Leigh is Vice-Principal and University Secretary, a position she’s held since 2022. She has worked at the University since 2014, when she was appointed as the first Director of Legal Services. In her role, Leigh leads more than 1,000 staff across seven directorates within University Secretary’s Group (USG). USG is responsible for enhancing the University’s reputation through strategic global partnerships, expert legal counsel and innovative communications, ensuring that our students and graduates benefit from being associated with a highly respected institution. Leigh’s remit includes oversight of:The University’s governance and planning processesStudent administrationInternational activityStudent recruitment and admissionsCommunications and marketingDevelopment and alumni activity Legal and information compliance servicesServing as Secretary to Court, the University's governing body.Her priorities include:Leading University Secretary's Group through a programme of changeEnhancing students’ experienceStrengthening our University's reputation. Learn more about Leigh’s role on the University’s senior leadership team Ruth Cooper PA to the Vice-Principal and University Secretary Contact details Email: Ruth.Cooper@ed.ac.uk This article was published on 2024-05-06
