John Britton

Lead Consultant

John Britton has spent over 27 years working at the intersection of strategy, planning, and governance in the UK higher education sector. His career includes senior leadership roles in university planning and policy, and he has worked extensively with a wide range of higher education providers and sector agencies across the country.

John helps institutions address their most pressing challenges by bringing clarity to complex problems. Whether stress-testing business plans, evaluating financial sustainability, or aligning institutional priorities with national policy drivers, his work is rooted in delivering actionable insights and fostering collaborative solutions.

With deep experience in stakeholder engagement — from governing bodies to student representatives — John ensures that every recommendation is both strategically sound and grounded in the real-world needs of the institution.