Assistant Registrar

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Registrar to join the Finance Office, playing a key role in delivering high-quality administrative and governance services. In this role, you will support governance processes for the University's subsidiary companies and related entities, lead the Finance Office Administration Team, and contribute to a variety of governance-related and departmental projects.

This position offers hands-on experience in corporate governance while allowing you to develop broader administrative and management skills. You will work closely with senior University staff, gaining valuable exposure to decision-making at the highest levels—experience that will support your career progression in governance and senior University administration.

Through supporting a diverse range of subsidiary companies— including recruitment and advertising services, conference centres, international ventures, and the innovation and property-focused businesses of the Science Park—you will gain a fascinating insight into the University's varied commercial and strategic activities.

About You

Are you a highly organised and detail-oriented professional with experience in governance and committee management? Do you thrive in a fast-paced role where your ability to build strong relationships and provide support and advice makes a real impact? Are you proactive, ambitious and keen to develop? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

You will be educated to degree level and ideally hold a professional qualification from the Chartered Governance Institute (CGIUKI) or have equivalent experience.

With excellent interpersonal skills, you will confidently engage with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, handling sensitive matters with discretion. You will be highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities under pressure using your own initiative, and maintain meticulous attention to detail.

Whether you already have experience in staff management or are eager to develop leadership skills, this role offers an exciting opportunity to grow in a supportive environment.

Support towards achieving a CGIUKI professional qualification will be available if required.

About the Department

The University Finance office supports business planning and innovation to maximise the financial resources available to the University and create the long-term sustainable financial platform required for future growth. Finance staff across the University are networked as a professional community of expertise. You will be supported to continue your professional journey through access to Continuing Professional Development training opportunities, sector networks and regular Finance Office briefings.

As a member of staff at Warwick you can enjoy a wide range of competitive benefits. The University offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities, and we will work with you to support your career development. We respect and reward achievement and recognise the importance of a flexible total reward package. Take a look at the benefits that are on offer, including an attractive pension scheme, a generous annual leave entitlement (including Christmas closure), family friendly policies, and discounted Warwick Sport membership.

The role is campus based however staff can opt to work under the Finance Office's current hybrid policy where a maximum of 40% of time (2 days per week for full time staff; normally Tuesdays and Fridays) can be worked remotely. Further details are available on request or at interview stage.