The Vice-Chancellor is the University's chief executive and principal academic and administrative officer. He provides leadership and strategic direction to the University and is responsible for its financial sustainability.
The Vice-Chancellor is supported by a Senior Leadership Team with responsibility for specific activities within the University.
The Registrar is the deputy chief executive and is the head of the University's professional, administrative and support services including HR, Finance, Estates, Digital, Marketing and student services. He is responsible for the governance of the University and is Deputy Chief Executive, stepping in for the Vice Chancellor in their absence.
The Directors of the administrative and support services report directly to the Registrar.
Professor Steve Wilks has been appointed Provost from 1st December 2019 to 31st December 2022. He also has delegated authority for Planning & Resources and oversight of all academic Colleges at Swansea.
Professor Martin Stringer is the Pro-Vice Chancellor with delegated responsibility for Student Recruitment, Student Experience and Education.
Professor Helen Griffiths is the Pro-Vice Chancellor with delegated responsibility for Research and Innovation.
Professor Elwen Evans QC is the Executive Dean PVC, Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Professor Keith Lloyd is the Executive Dean PVC for the Faculty of Health & Life Sciences
Professor Kenith Meissner is the Executive Dean PVC, Faculty of Science & Engineering
Sarah Jones is the Director of Finance with responsibility for providing strategic financial leadership, expert advice and guidance on all financial matters across the University’s operational services, as well as extensive input into the strategic decisions regarding investment.
