Members of University Council

Join Brunel University of London's Council and contribute to a leading technical university in London, where diversity powers innovation and social purpose drives global impact.

Time commitment: c.10 days per year

Location: Uxbridge, West London

Applications close: 9 a.m. Friday 25^th April 2025

About Brunel University of London

Brunel stands apart! We’re a world-class research university, blending a technical focus with research excellence that directly addresses the needs of equitable and inclusive, environmentally sustainable global societies and economies. With a strong social purpose, exceptional staff and highly employable graduates, we boast remarkable international reach from our London campus.

On 1st October 2024, Brunel joined the prestigious and internationally renowned University of London federation. This provides significant collaboration and partnership opportunities as well as further enhancing Brunel’s brand positioning.

About the role

Our Council predominantly comprises accomplished professionals from diverse backgrounds, bringing invaluable perspectives, skills, and experience.

As a Council Member, you will contribute to the strategic planning and non-executive oversight of Brunel University of London. This includes ensuring the University’s performance against its strategic objectives is monitored and evaluated, collectively acting as a steward of the University’s financial resources and assets and upholding the highest standards of governance and probity.

You will serve as an advocate for Brunel, promoting its achievements and ambitions. You will participate in Council meetings and sub-committee activities, ensuring the University complies with its Royal Charter, Statutes, Ordinances, and all legal obligations.

You will help us deliver on our charitable objectives and enhance our reputation as a leading London university while expanding your network with influential individuals from diverse sectors.

Who we are looking for

We welcome applications from individuals of the highest calibre who are passionate about the transformational power of higher education and committed to Brunel’s vision and values.

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive Council and welcome applications from candidates of all ages and backgrounds.

We are seeking senior leaders with a keen interest in strategic governance and a proven track record of:

• Finance, especially accountancy
• Business (in particular with connections to Uxbridge/Hillingdon and the wider West London community and/or with experience of strategic marketing leadership)
• Academic leadership
• Digital/cyber oversight

Experience of leading and implementing organisational change would be especially beneficial.

If you have a desire to contribute to a thriving academic community, we encourage you to apply.

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Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Friday 25^th April 2025.