The University has named leading business consultant Amarjit Singh as its new Special Advisor for India.
Amarjit is currently the Chief Executive Officer of the advisory consultancy, the India Business Group, and is an alumnus of the Law School. He is an established expert in Indian business affairs, and ranked as one of the top 100 most influential Sikhs in the world.
In this newly created role, Amarjit will work closely with the University’s leadership team and International Office to support the University with its India development and engagement strategy – drawing on his expertise, network and knowledge of the country. He will assist with the forging of external partnerships and new collaborations with academic and industry organisations based in India.
Commenting on the appointment, Amarjit Singh stated:
“I am honoured to be appointed in this new role at the University of Southampton. I look forward to contributing to the development of the University’s international strategy, particularly at a time when the UK / India relationship is exciting and full of opportunities.”
Professor Mark Spearing, Pro Vice-Chancellor (International) said:
“As an alumnus of our University, Amarjit has been a long-standing advocate and supporter. I am delighted to welcome Amarjit into this new role as a Special Advisor and look forward to benefitting from his extensive knowledge.
“The University of Southampton’s credentials seem an obvious fit with India’s dynamic and innovative outlook, so it is entirely appropriate that we step up our activities and increase our focus on building more significant and lasting relationships with Indian institutions to a more formal level and with a higher degree of visibility.”