Senior Vice President elections

Lead. Inspire. Shape the Future.

Applications are now open for our next Senior Vice President.

This is a unique opportunity to help lead a globally recognised professional body and play a key role in shaping the future of the profession and the built and natural environments we serve.

The Senior Vice President is elected by Governing Council and typically serves a one-year term before progressing to President Elect and then President, the most senior role at RICS.

The role is open to all Chartered Members (MRICS and FRICS) in good standing, and we encourage applications from members across the world.

The process

The Senior Vice President selection process is designed to be robust, transparent, and fair. It includes multiple stages, clearly defined selection criteria, independent oversight, and comprehensive due diligence.

From the appointment of a diverse Appointments Panel and the engagement of external search consultants, through to the assessment and vetting of candidates and their supporters, each stage is designed to ensure an objective and rigorous evaluation.

We encourage applications from all eligible members and are committed to providing every candidate with a fair opportunity to demonstrate their suitability for the role.

The process culminates in an election by Governing Council in accordance with the RICS Standing Orders, providing multiple layers of scrutiny, accountability and independent assurance.

For a detailed overview of each stage of the process, please refer to the Summary of the SVP Election Process.

How to apply

To find out more about the role and submit an application, please visit Green Park.

Any questions?

If you have any questions about the process, please contact the Governance Team governanceappointments@rics.org

Frequently asked questions

A full list is provided in the Available resources section below.

The Senior Vice President plays a key leadership role in guiding the Institution’s strategic direction, upholding professional standards, and driving engagement across the surveying profession. The Senior Vice President supports the President, the President Elect and Governing Council in setting our global strategy and ensuring RICS fulfils its Royal Charter obligations.

The full role description for Senior Vice President can be found in the ‘Available resources’ section below.

Elections for Senior Vice President are held every year. Typically, applications open in May, followed by longlisting, shortlisting, and interviews with the Appointment Panel in June, July and August respectively, and election by Governing Council at their September meeting.

This year's elections have been delayed due to the Independent Review, which began in December 2025. The search for the 2027 Senior Vice President will commence in September, with the election by Governing Council happening in February 2027. The new Senior Vice President will be announced in March.

The role of Senior Vice President is usually for a 1-year term, commencing in the January, however, the term for the 2027 SVP will commence in March following their election. Subject to satisfactory performance, the Senior Vice President then progresses to President Elect and then to President both of which are for 1-year terms commencing on the 1 January each year.

Green Park is acting as an employment agency advisor to RICS on this appointment. Candidates should apply for this role through their website.