Deputy Vice-Chancellor & Provost

Leeds Trinity University is a distinctive and ambitious institution with a clear sense of purpose. Rooted in its Catholic foundation and values, the University is committed to providing a transformational educational experience for students from all backgrounds and beliefs, while helping create a fairer, wiser and more caring world. With an established reputation for widening participation, outstanding student experience and strong employer engagement, Leeds Trinity is entering an exciting new phase of growth and development.

Recognised as University of the Year for Student Experience and ranked first in the UK for Teaching Quality by The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027, the University has ambitious plans for the future. This includes the development and delivery of an Academic Futures Excellence programme, further international growth and an innovative new approach to enterprise and skills.

To help achieve these goals, the University now invites applications for the role of Deputy Vice-Chancellor & Provost.

As Chief Academic Officer and a member of the University Executive Group, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor & Provost will provide strategic leadership for all aspects of Leeds Trinity's academic endeavour. Working in close partnership with the Vice-Chancellor, the postholder will lead the continued development of academic excellence, quality, student success, research, innovation, knowledge exchange and external engagement, ensuring the University builds a curious and confident culture and delivers against its ambitious strategic objectives.

We are seeking an accomplished academic leader with the credibility, vision and strategic capability to operate effectively at executive level. You will bring a successful track record of leadership within higher education, a deep understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing the sector and a commitment to creating an environment where people, ideas and partnerships can thrive.

The closing date for expressions of interest is 5pm on Friday 27 November 2026.

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