Associate Professor in Governance(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

About the Opportunity

The Governance group within the Department of Leadership, Organisations, Behaviour & Reputation is expanding and seeks an accomplished academic to join as Professor in Governance. This appointment is aimed at a scholar with an internationally recognised research presence and a strong commitment to executive-level teaching.

You will become part of a forward-looking academic environment that encourages innovation, professional growth, and impactful scholarship. The role blends research leadership with high-level teaching, particularly for experienced professionals and senior decision-makers.

Key Contributions

In this role, you will:

• Advance an internationally visible research agenda in governance, producing work suitable for leading academic journals
• Teach and design executive-level learning for post-experience MBA, Executive MA/MSc, and Executive Education cohorts
• Engage senior professionals — including directors and board-level participants — using modern, applied teaching approaches
• Support academic leadership, mentoring, and collaborative initiatives within the department
• Build strong professional relationships with experienced learners and colleagues

What We’re Looking For

Successful applicants will demonstrate:

• A strong record of peer-reviewed research with an established publication pipeline
• Evidence of excellence in executive or postgraduate teaching
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to work independently while contributing meaningfully to team initiatives
• A sustained commitment to governance scholarship and applied impact

Visa & Eligibility Guidance

Sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker route, subject to eligibility. Applicants should review official requirements before applying via UK Visas and Immigration.

Equality, Inclusion & Workplace Commitment

The university actively supports diversity and inclusive employment practices. It participates in nationally recognised equality initiatives including:

• Athena SWAN Charter
• Race Equality Charter

As a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2), applications from all qualified candidates are encouraged. Flexible working arrangements — including job-share and part-time — are welcomed where operationally feasible.

Government & Professional Guidance Resources

Applicants may find the following official UK resources helpful:

• Skilled Worker visa eligibility — UK Visas and Immigration
• Academic employment rights — Advisory Conciliation and Arbitration Service
• Higher education standards — Office for Students
• Equality legislation guidance — Equality and Human Rights Commission
• Working in the UK overview — GOV.UK