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Zainab Khan

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Chief Executive Officer and Principal at University Academy 92 (UA92)
📍 United Kingdom

Zainab Khan is the Chief Executive Officer and Principal of University Academy 92 (UA92), bringing over 18 years of experience in higher education leadership. A barrister with a PhD in Law, she has a recognized track record of improving student outcomes and driving strategic transformation at several London-based universities.

She is deeply committed to advancing social mobility, equity, and inclusion. This is demonstrated through her work and her prominent role as the Vice-Chair of the Premier Leagues Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Standard, where she works with leaders across the league to embed inclusive practices for staff and communities.

Unique fact: Zainab is also the founder of the Senior Women of Colour in Higher Education Network.

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Experience
19 Years
Current Role
Chief Executive Officer and Principal
Job Level
Leadership
Location
United Kingdom
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Equity & Inclusion
Her career is marked by a focus on EDI, highlighted by her Vice-Chair role at the Premier League and leading significant reductions in racialised awarding gaps.
Higher Ed Transformation
Previously a Pro Vice-Chancellor for Transformation, she specializes in revitalizing academic and operating models to improve institutional performance and financial health.
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Career

Work history

7-2026
Chief Executive Officer and Principal
University Academy 92 (UA92)
4-2024 - 7-2026
Pro Vice-Chancellor Academic Resources & Transformation
London South Bank University
7-2023 - 3-2024
Pro Vice-Chancellor Education & Student Experience
Royal Holloway, University of London
9-2019 - 8-2023
Pro Vice-Chancellor (Teaching & Learning)
London Metropolitan University
1-2007 - 9-2019
Faculty Director: Student Experience (Business & Law)
University of the West of England
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Education
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Law
University of the West of England
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