Staffordshire University, Appointment of Vice-Chancellor  

The Connected University 

Staffordshire University has transformed itself over the last five years, by becoming a Gold standard provider of teaching and learning, gaining historically high positions in the UK league tables and achieving financial sustainability at a time of turbulence in the sector. We are now renowned for our pride, ambition, determination, resilience and risk taking. We are modern, digital, technologically savvy and a sector disruptor. We have a strong sense of strategic direction and of purpose, informed by our heritage, our roots and our commitment to providing transformative life chances for all. The pandemic, whilst challenging for some institutions, has galvanised our strengths and pushed us forwards at an even greater pace to achieve some remarkable results during this unprecedented period.

We are now seeking our next Vice-Chancellor, someone exceptional who will provide a unique imprint on our future, who will build upon our strengths and who will lead and shape our next chapter as we head towards 2030 and beyond. 

As our next Vice-Chancellor you will have deep knowledge and experience of the national, and ideally global, higher education sector. Creative, entrepreneurial and visionary, you will be a skilled, empathetic and inclusive leader who will inspire and empower our people to deliver their very best, to serve our communities and fulfil our collective ambitions. 

Location: Staffordshire    

The closing date for applications is midnight (GMT) on Tuesday 1st June 2021.

An executive search process is being managed by Perrett Laver. For details of the appointment, including further information about the person specification and how to apply, please visit https://candidates.perrettlaver.com/vacancies/ quoting reference 5054. 

If you would like to discuss this opportunity further or have any questions about the role, please contact Senior Research Associate, Rachel Hogan at Rachel.Hogan@perrettlaver.com or +44 (0) 20 7340 6210. 

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