Provost and Senior Vice-President

Esrc IAA University of Surrey; Guildford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK academic institution seeks a Provost and Senior Vice-President to shape its academic future and drive global excellence. The ideal candidate will have an outstanding academic record and strong strategic leadership skills. Responsibilities include providing leadership across the university's academic mission and aligning education with long-term ambitions. This role presents an exceptional opportunity for influence and growth within a committed and diverse community.

Qualifications

• Outstanding academic profile and a track record of strategic leadership.
• Ability to inspire collaboration across disciplines and communities.
• Sound judgment and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across the university's academic mission.
• Strengthen Surrey's global profile.
• Align research, education, and innovation with Vision 2041 ambitions.

Job description

Provost and Senior Vice-President

The University of Surrey has a strong legacy of pioneering research, real-world impact and graduate success. We are proud of the academic achievements of our three Faculties and our inter-disciplinary Institutes which together drive excellence in teaching, research and innovation. Our community of talented staff, students, partners and stakeholders has a long-standing record of producing graduates who go on to excel in their chosen fields.

We are seeking a new Provost and Senior Vice-President to play a defining role in shaping Surrey's academic future. Working closely with the President and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Stephen Jarvis, and the Executive Board, the postholder will provide strategic leadership across the university's academic mission, strengthening Surrey's global profile and ensuring that research, education and innovation are aligned with the ambitions of Vision 2041. This is an exceptional opportunity to guide a university entering a period of significant growth and international influence.

Surrey is a diverse, ambitious and welcoming community. We are looking for a leader with an outstanding academic profile and a track record of strategic leadership - someone with sound judgement, integrity and the ability to inspire collaboration across disciplines and communities.

For more information, including how to apply please visit https://plusportal.perrettlaver.com/ quoting reference 8182.

The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 25th January 2026.

Perrett Laver will hold interviews in February. The final selection process will take place w/c 9th March 2026.

Perrett Laver would be delighted to speak with any interested individuals and welcome all exploratory discussions. If you would like to discuss this opportunity further or have any questions about the role, please contact Thomas Cameron at [e-mail].

For a conversation in confidence or should you require access to these documents in alternative formats, please contact Thomas. If you require any reasonable adjustments to assist you in the selection process, please advise us of these so that we can make appropriate arrangements.

The University of Surrey is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and would welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities.