Registrar, University of Bristol, Mumbai Enterprise Campus

Sub-Department

Business

Job posted on

Nov 12, 2025

Employee Type

Permanent

Experience range (Years)

11 years - 35 years

Functional Area

Master Team Name

**About University of Bristol, MEC**

The University of Bristol - Mumbai Enterprise Campus is the University’s first international campus, created to bring world-class UK education to the heart of India’s innovation capital. Opening in Summer 2026, the campus is designed for innovation, inclusion, and collaboration, connecting students, researchers, and industry leaders to address real-world challenges.

Located in Mumbai, a global hub of enterprise, creativity, and technology, the campus embodies Bristol’s mission to deliver an impact-driven, globally connected learning experience. It will offer cutting-edge programmes in Data Science, Economics, Management, and Immersive Arts, combining academic excellence with practical engagement across India’s growing innovation ecosystem.

As part of a top-ranked global university (QS World Rank 2026: #51), the Mumbai Enterprise Campus will provide students with access to Bristol’s renowned faculty, research excellence, and strong industry partnerships, while fostering a vibrant, inclusive community.

**Main purpose of the role**:
The Registrar will serve as a senior leader responsible for overseeing all facets of academic administration, student records, regulatory compliance, and institutional governance at the University of Bristol, Mumbai Enterprise Campus (MEC). This foundational role is critical in establishing and managing systems that ensure academic integrity, adherence to Indian higher education regulations, and the delivery of seamless, student-centered services.

The Registrar will lead key institutional functions including student registration, academic calendar and course scheduling, examination management, records maintenance, and certification processes. Additionally, the role will manage compliance and engagement with Indian regulatory bodies such as UGC, AICTE, NAAC, and others, while acting as a vital liaison with the University of Bristol’s main campus to ensure alignment with the University’s global standards of academic quality and governance.

**Key Responsibilities**:
1. Academic Administration & Governance

- Establish and manage academic administrative operations including:

- Student registration and enrolment
- Academic calendars and course schedules
- Examination coordination and grading protocols
- Degree audits, certifications, and transcript issuance

- Serve as Secretary to statutory academic bodies such as:

- Academic Council
- Boards of Studies
- Examination Boards

- Maintain the integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality of all academic records in compliance with institutional policies and applicable legal standards.

2. Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance

- Lead academic quality assurance processes including:

- Program audits
- Faculty teaching evaluations
- Institutional effectiveness frameworks

- Ensure adherence to all relevant Indian regulatory requirements, including those of:

- UGC, AICTE, NAAC, NIRF, and other statutory bodies

- Collaborate with the University of Bristol’s academic governance team to ensure that policies, academic standards, and compliance protocols are consistent and globally aligned.
- Prepare and submit all regulatory filings, accreditation documents, and compliance reports in a timely and accurate manner.

3. Student Policy & Academic Conduct

- Develop and implement policies related to:

- Academic progression
- Attendance, credit transfer, and re-registration
- Student code of conduct and academic integrity
- Disciplinary actions and grievance redressal

- Monitor student eligibility, credit accumulation, and graduation readiness.
- Coordinate the student appeals and conduct processes in partnership with Academic Affairs and Student Services.

4. Parent & Guardian Communication (Academic Compliance Context)

- Serve as an institutional point of contact for parent/guardian communications regarding:

- Academic standing and progress
- Regulatory compliance and disciplinary matters
- Certification or documentation requests

- Ensure confidentiality, empathy, and policy-driven communication protocols are maintained in all stakeholder interactions.

5. Institutional Risk, Policy & Legal Oversight

- Draft, maintain, and periodically review institutional academic policies and standard operating procedures.
- Monitor institutional risks related to academic operations, legal compliance, and governance protocols.
- Liaise with legal counsel, audit committees, and compliance officers to manage internal audits, investigations, or regulatory inspections related to academic functions.

- Contribute to campus-wide strategic planning, institutional development, and accreditation preparation.
- Represent University of Bristol' in external forums, conferences, and regulatory visits.

**Eligibility Criteria**

**Professional Experience**

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