Organisational structure, leadership and governance

This area provides a comprehensive overview of our organisational structure, how we are led, and the governance frameworks that ensure we remain trusted, transparent, and accountable.

This section outlines the key components of our structure, including the roles and responsibilities of our leadership team, the composition of our Board of Directors, and the policies that guide our operations. We encourage you to explore our Annual Reports, which provide detailed insights into our achievements, financial performance, and strategic initiatives over the past years.

Leadership team

The Chief Executive, Professor Colin Campbell, heads up a four person Executive team of a Deputy Chief Executive, Director of Operations and Director of Finance and Company Secretary.

Chief Executive, Professor Colin Campbell
Chair of board

Board members

Our board members come from around the UK and bring both a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives to the Institute, across science, strategy, innovation and engagement.

Committees

Our committees are chaired and attended by board members, focusing on specific areas of the organisation such as People and Governance, Audit and Finance, and SERIC.

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Annual reports and accounts

The James Hutton Institute keeps a detailed record of accounts and produces an annual report summarising the previous year’s output.

HR policies

Policies

The James Hutton Institute has various policies in place which we adhere to when conducting our business.

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