Neil Unsworth
Director, Oxford Leadership and Character Programme
Neil is a Senior Fellow of Practice working within The Oxford Character Project as Director of the Oxford Leadership and Character Programme. His focus is on the human dynamics of leadership and the qualities of character that enable leaders to build trust, think with clarity, embrace diversity, empower others, and persevere through difficult times.
Prior to joining the University, Neil spent a full career as a professional soldier in the British Army. Commissioned as an infantry officer in 1990, he has commanded British and NATO troops on operations in Northern Ireland, the Balkans, the Middle East and Central Asia at every level up to Commander British Land Forces in Iraq.
Neil has a Master’s degree in Defence Studies and postgraduate qualifications in Military Science, and Higher and Professional Education. He was appointed OBE in 2013.