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Shape the future of academic administration at a time of exciting transformation.

About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Director of Academic Registry, guiding critical University functions through a period of innovation and renewal. With a new Student Records System and emerging AI-enabled tools, this is a unique opportunity to modernise the way we support the student experience.

You will lead a high-performing department responsible for the full student lifecycle, from enrolment and assessment to records, timetabling and academic governance, ensuring our services are effective, future-focused and grounded in sector best practice.
If you are an inspiring leader with a passion for operational excellence, collaboration and the student experience, we would love to hear from you.

For informal enquiries about this vacancy, please contact the Recruitment Team on Recruitment@edgehill.ac.uk, who can forward your message to the appropriate individual.

About You

As Director of Academic Registry, you will have:

• A strong understanding of academic regulations, student lifecycle processes, and sector-wide developments
• Excellent planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• High level digital literacy, including student records systems and data compliance
• Significant experience of leading operational services in a student-focused environment
• Experience of contributing to strategic planning and translating vision into operational outcomes
• Experience of developing and implementing systems and processes to enhance service delivery
• A proven track record of managing teams through change and service improvement

At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Rewards & Benefits

• A minimum of 48 days annual leave per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days)
• Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
• Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.
• Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources
• A wide range of development programmes to enhance your career
• Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with our employer contribution of 17.8%

About Us

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before.

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world.

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.