Governance and Board Appointments

 

 

We specialise in high-quality, bespoke Board search that combines boutique-level care with pricing that reflects real value.

Whether you are appointing Council Members or Committee Chairswe offer a straightforward, effective search process to deliver diverse, capable and values-aligned individuals.

We are proud to work across all mission groups, and we bring a genuine appreciation for lived experience, civic purpose, and inclusive leadership. Our networks span sectors, and our candidate care is second to none.

A Growing Network

We’re always building the talent pipeline for university boards. We’re constantly engaging people across sectors who bring both the skills and the lived experience to make governance more effective.

Candidate Preparation

The level of preparation someone has before they join a University Board is a key part of promoting a positive Board culture. For that reason, we are thoughtful about how we prepare candidates to help them understand both the opportunity and the responsibility.

Bespoke Search

We start fresh research for every search. Despite our growing network, we never assume we know the right people yet. We recognise the importance of place, values and institutional journey. We listen carefully and work in partnership to match the right people to the right moment in your governance story.

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Discover how we support universities to find exceptional board and council members.

Our approach combines deep higher education expertise, personalised search and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Learn how we build networks, prepare candidates and match the right people to the right governance roles to make a real impact by clicking the link below to view our brochure.

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Professor Julie Mennell DL – Vice Chancellor – University of Cumbria

“You have an outstanding individual in Elle, she has done a fantastic job in supporting us to recruit to our new Chief People Officer Role. Her diligence, insight, emotional intelligence, dedication and commitment to ensuring a good outcome for all parties (including applicants) has been exemplary, including thinking outside the norm. I have been very impressed and I do not say this lightly.”

Professor Becky Huxley-Binns – Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Provost – Canterbury Christ Church University

“With huge thanks for your support and outstanding engagement throughout the journey to appointing the new Dean of ESS. I have no hesitation in saying we have the right candidate and I am confident he will drive the change we need. I am absolutely delighted with the outcome. Your person-centred and compassionate approach to the process has been exceptional.”