Emma Rowson

Emma joined as Head of USG Planning and Operations in July 2026. She also heads up USG’s Business Unit, providing critical support services to University Secretary’s Group to effectively deliver services for our students and staff. Emma has worked at the University since 2009 across admissions, change and operations.

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Melissa’s remit includes:

  • Strategic planning, budgeting, aspects of HR, finance, IT and Old College health and safety issues
  • Supporting the University Secretary and the USG Directors, as well as working closely with USG’s Head of Finance, HR and IT
  • Representing USG on University-wide committees and programme boards to ensure its voice is heard and requirements are taken into consideration when implementing any change.  

Her priorities include:

  • Delivering the core business unit functions effectively and efficiently
  • Making decisions on prioritisation, to support the achievement of USG objectives
  • Providing support across USG to deliver our 2025-26 priorities  
  • Achieving USG’s budget and leading on USG’s Business Administrative Support Review. 

Emma Rowson

Head of USG Planning and Operations

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