https://www.aspenpeople.co.uk/srucnonexecs/
About Us
SRUC is a leading tertiary institution working across Scotland and internationally to deliver education, research and innovation that supports a sustainable natural economy. Our vision is to address global challenges including climate change, biodiversity loss and food security, through a unique integration of teaching, research and knowledge exchange. With a Scotland-wide footprint spanning campuses, farms and innovation centres, we are a key anchor institution driving inclusive growth, skills development and impactful research aligned to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
About the Roles
We are seeking up to seven Non-Executive Directors to join the SRUC Board as part of planned succession and skills renewal aligned to our 2026–2031 strategy. The Board provides strategic leadership, governance and oversight across a complex organisation operating in education, research, consultancy and innovation. Members act as both Company Directors and Charity Trustees, contributing to high-quality decision-making, robust challenge and effective oversight of performance, risk and resources. The role requires a commitment of approximately 18–25 days per year, including Board and committee meetings and stakeholder engagement. These posts are non-remunerated.
About You
You will be a strategic leader with the judgement, independence and credibility to contribute at Board level. You will bring experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Audit and risk governance
- Tertiary education (Higher Education), skills, research, and international collaboration
- Rural and land-based sectors, including current farming experience
- Digital transformation, data and cyber resilience
- Equality, diversity and inclusion
- Innovation, commercialisation and entrepreneurship
- Strategic communications, stakeholder engagement and organisational reputation
You will be collaborative yet willing to provide constructive challenge, with strong communication skills and a commitment to high standards of governance, integrity and public value. You will share SRUC’s ambition to drive sustainable growth and innovation within the natural economy.
Application process
For a confidential discussion, please contact the following at Aspen People: Donogh O’Brien - 07795 812 574 Katharine Price -07899 791 508 or Gillian Blackadder - 07475 035 621. The office number is 0141 212 7555
To apply, please visit https://www.aspenpeople.co.uk/srucnonexecs/ for full information and to upload your CV and cover letter (as one document).
Closing date for applications: midnight on Thursday 10th September 2026
Interviews will be conducted w/c 28th September 2026. Exact date TBC
Please can you note any annual leave or prior commitments you have planned during this time, on your application.