Co-opted member of Court Appointments

WORLD CHANGERS TOGETHER - JOIN US AND MAKE YOUR MARK

Are you looking for a new and exciting opportunity to guide an ambitious, global university?

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 500 years and plans to continue developing the world changers of the future. We have recently invested in new academic facilities, including the magnificent James McCune Smith Learning Hub and the Advanced Research Centre.

We have consistently been ranked as a top 30 university in the UK and top 100 in the world. Glasgow is a leading research-intensive institution which has made great strides in its performance over the past decade.

The University is looking to appoint co-opted members to join the University's Court and help us achieve our plans. We are seeking people who are excited by our ambitions and who demonstrate innovative thought and challenge.

The Court is the university's governing body and oversees our strategy and vision. With 25 members, it is responsible for the proper conduct of the University's public business, for strategic vision, monitoring effectiveness and performance of the University, approving Finance, Estate, People & Organisational Development strategies including diversity and inclusion and ensuring the good name and values of the University.

The University of Glasgow is committed to equality and ensuring all students, staff and visitors have a positive experience of the learning, teaching, research and work environment.

We are keen to hear from people excited by the opportunity to add value irrespective of their sex, gender identity, gender re-assignment, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race and traditionally under-represented groups, and to preserve gender balance on the Court in accordance with the Gender Representation on Public Boards (Scotland) Act 2018, we would welcome and encourage applications from women.

You can help us in delivering our    Vision  and     Values  - placing these at the heart of everything we do. Ideally, candidates will demonstrate a range of skills and have significant strategic leadership experience gained within large, complex organisations. We would particularly welcome applications from those with expertise in Audit & Risk, and Estates.

If you share our values and are in a position to meaningfully contribute to supporting these, we would be delighted to hear from you. This is a unique opportunity to become a critical friend, provide expert guidance and assist in taking the University forward.

Candidates will be expected to commit to around 12-15 days per year. Membership of the University Court is non-executive and unremunerated. We will meet all reasonable expenses incurred, including childcare costs. The position is for four years in the first instance.

Full detail  on how to apply and  the role of Court  can be found at the following link : https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/appointments/courtappointments2024

For a confidential discussion about these opportunities, please contact Amber Higgins, Executive Officer and Clerk of Court, Court Office via the below:

• [email protected]

Closing Date: Friday 17th May 2024

Interviews: Tuesday 4th June 2024