Professor of Management

University of Leeds - Management & Organisations Department

Location:	Leeds
Salary:	Competitive
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Permanent

Placed On: 10th March 2026

Closes: 12th April 2026

Job Ref: BUSMO1004

Do you have an excellent research track record with the vision and drive to tackle new challenges? Are you passionate about delivering world leading research and an exceptional student experience?

Join a globally renowned Russell Group institution where pioneering research meets innovative teaching, and where your work can make a lasting impact on business and society. We are seeking an exceptional academic to lead transformative research, publish in top-tier journals, and inspire the next generation through outstanding teaching and academic leadership.

About us

Ranked among the top 100 universities globally (QS World University Rankings 2025), Leeds University Business School is a prestigious faculty within the University of Leeds. With over 5,000 students from more than 100 countries, we are committed to delivering world-class education and research that makes a meaningful impact on business and society.

Management and Organisations Department

Our Department undertakes research and teaching in the areas of Strategy, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Organisational Behaviour and Occupational Psychology. We want to recruit a senior colleague who can enhance our international reputation in one or more of these areas, complementing and enhancing our existing areas of strength (title on appointment can reflect the appointed candidates specific field or area of management).

The role

As Professor of Management, you will help strengthen our international reputation through high quality, impactful research and effective academic leadership. You will support our global mission by producing influential work, integrating research with teaching to deliver an excellent student experience, and fostering strong interdisciplinary partnerships. Exceptional communication, collaboration and organisational skills are essential as you help advance our ambition to make a meaningful difference to business and society worldwide.

For more information please see the candidate brief and also visit Leeds University Business School.

Our offer

The University of Leeds offers a range of benefits including generous pension schemes and family friendly policies. To learn more follow the link to our benefits website.

How to apply

To apply, please submit a CV plus a supporting statement (maximum of three pages of A4) outlining how you see yourself adding to the teaching and research of the Department, including an outline of short- and medium-term research plans and current work in progress.

Contact

To arrange an informal discussion, or for any queries regarding the role, please contact:

Professor Andy Charlwood, Head of Management and Organisations Department
Email: a.charlwood@leeds.ac.uk

Closing date

12 April 2026