Co-opted Member – Investment Committee

About the roleThe University of Leicester is seeking to appoint co-opted members to join its Investments Committee.For 100 years, the University of Leicester has been changing the world through world-leading research and research-inspired education. As we look towards our second century, we are seeking an experienced investment professional to join our Investment Committee as a co-opted member.The Investment Committee plays an important role in overseeing the University's endowed funds and investments, monitoring investment strategy, allocations and performance, and reports to the University's Finance and Infrastructure Committee. Previous experience of serving on an investment committee, advisory board or equivalent body would be advantageous.We are particularly interested in individuals with substantial practical experience of investment management, including listed equities and private equity, together with strong commercial awareness of UK and global investment markets. As a co-opted member, you will bring independent judgement, constructive challenge and specialist insight, helping to support the effective stewardship of the University's investments and long-term financial sustainability.This is a rewarding opportunity to use your professional expertise to support a leading university and help shape its future success.Why join us? As a co opted member, you will:• Contribute directly to the effective governance of the University • Work alongside experienced lay and internal members of Council • Help uphold the highest standards of integrity, accountability and assurance Practical details • Time commitment: Up to 4 full days per year • Meetings: Typically four meetings per year • Location: Hybrid (meetings held in Leicester with remote attendance available) • Remuneration: Unremunerated (reasonable expenses reimbursed)If you would like to make a meaningful contribution to the University of Leicester, we would be delighted to hear from you. To find out more, please contact: governance@leicester.ac.uk or submit an application today. About youWhat we’re looking for We are particularly interested in individuals who can bring:Significant knowledge, understanding and front-line experience of investment management, in listed equities and private equity;Commercial awareness and acumen in relation to UK and global equity markets;Knowledge and understanding of the UK Higher Education Sector (desirable);Awareness of philanthropic fundraising (desirable).Previous experience of serving on an investment committee, advisory board or equivalent body (desirable)  A commitment to the University of Leicester values of inclusivity, impact and inspiringA commitment to the values and mission of higher educationAdditional informationTo express interest or to find out more, please contact: governance@leicester.ac.uk or to submit your interest, please use the apply link.  The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world. As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive. We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Unable to show this video due to your cookie preferencesVacancy ID:13912Location:LeicesterSchool/Division:University of LeicesterVacancy terms:Time commitment: Up to c. 4 full days per year. One year, appointments may be renewed for a further two years. Salary details:Unremunerated (reasonable expenses reimbursed)Hours per week:0Advert closes midnight on:29 Sep 2026