through Zen and the children at the schools we work with. We believe in hiring the best people from the widest pool and creating an inclusive culture where people's voices are heard and all our team can look forward to coming to work. We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of our community and promoting an equitable and inclusive environment for all. We seek out diverse opinions, beliefs, and experiences because they collectively make us stronger; we've had former teachers, pilots, fundraisers, engineers, lawyers, marketers, social media experts and more join our team.