YOU SHOULD APPLY IF

We are looking for a visionary yet grounded leader, able to inspire across borders and disciplines, and translate bold strategy into action. You will bring:

• Outstanding leadership experience at Faculty or University level.
• Professorial standing in a relevant academic field, with a strong commitment to research-led teaching.
• A proven ability to lead senior colleagues, mentor others, and manage strategy, staff, and resources.
• A deep understanding of Indian higher education and its stakeholder landscape.
• Strong skills in partnership-building and cross-sector collaboration.
• A track record of educational innovation and student-centred programme design.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in leadership.
• Effective governance, planning, and operational oversight.

This is more than a leadership role – it’s a legacy-defining opportunity to create something lasting, ethical and extraordinary. If you believe leadership is about bringing people together, and you’re ready to build something bold and deeply human, we want to hear from you.

THE ROLE

The University of Bristol is creating its first international campus in Mumbai – one of the world’s most dynamic and entrepreneurial cities. The Mumbai Enterprise Campus will deliver cutting-edge education and research in areas such as data science, artificial intelligence, fintech, immersive arts, and economics, while fostering innovation through industry and civic partnerships.
As Director and Executive Dean, you will play a defining role in building this new academic institution from the ground up. You will be responsible for the overall strategic vision and delivery of the campus, including academic operations, governance, recruitment, infrastructure, and student experience. This is one of the most exciting and important leadership opportunities in international higher education today.
The role is initially offered for a four-year term, after which the postholder will move into a Professor position.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

In this role, you will:

• Lead the academic mission of the campus, ensuring excellence in teaching, research, and student outcomes.
• Build and manage high-performing academic and professional services teams.
• Promote a collaborative, inclusive and positive working culture.
• Forge enduring partnerships with Indian regulators, government, industry, higher education institutions, and civic organisations.
• Foster a research culture that reflects Bristol’s global reputation for excellence.
• Embed civic engagement into teaching, research, and outreach.
• Ensure the campus embodies both the innovative spirit of Mumbai and the academic standards of Bristol.