Assistant Registrar Academic Policy
Job Description
Faculty / Department
Academic Services
Salary
£56,652 – £68,005 per annum
Location / Campus
South Kensington and White City Campus – Hybrid
Contract Type / Work Pattern
Full time – Fixed term
Closing date
24-Oct-2024
About the role
Do you have experience of quality assurance work within higher education and an interest in academic policy development?
The university’s Quality Assurance and Enhancement Team oversees a range of processes designed to ensure the university meets internal and external requirements for quality assurance and academic standards, drawing on external guidance and expertise. In the role of Assistant Registrar (Academic Policy), you will lead on the development and implementation of academic policy and associated quality assurance procedure documentation. You will also lead on the development of data sets to support the university’s quality assurance processes.
What you would be doing
You will be responsible for leading the research and development of the university’s academic policies for taught programme provision and research degrees, which set out the university’s expectations, obligations and procedures for use by staff and students across the university.
You will be responsible for the design and delivery of staff briefing sessions on the implementation of academic policies and manage the policy review cycle.
You will work with relevant teams across the university in the development of data sets to support quality assurance procedures and be responsible for the analysis of data and presentation of recommendations to senior committees. You will develop systems to enhance data sharing within Registry and to colleagues in departments and faculties.
You will be expected to keep abreast of changes to higher education policy both within and outside the university and be able to advise colleagues with complex enquiries.
What we are looking for
An understanding of quality assurance and enhancement processes and procedures in a higher education setting.
Experience of leading the development and implementation of academic policy and associated quality assurance procedure documentation.
Experience of ensuring that internal quality assurance and regulatory frameworks meet the expectations of external regulatory bodies.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to liaise will colleagues at all levels of the College.
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to communicate complex information clearly, concisely and persuasively; highly developed negotiating and influencing skills.
What we can offer you
The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity
The opportunity to lead on the development of academic policies and associated quality assurance procedure documentation.
The opportunity to work with professionals in an innovative and dynamic quality assurance team, overseeing a range of processes designed to ensure the university meets internal and external requirements for quality assurance and academic standards.
Benefit from sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes)
Get access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day 1, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and a cycle-to-work scheme
Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel
Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
Further information
Registry Staff are currently working from our South Kensington Campus, but will be relocating to a new Professional Services Hub in White City in spring 2025. This role will be based at the new hub.
This is a 12 month fixed term contract
Candidates are required to complete an online application – CVs only will not be considered.
If you require any further details on the role, please contact:
Scott Tucker, Deputy Director of Academic Quality and Standards, [email protected]
Available documents
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Download: Assistant Registrar Academic Policy Job Description.Pdf
Download: Employee Benefits Booklet.Pdf
Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.
We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
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