CEO

The Committee of University Chairs (CUC) is a membership organisation with a mission to enhance education across the UK through the provision of support and guidance to University Chairs. We are a charitable organisation which promotes the highest standards of governance across the UK Higher Education sector. Over the past decade, CUC has developed into a successful organisation which supports our members through a range of face-to-face and virtual activities to discuss key issues facing the sector, provide guidance and information, and share best practice. We also share key publications on governance issues, including the CUC Code of HE Governance which members are required to adopt, and an annual survey of Vice Chancellor salaries.

CUC is now looking for its next CEO who can build on our current strengths, cultivate strong engagement among our members and develop our voice as stewards of the longer-term public interest. The successful candidate will be able to speak for our members to the most senior stakeholders, including government departments, regulators and other sector bodies partners. The quality of the relationships they build with these stakeholders will be absolutely critical to our success. This is an outstanding opportunity to operate at the highest profile at the heart of one of the most important sectors in the country, and to make a significant difference to Higher Education during a period of substantial change.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of strategic thinking and delivery with a demonstrated ability to influence at the highest levels. They should bring an understanding of membership organisations and how to build effective engagement. Building credibility across the Higher Education sector will be key, as will the ability to foster and maintain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to the Committee of University Chairs on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference IBSQA. Alternatively email Belinda.beck@saxbam.com. Applications should be received by noon on Tuesday 1 April 2025.

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