President and Vice-Chancellor

The University of Nottingham is a truly global university, opening the UK’s first overseas campus almost 25 years ago and now boasting three, thriving campuses in the UK, Malaysia and China.

Ranked consistently among the leading institutions in the world we are a university without borders, committed to finding solutions to some of societies greatest challenges and making a positive impact on the world.  Embracing opportunities, creating ambition and driving creativity and innovation, we empower students and staff to collaborate in learning, scholarship and discovery across all realms of knowledge, problem-solving and improving lives.

Our Council is now looking to appoint our next President and Vice-Chancellor. We are looking for an exceptional leader who will inspire our community, ensuring excellence and impact across all academic areas, notably: the delivery of an outstanding education and student experience; fostering outstanding research of global importance and deepening interaction, innovation and partnerships; inspiring an inclusive institutional culture; ensuring financial and environmental sustainability; and the fulfilment of our global and civic mission.  

This is an outstanding opportunity for an outstanding individual to bring their strategic vision and leadership to our university community. Candidates must evidence a track record of delivering change at scale in complex organisations. They will bring a deep commitment to the values, vision, ambitions and strategic goals of the University; a demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion; alongside strong personal values of integrity, focus and judgement. They will be a global citizen who thrives on working in different cultures.

Like us, you will be committed to supporting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion for all students and staff at the University of Nottingham.

To apply or to download further information for this role please contact our search agent Perrett Laver at Perrett Laver: Vacancies quoting reference number 7417.

For informal inquiries please contact Anna Murphy at anna.murphy@perrettlaver.com or +44 (0)20 3928 7388

The deadline for applications is 9:00 am (BST) on Monday 7 October 2024.

To be a university without borders, where we embrace the opportunities presented by a changing world, and where ambitious people and a creative culture will enable us to change the world for the better. 

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