Paul Lonsdale

Paul Lonsdale is the current CFO at Richard Huish College. Paul has previously served as the Director of Finance and Corporate Services at Northbrook College Sussex, Interim Deputy CEO at City College Brighton and Hove, and Deputy Principal Resources at New College Nottingham. In their role as Deputy Principal Resources, they were responsible for leading on financial strategy, financial planning and performance monitoring, as well as the development and implementation of the college's risk management and assurance framework. Paul also served as the college's nominated senior Data Protection Officer. In addition to their work in higher education, Paul Lonsdale has also been involved in software systems development, professional services company development, and leading Learning Companies on behalf of ncn and Gazelle. Paul is a Director of all college subsidiaries, including the Nottingham Motor Company car dealership.

Paul Lonsdale's educational career began with him completing their O-levels at Oakwood Comprehensive School in Rotherham. Paul then went on to study for a BTEC National Diploma for AAT membership at Chesterfield College of Technology. After this, they studied for a CIMA at Sheffield Hallam University.

Some of their coworkers include Richard Anderson - Director, IT & Facilities, Steve Chattell - Chief People Officer, and Becky Flower - Vice Principal, Student Support. Paul Lonsdale reports to John Abbott, CEO.