Overview
Dr Polycarp Sam Luke holds the position of External Governor and Chair of Audit and Finance at Sotheby's Institute of Art [1][8]. Luke transitioned into a portfolio-based career focused on governance, community leadership, and the development of others following 36 years of senior leadership at Jacobs [2][10]. Luke's current roles include External Member of the UK Board and Chair of Audit and Risk at Online Education Services [3], Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Finance & Resources Board at Istituto Marangoni [4], External Independent Member and Chair of Audit and Risk at BIMM University [9], and Non-Executive Board Member of Nescot Enterprises Ltd [5]. Luke previously served as Chair of the Board at North East Surrey College of Technology from 2016 to 2022 [6]. Luke holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering from the University of Leeds [12] and a Bachelor of Science in Civil and Structural Engineering from the same institution [11].
Profile introduction
After 36 rewarding years of continuous service in senior leadership at Jacobs, I have transitioned into a portfolio based career focused on governance, community leadership, and the development of others. My career has been defined by navigating complex global challenges, leading large-scale teams, and delivering strategic growth. Today, I translate that three-decade legacy into three core pillars: 🏛 Board Governance & NED: I provide strategic oversight and risk management through a portfolio of Non-Executive Director roles, helping organisations scale with stability and vision. 🙏 Communi…
Career history
- External Member of the UK Board and Chair of Audit and RiskJun 2026 to presentOnline Education Services (OES)
- Non Executive Director and Chair of the Finance & Resources Board.May 2026 to presentIstituto Marangoni
- Non-Executive Board Member, Nescot Enterprises LtdJul 2022 to presentNorth East Surrey College of Technology (NESCOT)
- Chair of the BoardJul 2016 to Jul 2022North East Surrey College of Technology (NESCOT)
- Vice Chair Board of GovernorsJun 2014 to Jul 2016North East Surrey College of Technology (NESCOT)
- External Governor and Chair of Audit and FinanceOct 2018 to presentSotheby's Institute of Art
- External Independent Member and Chair of Audit and Risk BIMM University BoardApr 2023 to presentBIMM University
- Global Solutions Director - Consulting and AdvisoryNov 2024 to Mar 2026Jacobs
Education
Bachelor of Science, Civil and Structural Engineering1981 - 1984University of Leeds
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