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About the Role

The University of Law is seeking an exceptional Chief Technology Officer to join its Executive Board and lead a bold technology, digital and AI transformation agenda. Reporting directly to the Vice-Chancellor & CEO, you will shape and deliver the University’s technology strategy, driving innovation across the student journey, academic delivery, data, AI, cyber security and enterprise platforms. Leading a technology function of around 60 colleagues, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring technology enhances every aspect of the University experience. This is a rare opportunity to combine strategic leadership with genuine purpose—using technology to improve outcomes for students, empower colleagues and help shape the future of higher education.

Responsibilities

Shape and deliver the University’s technology strategy.
Drive innovation across the student journey, academic delivery, data, AI, cyber security and enterprise platforms.
Lead a technology function of around 60 colleagues.
Ensure technology enhances every aspect of the University experience.
Modernise technology capabilities.
Enhance the student and colleague experience.
Create a lasting legacy across a diverse university community.
Shape how technology supports the next generation of professionals.

Requirements

A visionary technology leader with Executive or Board-level experience.
A proven track record of delivering large-scale digital transformation programmes.
Experience leading large, multi-disciplinary technology teams, both matrix and onsite, global and UK.
Outstanding stakeholder management and influencing skills.

Skills

Cloud
Cyber security
Enterprise systems
AI
Data

Location

Hybrid UK
Global travel

Work Type

Hybrid
Executive Board Appointment

Experience Level

Executive or Board-level experience

Salary/Compensations

Up to £230k+ discretionary bonus

About the Company

The University of Law is an institution with a strong reputation for innovation, student success and employability.
ULaw combines the scale and ambition of a growing global organisation with a collaborative, values-driven culture.
Colleagues are empowered to challenge convention, embrace new ideas and make a meaningful impact.