Oliver Dean
The Trust Board
Olly is a qualified solicitor and senior legal leader, with extensive experience supporting fast-growing organisations and complex institutions. In his professional career, Olly is Head of Legal, Risk & Compliance at BeZero Carbon, where he is building and leads the company’s legal and compliance function, advising the CEO and senior leadership on governance, regulatory and strategic risk matters.
Earlier in his career, Olly worked within leading higher education institutions, including Imperial College London and the University of East Anglia, supporting research, academic and commercial partnerships. This experience gives Olly a strong appreciation of the education sector and the importance of good governance in supporting educational excellence.
Olly has always believed in the power of a high-quality education to transform lives and is proud to serve GLF Schools on the Board of Trustees. He brings expertise in governance, risk management, compliance and strategic decision-making to support the Trust’s mission and long-term success.
Date of Appointment: 17th November 2025
Appointed by Members
