Registry is a key central administrative Unit of the University supporting Schools, students, senior management and external stake-holders through admissions, the administration of student records, the co-ordination of international partnerships and study abroad, curriculum and timetabling records and the provision of associated reporting.  Members of staff are required to work flexibly and provide support across the Unit according to the priorities of the academic cycle. The Unit actively supports the University’s strategy of improving the effectiveness and integration of administrative processes and services with various projects and cross-unit functions.

We are seeking a professional, highly motivated and organised individual, with a commitment to excellent customer service, to join the Postgraduate Teams as Registry Officer. You will have experience of working in higher education administration as well as knowledge and understanding of the key HE issues affecting students across the sector.  You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and be enthusiastic about the Unit’s desire to enhance our service to students. You will be responsible for the processes, procedures, and data relating to the academic administration of postgraduate students including applications, enrolment, and postgraduate examination procedures. You will play a key role in the development of excellent service delivery and will have line management responsibility for administrative staff within the postgraduate taught and research teams. You will work closely with colleagues in Admissions and Schools, as well as colleagues across Registry, to ensure that operational business and development projects are delivered on time, and that our students receive a first-rate and joined-up service.

The post is for 8 months to cover maternity leave and will start Mid February 2016.

Informal enquiries to Alison Sandeman, Assistant Registrar, Tel:  +44 (0) 1334 462134, Email: as7@st-andrews.ac.uk.

The University of St Andrews is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all, which is further demonstrated through its working on the Gender and Race Equality Charters and being awarded the Athena SWAN award for women in science, HR Excellence in Research Award and the LGBT Charter;  http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/diversityawards/.

Interview Date: 8 January 2016

Please quote ref:  AD2486ML

Closing Date:  21 December 2015

Further Particulars: AD2486ML FPs.pdf

Registry
Salary:  £31,656 - £37,768 per annum
Start Date:  Mid February 2016
Fixed Term:  8 months (maternity cover)