Main duties and responsibilities
At De Montfort University (DMU), we are seeking exceptional individuals to join our governing body as a voluntary Independent Governor and Co-opted Member of the People and Culture Committee. This is an opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction and success of a bold and inclusive university that empowers people, strengthens places and helps shape a fairer world.
This appointment offers the opportunity to help shape the future of one of the UK's most inclusive universities, working alongside experienced governors, committee members and the University leadership team. The initial term of office for independent governors and co-opted committee members is three years, renewable for a maximum of two further terms, subject to the continued support of the board. The roles advertised as part of this recruitment exercise are not remunerated, in line with the Governor Remuneration Policy agreed by the board. Governors and co-opted committee members are entitled to claim reasonable travel and other related expenses incurred during university business, via the Governance Office.
Candidates should be able to contribute to strategic discussions, offer constructive challenge, demonstrate high levels of integrity and support the vision, values and objectives of the University.
About You
You will bring:
- A strong commitment to higher education and the values and objectives of DMU
- Experience of leadership within a large and complex organisation
- The ability to contribute effectively to strategic discussions and decision-making
- The confidence to offer constructive challenge and independent judgement
- High levels of integrity, professionalism and accountability
- A commitment to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion
Previous non-executive, committee or board-level experience is desirable but not essential.
Join Us
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of one of the UK's most inclusive universities and contribute to a community dedicated to creating opportunity, changing lives and shaping the future. DMU is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and particularly welcomes applications from individuals from groups currently underrepresented in governance roles.
For more information, click here to view the candidate information pack.
Further Information
To apply, please submit the following documentation to the Governance Office (clerksoffice@dmu.ac.uk) by Sunday 22 November 2026:
- A CV setting out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements and details of two referees.
- A supporting statement (approximately two pages of A4) explaining how you consider your skills, qualities and experience provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with particular reference to the role details set out in this pack.
Any postal applications should be sent to: De Montfort University Governance Office 0.30 Trinity House The Gateway, Leicester, LE1 9BH United Kingdom
For any informal enquiries, or if you wish to discuss the role with the Chair of the Board, please contact the Governance Office: clerksoffice@dmu.ac.uk.