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Deputy President
As a result of the retirement of Lord Hodge at the end of December 2025, applications are sought for the appointment of a Deputy President of the UK Supreme Court.
The role of the Deputy President of the Supreme Court is in addition to the role of Justice. The Deputy President supports the President across the whole range of his/her duties and assumes the duties of the President if that office holder is absent. The role of Deputy President requires leadership, administrative and managerial skills. The Deputy President must also foster collegiality within the Justices and a collaborative working culture. The Deputy President supports the President in managing internal and external relationships, including relations with government, Parliament, other courts, and the media.
The role of the Deputy President of the Supreme Court is in addition to the role of Justice. Consequently, applicants who are not currently a Justice of the UK Supreme court will need to meet the eligibility requirements and demonstrate their suitability for appointment as a Justice.
The UK Supreme Court and Judicial Committee of the Privy Council hear a wide range of very complex and high-profile legal appeals, which can have a considerable impact across the United Kingdom and beyond.
All those appointed to the Court need to be people of truly exceptional intellectual and legal ability, with sound judgment and decisiveness. The selection commission is looking for candidates who can show an ability to contribute to the collegiate decision-making of the Court, a sensitivity to the needs of different communities and groups and an ability and willingness to engage in the wider representational and leadership role of a Justice, together with an appreciation of the developing nature of the constitution and law in England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales. The Supreme Court is required by statute to have judges with a knowledge of, and experience of practice in, the law of each part of the United Kingdom.
The UK Supreme Court’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is deeply rooted in its values. We recognise that diversity brings richness to the judiciary, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Details about the selection process can be found on the UKSC website. Further information about the skills and experience required for the role can be found in the information pack www.supremecourt.uk/about-the-court/judicial-vacancy-deputy-president
Please contact Grainne Hawkins (grainne.hawkins@supremecourt.uk tel: 020 7960 1906) for an application form.
The closing date for applications is 5pm on 25th April 2025.
