Head of School

From pioneering economic thought with Adam Smith to driving impactful research and engagement with industry, the University of Glasgow has been changing the world since 1451. As the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world, Glasgow has consistently been at the forefront of innovation, transforming lives and delivering world-changing impact for nearly 600 years. Named the Scottish University of the Year by The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024, we are one of the world’s top 100 universities and home to the renowned Adam Smith Business School.

With an internationally renowned reputation for world-leading research and impact, the Adam Smith Business School follows Smith’s legacy by developing enlightened, engaged, and enterprising graduates who are globally recognised and make a positive impact on culture and society. As the largest School in the University, the Adam Smith Business School is a hub for forward-thinking education and a vibrant academic community that plays a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of global business leaders.

The University of Glasgow is now seeking an outstanding academic leader to take on the role of Head of the Adam Smith Business School. The postholder will be responsible for providing strategic and academic leadership, vision and direction to the School, as well as playing a key role as a senior leader within the broader College and University. The successful candidate will provide strategic direction, ensuring the School continues to excel in learning, teaching, research and engagement at an international level.

The Head of School will possess an excellent reputation in research and teaching with proven leadership and management credentials and an inclusive, collaborative approach, able to build positive relationships internally and externally. With the recently completed Adam Smith Building, the Head of School will have the opportunity to leverage state-of-the-art resources to further enhance the School's global reputation and impact.

The University has appointed global executive search firm Perrett Laver to support the appointment of the Head of School. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Xavier Thomason at Perrett Laver via Xavier.Thomason@perrettlaver.com or +44 (0)20 3928 7387.

The University wishes to encourage applications that will continue to strengthen the diversity of its leadership team. For further details, including a job description, person specification and information on how to apply, please visit candidates.perrettlaver.com/vacancies quoting reference 7786 by Monday 14^th April at 09:00 BST.

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Standard Terms and Conditions

Individuals are appointed to the role of Head of School for a period of 4 years in the first instance. Subject to satisfactory performance, appointments may be renewed on a mutually agreeable basis, normally for a further 2 years.

The Head of School will become a substantive Professorial member of staff within the School on demitting office.

Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.

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