Founded in 2016, JSS Search has grown into one of the UK's leading specialist recruitment consultancies, partnering with organisations across both the public and private sectors. Within Higher Education, we have built a dedicated practice that is trusted by universities and education providers to deliver critical appointments across Finance, Transformation, ERP, Digital, Student Services and Professional Services functions.
Our approach is built on long-term relationships, deep sector expertise and a genuine commitment to adding value beyond recruitment. We provide honest market insight, extensive candidate networks and a highly consultative service, helping institutions attract and retain exceptional talent in an increasingly competitive market.
JSS Higher Education Practice
Led by experienced sector specialists, our Higher Education team combines over 100 years of recruitment experience and has successfully delivered appointments for Russell Group universities, post-92 institutions, specialist providers and international education organisations.
We are recognised for our expertise across Finance and Professional Services, alongside a dedicated ERP and Transformation practice supporting major institutional change programmes, including Oracle Fusion, Unit4 ERPx, SAP S/4HANA, TechnologyOne, Microsoft Dynamics 365 and student systems implementations.
Finance Recruitment Expertise
ERP Expertise
Beyond Recruitment
We support our clients throughout the entire recruitment lifecycle and regularly provide:
We also invest heavily in the Higher Education sector through networking events, roundtables and thought leadership initiatives. This includes our EmpowerED network, which brings together over 400 female leaders from across Higher Education, alongside regular CFO, Transformation and ERP leadership forums designed to share best practice and sector insight.
Why JSS?
Sector Expertise
Specialist teams focused exclusively on Higher Education and Professional Services recruitment.
Exceptional Networks
Access to established communities of finance, transformation, ERP and executive leaders across the UK.
Proven Track Record
Successfully delivering appointments from middle management through to executive leadership positions.
Market Intelligence
Real-time insight into salaries, talent availability, sector challenges and recruitment trends.
Flexible Delivery Models
Executive search, contingent recruitment, interim solutions and project-based hiring support.
Commitment to Diversity
A proactive approach to building diverse shortlists and supporting inclusive recruitment processes.
For more information on our track record, references and recent appointments across the sector, please contact:
Simon Elcombe
Associate Director – Higher Education
JSS Search
📧 Simon.Elcombe@thejssgroup.com
📞 07765 790275
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