Senior Vice President elections - applications open

Lead. Inspire. Shape the Future.

We are now accepting applications from members wishing to become our next Senior Vice President.

Being our Senior Vice President is an opportunity to hold a leading role in our globally recognised professional body which is committed to effecting positive change in the built and natural environments.

The Senior Vice President plays a key leadership role in helping to uphold professional standards and foster engagement within the surveying profession. Working alongside the President, the President Elect, and Governing Council, the SVP is also instrumental in setting our global strategy and ensuring RICS meets its Royal Charter obligations.

We’re seeking candidates who can:

Think strategically and communicate clearly
Build trust through respectful and open dialogue
Champion professionalism and responsible business practices
Engage confidently with senior leaders, governments, and global organisations
Inspire future generations of surveyors

Candidates will progress to become RICS President, who chairs Governing Council, and as such candidates should be able to lead discussions with stakeholders with diverse perspectives to enable constructive debate, collaboration, and reach a consensus.

How to apply

Apply now

If you would like to discuss the role of Senior Vice President and the application process or if you would like to apply, please contact Saxton Bampfylde, quoting QAPAQG on
E contact@saxbam.com, T +44 020 7227 0800 (during office hours), W www.saxbam.com/appointments

“The Senior Vice President, as a member of both the Presidential Team and Governing Council, can influence, guide and then lead the senior governance & leadership body of our Institution. The role is important, rewarding and critical in shaping the future thinking and direction of our profession and I strongly encourage all those who know they can fulfil the demands of the role to come forward and apply.”

Nick Maclean FRICS

Acting RICS President

“RICS thrives on the global recognition of its qualifications and standards because they ensure a high level of professional competence and integrity within the built environment sector. The passion and expertise of our members are what sustains and evolves RICS. If you’re ready to lead, drive innovation, and champion our profession, I encourage you to apply. Your voice and leadership are vital to the success of the institution.”

Maureen Ehrenberg FRICS

Acting RICS President Elect

“Senior Vice President is a critical role at RICS, not just as part of the progression to President, but as a role in its own right. It offers great opportunities to broaden your network in the profession while contributing to the governance and strategic direction of the organisation. Through our robust and transparent election process, we're looking for someone ambitious and future-focused, with a deep understanding of our profession; the markets we operate in; and the opportunities for RICS flourish and grow its influence.”

Justin Young

RICS CEO

Support on your journey

We’re committed to supporting the right candidate with tailored training and development to help them thrive in their role and grow confidently into the presidency. If you are passionate about advancing the profession, working in the public interest to advance knowledge, upholding standards, and inspiring current and future surveyors, we encourage you to apply.

A commitment to diversity

RICS is proud to be an equal opportunities organisation. We welcome applications from qualified members of all backgrounds and regions across the globe.

Process

The Senior Vice President selection process is robust with a multi-stage approach including defined selection criteria, and independent oversight. From the initial engagement of a diverse appointments panel and external search consultants to thorough due diligence on both candidates and their supporters, each step ensures a fair and rigorous evaluation.

The process encourages applications from all eligible members and includes comprehensive background checks and independent assessments. It culminates in a Governing Council election set out in the Standing Orders. All of which provide multiple layers of scrutiny and accountability. For a detailed breakdown of each stage, please refer to the Summary of the SVP Election Process.

Key dates
Closing date for applications	Midday BST, 9 June
Longlisting	23 June
Preliminary interviews with Saxton Bampfylde	30 June – 11 July
Shortlisting	24 July
Executive assessments / Due diligence	28 July – 15 August
Meetings with RICS CEO	30 July / 1 August
Interviews (remote) with Appointment Panel	20 / 26 / 28 August
Election by Governing Council (remote)	25 September
Attend (remote) Governing Council meeting (as an observer)	26 and 28 November
Appointment start date	1 January 2026

Any questions?

For more information on the role of Senior Vice President, Governing Council, or any other roles on RICS governance bodies, please contact the Governance Team on governanceappointments@rics.org