Interim Academic Registrar in England

Job description

Interim Academic Registrar

Location: West of England

Contract Type: Interim (6 months)

Start Date: As soon as possible

We are supporting our client, a University in the West of England, in their search for an experienced and knowledgeable HE professional with a strong background in regulatory and compliance matters. This is a pivotal role, working closely with senior leaders to shape and support key areas of academic governance and assurance.

About the Role

You will collaborate directly with the Deputy Registrar and Deputy Vice-Chancellors, contributing to strategic initiatives across academic assurance, collaborative provision, and academic governance. This is a high-impact role where your expertise will influence institutional practices and support decision-making at the highest levels.

Key Responsibilities

You will lead and contribute to a range of strategic projects and activities, including:

1. Enhancing academic assurance frameworks across the institution, including presentation and awareness raising
2. Producing high-quality annual reports for Academic Board and the Board of Governors
3. Undertaking in-depth investigations into incidents or issues where necessary
4. Supporting the implementation of recommendations from a recent collaborative provision review
5. Acting as Secretary to Academic Board and the Strategic Academic Portfolio Group
6. Advancing our Behaviour and Health Framework, integrating policies on Fitness to Study, Professional Suitability, and Student Conduct
7. Strengthening our partnership with the Students’ Union through a refreshed agreement and collaborative practices

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Significant senior-level experience in regulatory and compliance within the English higher education sector.
• A strong understanding of academic governance and quality assurance
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills
• The ability to influence and collaborate across academic and professional service teams
• Confidence in working independently and navigating complex institutional structures

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

14-07-2025

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English