President

The Company is seeking a President to provide strategic vision and sustained, empathetic leadership to a diverse, self-governing academic community. The role includes fostering collegiality, building consensus with governing and staff colleagues, and taking an active interest in students’ academic progress and wider achievements. The President will serve as a public representative and advocate for higher education, academic excellence, and broad access to educational opportunities. They will guide the overall direction of the institution in a complex and changing environment. Candidates should demonstrate distinction, strong intellectual calibre, and an excellent understanding of the higher education sector. They must bring an inclusive and effective leadership style, sound judgment, and the ability to engage stakeholders collaboratively. Excellent communication and ambassadorial skills are essential, along with a commitment to openness, diversity, academic rigor, and excellence in teaching, learning, and research. The role is open to candidates from academic or other professional backgrounds who can lead an outstanding intellectual community.