Location: Edinburgh (60% homebased) Salary: Up £70,000 + excellent benefits Join ICAS, one of the world's leading professional membership bodies, and play a key role in shaping the future of Chartered Accountancy education and assessment. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced curriculum and assessment leader to drive qualification standards, oversee curriculum governance, and ensure assessments remain robust, innovative and fit for the future. Overview: As a key member of the Learning leadership team, you will lead the development and governance of curriculum frameworks, learning outcomes and assessment standards across the ICAS qualification suite. Key accountabilities: Future focused qualification development Curriculum & learning outcomes governance Assessment framework & standards Stakeholder engagement Leadership of technical assessment team What we're looking for: Chartered Accountancy qualification or equivalent Curriculum & assessment leadership experience Professional body, awarding or HE background Experience of governance & quality assurance Confident leading technical specialists & teams Why this opportunity: Shape accountancy professional standards Influence a globally recognised qualification Lead curriculum & assessment innovation Work with senior leaders across the profession NOT FOR YOU - Refer & receive £300 when we place! By applying, you consent to Newtons using your personal details to contact you.
Jun 18, 2026
Full time
Location: Edinburgh (60% homebased) Salary: Up £70,000 + excellent benefits Join ICAS, one of the world's leading professional membership bodies, and play a key role in shaping the future of Chartered Accountancy education and assessment. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced curriculum and assessment leader to drive qualification standards, oversee curriculum governance, and ensure assessments remain robust, innovative and fit for the future. Overview: As a key member of the Learning leadership team, you will lead the development and governance of curriculum frameworks, learning outcomes and assessment standards across the ICAS qualification suite. Key accountabilities: Future focused qualification development Curriculum & learning outcomes governance Assessment framework & standards Stakeholder engagement Leadership of technical assessment team What we're looking for: Chartered Accountancy qualification or equivalent Curriculum & assessment leadership experience Professional body, awarding or HE background Experience of governance & quality assurance Confident leading technical specialists & teams Why this opportunity: Shape accountancy professional standards Influence a globally recognised qualification Lead curriculum & assessment innovation Work with senior leaders across the profession NOT FOR YOU - Refer & receive £300 when we place! By applying, you consent to Newtons using your personal details to contact you.
Location: Edinburgh (60% home-based) Salary: Up £85,000 + excellent benefits ICAS is seeking an influential senior leader to shape the future of professional education, qualifications and assessment for one of the world's most respected accountancy bodies. This is a rare opportunity to influence how future generations of Chartered Accountants develop the technical and professional capabilities required in an evolving global profession. Overview: You will lead the strategy, design, development and governance of ICAS qualifications, learning programmes and assessment frameworks, ensuring they remain relevant, innovative and trusted by employers, members and regulators. Key accountabilities: Strategic leadership of qualification lifecycle Product strategy, innovation & future thinking Assessment strategy & integrity Governance, compliance & quality assurance Stakeholder & sector leadership Resource, team & change leadership What we're looking for: Chartered accountancy qualification or equivalent Significant experience across qualification strategy & design Accomplished & inspiring senior leader Engaging & credible executive level influencer Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks Why this opportunity: Shape the direction of a globally recognised qualification Influence education strategy at executive level Lead high-performing multidisciplinary teams Deliver innovation to the accountancy profession NOT FOR YOU - Refer & receive £500 when we place! By applying, you consent to Newtons using your personal details to contact you.
Jun 18, 2026
Full time
Location: Edinburgh (60% home-based) Salary: Up £85,000 + excellent benefits ICAS is seeking an influential senior leader to shape the future of professional education, qualifications and assessment for one of the world's most respected accountancy bodies. This is a rare opportunity to influence how future generations of Chartered Accountants develop the technical and professional capabilities required in an evolving global profession. Overview: You will lead the strategy, design, development and governance of ICAS qualifications, learning programmes and assessment frameworks, ensuring they remain relevant, innovative and trusted by employers, members and regulators. Key accountabilities: Strategic leadership of qualification lifecycle Product strategy, innovation & future thinking Assessment strategy & integrity Governance, compliance & quality assurance Stakeholder & sector leadership Resource, team & change leadership What we're looking for: Chartered accountancy qualification or equivalent Significant experience across qualification strategy & design Accomplished & inspiring senior leader Engaging & credible executive level influencer Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks Why this opportunity: Shape the direction of a globally recognised qualification Influence education strategy at executive level Lead high-performing multidisciplinary teams Deliver innovation to the accountancy profession NOT FOR YOU - Refer & receive £500 when we place! By applying, you consent to Newtons using your personal details to contact you.
Base location: Edinburgh (hybrid) Salary: £49,500 - £60,000 + excellent benefits Picture a job role where you can pass on your skills, knowledge and experience to fellow Accountancy professionals. Then consider an exciting career change with a great work-life balance and earning potential, supporting others to progress their Accounting career. If the above sounds interesting and you are passionate about Finance and the benefits of professional development, this could be a great fit! Overview: Working for a global education provider, you will teach students working towards becoming a chartered accountant. You will be fully supported with your transition into the training sector. This includes a holistic induction, ongoing peer mentorship and structured career development. A typical week: Deliver in-person & virtual training to groups Plan for upcoming training sessions Prepare students for exams & next levels Provide advice & guidance to students You'll need the following: ACCA/CIMA/ICAEW/CIPFA/ICAS qualified Confident communication & group presentation skills Experience in teaching/training Experience in Tax or Financial Reporting Benefits: 35 days annual leave, Birthday leave, 9% pension, private medical insurance, life assurance, health care & screening, dental care, cycle to work scheme, annual learning allowance, paid membership fees. NOT FOR YOU - Refer & receive £300 when we place! By applying, you consent to Newtons using your personal details to contact you.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Base location: Edinburgh (hybrid) Salary: £49,500 - £60,000 + excellent benefits Picture a job role where you can pass on your skills, knowledge and experience to fellow Accountancy professionals. Then consider an exciting career change with a great work-life balance and earning potential, supporting others to progress their Accounting career. If the above sounds interesting and you are passionate about Finance and the benefits of professional development, this could be a great fit! Overview: Working for a global education provider, you will teach students working towards becoming a chartered accountant. You will be fully supported with your transition into the training sector. This includes a holistic induction, ongoing peer mentorship and structured career development. A typical week: Deliver in-person & virtual training to groups Plan for upcoming training sessions Prepare students for exams & next levels Provide advice & guidance to students You'll need the following: ACCA/CIMA/ICAEW/CIPFA/ICAS qualified Confident communication & group presentation skills Experience in teaching/training Experience in Tax or Financial Reporting Benefits: 35 days annual leave, Birthday leave, 9% pension, private medical insurance, life assurance, health care & screening, dental care, cycle to work scheme, annual learning allowance, paid membership fees. NOT FOR YOU - Refer & receive £300 when we place! By applying, you consent to Newtons using your personal details to contact you.
