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Academic Registrar

Jesus College, Oxford - Academic Office

Location: Oxford
Salary: £56,625 to £65,336 p.a.
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 9th December 2025
Closes: 21st January 2026
The Academic Registrar will work directly with the Academic Director, and is the most senior role in the Academic Office under the Director. A fundamental function of this role is to act as a credible and accomplished Deputy to the Academic Director in all aspects of the Academic Office. They will have a team of four to assist them in conducting their responsibilities.

Specifically, the Registrar will have responsibility for: 
  • Early-Career Researchers, including postgraduates (supported by a Graduate Administrator): academic administration for on-course postgraduate students, and will be key in developing the postdoctoral and postgraduate experience in this key area within College;
  • Admissions (supported by an Admissions Officer and Access Officer): managing the admissions process for undergraduates and taking a part in the admissions process for postgraduates;
  • Student disability and finances (supported by a Student Support Officer): will act as the College’s Disability Lead, overseeing the provision of support for students with disabilities and individual requirements;
  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion considerations for students: taking an active role in the College EDI Committee and advising on issues relating to student provision.
Please note interviews will be held in person at Jesus College in Central Oxford on Friday 6th February 2026.

Key Responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential skills and experience
  • A Master’s level qualification, and ability to relate with the demands placed on the graduate community;
  • Proven ability to confidently deal with a variety of people at all levels of an organisation, and with those beyond such as applicants, schools, parents, and external bodies;
  • Good problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise judgement and take initiative;
  • Ability to deal with a wide range of responsibilities and with casework arising from the day-to-day functioning of the College as well as strategic matters;
  • Proven administrative skills, including evidence of operating at a senior level;
  • Ability to work calmly under pressure, prioritising work and meeting competing deadlines;
  • Evidence of working in an organised and methodical manner, with accuracy and excellent attention to detail;
  • Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to act as Secretary/minute taker at senior meetings;
  • Excellent team-working skills and ability to work co-operatively with others and build constructive relationships;
  • The ability to deal with sensitive and confidential matters with discretion;
  • Ability to supervise the work of staff;
  • Excellent IT skills.
Desirable 
  • PhD/DPhil qualification;
  • Experience of working in an academic setting;
  • Experience of working with postgraduates and/or early-career researchers.

About Jesus College Oxford

Jesus College combines academic excellence in teaching and research with an informal, vibrant, and supportive community. We currently have 400 undergraduates, 300 graduates, 110 Fellows, 50 lecturers and 90 support staff. Over 5,300 Alumni are in touch with the College, spread across 84 countries. Over 800 of our Old Members came back to College in the last twelve months and we hope that that number will continue to rise.
Documents
Academic registrar further particulars dec 25.pdf
Academic registrar - jd nov 2025.pdf
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