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Leadership of the University

HE is going through exponential change. Expectations have amplified and the challenges we face over the coming years will require leadership that is capable of navigating through a range of competing pressures:

• To enhance contribution of HE to economy and society through an agenda for skills, employer engagement and student employability
• To differentiate from other HEIs on national and international stages in ways that are nimble and adaptable so as to secure staff, students and funding from increasingly selective sources
• To increase transparency, accountability and regulation for a student base that often demands to be treated as our customers
• To increase participation levels and provide wider access to HE by offering a more inclusive and diverse provision

Given that our vision is to remain firmly positioned amongst the world's leading universities, recognised for our impact, excellence and distinctiveness, we need to meet these challenges in ways which are consistent with our values and culture.

The University has outlined a framework for leadership and, using this as a guide, sought to engage an experienced development organisation that could help enable and equip our senior leadership cadre with the confidence and capabilities required to deliver our aspirations.