Executive

As a University we are led by our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Martin Jones.

Overall management of the University is the responsibility of the University Executive, which comprises the Vice-Chancellor, Pro Vice Chancellor (Digital Transformation), Pro Vice Chancellor (Academic), Chief Financial Officer & Deputy Chief Executive, and Chief Operating Officer.

The Executive Team are responsible for corporate strategy and operational policy decisions.

Professor Martin Jones

Vice Chancellor & Chief Executive

Professor Martin Jones joined University of Staffordshire as Deputy Vice-Chancellor in May 2017 and has responsibility for Research, Digital Services, Estates and Commercial Services, Technical Services and University of Staffordshire Academy Trust.

Martin's profile

Sally Mcgill

Chief Fin. Officer & Deputy Chief Execu

Sally joined the Executive Team of University of Staffordshire in July 2019. As Chief Financial Officer and Deputy Chief Executive, Sally is responsible for the University’s financial, commercial and environmental sustainability.

Sally's profile

Ian Blachford

Chief Operating Officer

Ian is the Chief Operating Officer at University of Staffordshire and a member of the University’s Executive Team.

Ian's profile

Professor Raheel Nawaz

Pro V C - Digital Transformation

Professor Raheel Nawaz PFHEA NTF provides the strategic leadership and management of the University’s continuing digital transformation agenda and leads transformative action across the University to deliver enhanced academic experience.

Raheel's profile

Professor Annabel Kiernan

Pro Vice_Chancellor- Academic Prof

Professor Annabel Kiernan is Pro Vice-Chancellor - Academic at University of Staffordshire where her focus is delivering on the University’s strategic priorities, specifically around next generation education and experience.

Annabel's profile
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Sustainable Development Goal 4, Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024

for Career Prospects

Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023

Top 5 for Social Inclusion

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

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The Mail University Guide 2025

of Research Impact is ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Very Considerable’

Research Excellence Framework 2021

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Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023

of Research is “Internationally Excellent” or “World Leading”

Research Excellence Framework 2021

Four Star Rating

QS Star Ratings 2021