Last month we shared the news that Victor Chu, who has served as Chair of UCL’s Council since August 2019, will be in July 2027. The process of recruiting a successor has now begun, overseen by a Search Committee established by Council and chaired by the Vice-Chair of Council, Dominic Blakemore. The Committee is supported in its work by a leading executive talent agency, Odgers, which has been engaged to advise on and support the search. The and the deadline for applications is 13 April 2026 .