The University of Law
Chief Technology Officer
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Salary – Up to £230k+ discretionary bonus
University of Law | Executive Board Appointment
Hybrid UK with some global travel
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.
We’re Looking For
- A visionary technology leader with Executive or Board-level experience.
- A proven track record of delivering large-scale digital transformation programmes.
- Strong expertise across cloud, cyber security, enterprise systems, AI and data.
- Experience leading large, multi-disciplinary technology teams, both matrix and onsite, global and UK.
- Outstanding stakeholder management and influencing skills.
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The ULaw Way
At the University of Law, our values underpin everything we do. We are looking for a leader who is:
- Professional – acts with integrity and accountability.
- Student Focused – puts student success at the heart of decision-making.
- Inclusive – champions diversity, accessibility and belonging.
- High Quality – strives for excellence and continuous improvement.
- Supportive – develops people, builds collaboration and enables others to thrive.
Why Join the University of Law?
This is a unique opportunity to join the Executive Board of one of the UK’s leading higher education institutions and play a pivotal role in shaping its future. As Chief Technology Officer, you will lead an ambitious technology, digital and AI agenda, influencing strategic decision-making at the highest level while driving transformative change across the University.
The University of Law is an institution with a strong reputation for innovation, student success and employability. Its commitment to preparing students for professional careers has recently been recognised through shortlisting in the AGCAS Academic Employability Awards and the TargetJobs Awards for employability excellence.
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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. Working closely with academic and professional services leaders, you will have the opportunity to modernise technology capabilities, enhance the student and colleague experience, and create a lasting legacy across a diverse university community.
Whether through the responsible adoption of AI, investment in digital innovation or the development of high-performing teams, this role offers the chance to shape how technology supports the next generation of professionals.
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