Alun Parry

Alun Parry is a leading executive search consultant in the education and not-for-profit sectors. With a particular focus on higher education, he has insight into the issues and challenges impacting educational institutions and professionals. Alun’s expertise in international search for academic and professional leadership talent makes him a trusted partner to clients in the APAC region and beyond.

Professional Focus

More than 10 years’ experience in executive search
Specialist in the education sector, with additional expertise in leadership development and the not-for-profit sector
Focuses primarily on international searches for academic and professional leadership talent
Expert in partnering with universities to conduct global searches for Vice-Chancellors and Presidents, Deputy Vice-Chancellors, Pro Vice-Chancellors, and senior academic appointments including Deans, Directors of research institutes and Chairs, as well as non-academic director-level roles
Regular contributor at education and leadership development conferences

Business Expertise

Partner and Head of Higher Education Practice at one of the UK’s leading executive search firms
Started career with a number of UK universities in professional roles of increasing seniority

Additional Expertise

Education
Not-For-Profit
Public Sector

Areas of Expertise

Education & Certifications

MBA from UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School in Dublin
Bachelor’s degree with honours from Swansea University (UK)

Australia

Level 14, Aurora Place
88 Phillip Street
Sydney
Australia

Case Studies

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Driving Liquidity Strategy Leadership for a Transforming Private Credit Platform

Boyden partners with a leading private credit asset manager to appoint a Director of Fund Liquidity to support complex global fund structures and evolving investor demands.

Building Institutional Investment Operations Leadership for a Mission-Driven Family Office

Boyden partnered with a leading family office and its affiliated foundation to appoint a Head of Institutional Investment Operations capable of designing and implementing a scalable operational platform to support a growing investment portfolio and long-term philanthropic objectives.

Strengthening Advancement Capacity and Culture Through a Long-Term Search Partnership

With Boyden’s support, Loyola Marymount University built a high-performing advancement team by filling 15 key fundraising roles over five years, strengthening collaboration, continuity, and campaign readiness.

Thought Leadership

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Boyden Report Series

As social impact organisations stir our conscience, where does your organisation stand?

Social Impact Report: Analysing the trends and companies reshaping the role of enterprise in society, with expert insights from Boyden's Global Social Impact Practice Members

Blog

Middle Managers: The Untapped Growth Engine in Mid-Market Firms

Discover why middle managers are the hidden growth drivers in mid-market firms and how investing in their development can unlock strategic execution, team cohesion, and long-term performance.

Articles & Papers

Boyden in Malta: Momentum in the Mediterranean

A look at Malta’s most vibrant industries and economic successes with insights from local Partner Dr. Vassilis Trochalidis of Boyden Greece, Cyprus and Malta.