Administration Manager for a Foundation of Educational Centers

Michael Page España·Madrid, Spain

What they offer

  • €55,000 - €60,000 a year

    Gross, as stated in the ad.

  • Permanent contract

    Per the ad.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Michael Page España doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak fluent Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Madrid

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 4+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

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About the role

A holding company owning more than 10 educational centers and residences in Spain, in the process of establishing a Foundation, with a solid track record and a clear commitment to ethical, religious, humanist, and community-service values, is looking to hire an Administration Manager to lead the administrative, economic, and financial management of the entity and support the General Management and the centers.

  • Madrid - Chamberí
  • Experience in educational centers

What you'll do

The selected profile will have the following responsibilities:

  • Oversee the administrative and economic management of the different educational centers, as well as of the Foundation. (Up to 15 centers).
  • Prepare, control, and monitor annual budgets and economic forecasts.
  • Analyze budget variances, control costs, and monitor cash flow.
  • Prepare economic and financial reports for the Board of Trustees and the management team.
  • Supervise the general and analytical accounting of the Foundation.
  • Manage invoicing, collections (fees, tuition, grants, donations), and payments.
  • Coordinate with external advisors to ensure compliance with foundation-specific tax, commercial, and accounting regulations.
  • Prepare documentation for audits and economic reports.
  • Supervise the administrative processes of the HR team (payroll, contracts, hires, and terminations). Control personnel costs per educational center. Coordinate with HR and academic management.
  • Monitor and manage educational agreements, aid, scholarships, and subsidies.
  • Liaise with Public Administrations and educational bodies.
  • Provide support during inspections and administrative requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with Commercial, Tax, Labor, and Foundation-specific regulations.
  • Manage document custody and support the obligations of the Board of Trustees.
  • Propose improvements in administrative processes and internal controls.
  • Align economic management with the foundational values and objectives.
  • Plan tasks, set priorities, and drive continuous improvement.

What you'll get

  • Joining an educational project with strong social impact.
  • Job stability and a close, committed professional environment.
  • Salary: €55,000 - €60,000.
  • Location in Madrid (Chamberí).

About the company & team

A holding company owning more than 10 educational centers and residences in Spain, in the process of establishing a Foundation, with a solid track record and a clear commitment to ethical, religious, humanist, and community-service values, is looking to hire an Administration Manager to lead the administrative, economic, and financial management of the entity and support the General Management and the center teams.

The main duties will be to ensure rigorous, efficient administrative and economic management aligned with the foundational principles, guaranteeing the financial sustainability of the Foundation and regulatory compliance, in service of the educational and social project.

Who are we looking for (M/F/D)?

The selected profile will meet the following requirements:

  • Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance or similar.
  • Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in similar Administration Manager roles within educational centers.
  • Experience in foundations and relations with trustees is highly valued...
  • In-depth knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis.
  • Experience in developing strategic plans... drafting, monitoring, and control.
  • Management of grants and resources.
  • Advanced level of Excel and management tools.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems.
  • Rigor, professional ethics, and a sense of responsibility.
  • Identification with the values and mission of the Foundation.
  • Leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English, .

About the company

Michael Page España

Michael Page España

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