Peter Ethelston

ESRC Deputy Director of Governance and Policy

Peter Ethelston is Deputy Director of Governance and Policy at the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC).

Peter moved into this role in October 2021 having previously been Head of People Policy and Management for UK Research and Innovation. Much of his career in the UK was spent in the research councils in various HR roles. His substantive role is being covered by a short-term interim appointment.

Peter is working in an interim role supporting the Chief Operating Officer on special projects within the Policy, Operations, Governance and Grants portfolio.  He has a Social Science degree from the University of Cape Town and a post graduate diploma in Adult Education from the University of Johannesburg.

Last updated: 14 May 2025

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