17 Oct
University of Oxford
Oxford
Job description
Examination Schools, High Street, Oxford The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence.
Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.
Department The Head of Student Records leads a team of sixteen to provide a focused student record management service through three teams : the Academic Records Office, the Degree Conferrals Office and the Data Quality Team.
The team is part of the wider Education Services which supports assessments, student immigration, student systems support and data modelling and analytics.
What We Offer As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including :
- An excellent contributory pension scheme
- 38 days annual leave
- A comprehensive range of childcare services
- Family leave schemes
- Cycle loan scheme
- Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
- Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs This role also offers the opportunity for hybrid working. About the Role You will be responsible for the maintenance and curation of the University’s student records in a complex environment with multiple systems of records and a devolved administration.
You will be a key player in promoting data standards leading on the development of policy and practice in student record matters in Oxford, to ensure that services offered meet the standard of excellence expected, and that academic integrity of the records is maintained at all times.
You will have responsibility for leading the review and analysis of operational processes to provide effective services for staff and students;
to inform the development of enhancements to supporting systems; and to propose and lead policy changes where appropriate.
You will be a key contributor to the University’s Data Strategy Implementation Programme leading on the response to identified recommendations. About You You will :
- have the ability to manage and lead large teams and a diverse workforce and be capable of leading institution-wide projects with multiple stakeholder groups.
- draw on your stakeholder management and negotiating skills to persuade and influence the organization and colleagues at all levels to the benefits for change.
- have awareness of the issues relating to the provision and analysis of student data especially in relation to quality assurance and enhancement, data protection and information security.
Strong critical and analytical skills with a methodical approach to investigating problems and resolving issues. Application Process
▶️ Head of Student Records
🖊️ University of Oxford
📍 Oxford