Jackie RussellThroughout my career in HR across higher education and health, I’ve been driven by a commitment to people, equality and creating safe, supportive environments. My work at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and on various boards has deepened my passion for education, culture and community.
Non-Executive Member
Jackie Russell is an experienced Human Resources professional, with a background in Human Resources and management in the Higher Education and Health sectors.
Jackie was the Director of Human Resources at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. A member of the senior management team, her remit covered the areas of Human Resources, Equality and Diversity, Health, Safety and Wellbeing and Child Protection.
Her board experience includes being a member of the Glasgow Regional Colleges Board for eight years eight. Jackie was chair of the Nominations and Remuneration Committee and also acted as Interim Senior Independent member.
She has been a Trustee of Sparqs, the student quality organisation and a co-opted member of the Remuneration Committee of Sistema Scotland, the music charity.
She is professionally qualified in mediation and has acted as a mentor for staff and students.
Jackie is a graduate of Glasgow University, a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development and has a particular interest in education and equality, the arts and culture.
She also has an interest in sports and has helped to run martial arts classes for nearly 30 years.
