The Chancellor is the titular head of Bangor University. Their duties include conferring degrees, acting as an ambassador for the university, and promoting the university and its achievements.
Prior to the university's independence in 2007, the titular head of the institution was the President.
The current chancellor since 2022 is Professor Sir Robin Williams.
The university allows for the appointment of up to two pro-chancellors, who act as functional deputies for the chancellor. The vice-chancellor, whilst officially acting on behalf of the chancellor, is the chief executive of the university.