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Senior Leadership at the University of London

Meet our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Wendy Thomson CBE and other members of the Senior Executive Team. You can also find details on the senior leadership across the University.

The Vice-Chancellor is responsible to the Board of Trustees for the overall strategic direction and performance of the University of London. The Vice-Chancellor is supported by a Senior Executive Team.

You can also view the Senior Leadership organisational chart.

Members of the Senior Executive Team

Professor Wendy Thomson CBE

Professor Wendy Thomson CBE is the Vice-Chancellor and the principal officer of the University, responsible to the Board of Trustees and for business conduct of the University.

Rita Akushie

Pro Vice-Chancellor Finance and Operations is responsible for Finance, ITDS, Human Resources, Residential Services and Estates & Facilities Management.

Professor Jo Fox

Pro Vice-Chancellor Research and Public Engagement is responsible for the University’s overall research and public engagement strategy.

Alistair Jarvis CBE

Pro Vice-Chancellor Partnerships & Governance is responsible for governance, communications, development, marketing, legal, inclusion, and partnerships with federation members.

Professor Philip (Phil) Allmendinger

The Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education) includes responsibility for the University’s educational strategy & student experience, including the University’s work with federation members.

Dr Sky Zheng

The Executive Director University of London Worldwide is responsible for driving growth and ensuring high-quality student experiences.

Senior staff organisation chart

View an organisation chart for senior leadership at the University of London.

View senior staff organisation chart

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is the governing body of the University, who exercise guardianship over assets and resources, ensuring their effective management, control and use.

Collegiate Council

The Collegiate Council advises the Board of Trustees on strategic direction.

Committees of the Board of Trustees

Committees make up an important part of the University’s governance structure.

Governance

Explore how the University of London is governed. Our governing body is the Board of Trustees and our principal officer is the Vice-Chancellor.