The University of Law's president Nigel Savage will retire from his full-time post in April, after eighteen years leading the institution.

Savage, who has been awarded the title 'Emeritus President' for his contribution to the university, will be replaced by chief executive officer John Latham, who assumes the additional role of president.

When Savage joined in 1996, the college faced mounting criticism from City law firms for complacency and poor service.