Talha is a Chartered Certified Accountant with extensive experience in the public and independent school sectors and a strong knowledge of the Charities Framework. He holds a degree in Accounting and a Masters in Educational Leadership (School Business Management).

Talha’s career started as a Trainee Accountant in London with varied roles of overseeing different clients. His first public sector experience was at a newly established London academy as a Management Accountant, where he addressed funding, procurement and cost management challenges.

Following that, Talha worked in the private school sector, holding the position of Finance and Resources Manager for an all-through school in Surrey, managing budgets and funding for multi-million pound projects. He also worked as a Bursar and Clerk to the Governors.

Talha is also a keen cricketer and has experience of coaching.