College Senior Advisor (0123-26) – Derby, DE22 1GB
About the University
We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.
The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.
We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.
Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.
About the College/Department
The Registry support all aspects of the student journey, right from initial enquiry and application, all the way through to final award and student completion. We strive to provide an outstanding service to all our users and to be thought leaders in our fields of expertise, developing research informed practise. Registry teams work collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver a high-performance culture that promotes wellbeing, diversity and opportunity for all, supporting excellent student experience.
As a Senior College Advisor you would be part of the wider Registry Team including working within the College Registry Operations Team and the Student Hub.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Senior College Advisor to join our College Registry Operations Team, playing a pivotal role in supporting our students and academic teams.
Our College Senior Advisors make a significant contribution to the student journey which can help them achieve their success. You will manage a team of advisors who will provide academic administration across a range of programmes, ensuring that effective processes are in place to provide an excellent experience for students. Being digitally focused you will use a range of technologies to support the inter site working of the Registry. You will also be comfortable with using technology to gather information to gain a clear understanding of the level of student engagement and performance on the programme with working knowledge of the wider services of the Registry to enable you to deliver a seamless service to students and staff.
You will be responsible for ensuring data quality within a right first-time ethos for all data within your business area, supported by an awareness and understanding of the data processed within your area, particularly any data classed as personal or sensitive.
Working together with colleagues in our academic colleges and professional services, we aim to provide a high-quality user experience for students and staff who support the student journey (admissions to graduation). The role will also include supporting our Student Hub offering support, advice and guidance on a variety of areas. We are committed to excellence and continuous improvement in all that we do and aim to provide a service that is fair, compliant, professional, and dynamic.
Anticipated interview date: Tuesday 16th June 2026
The primary base for this role will be across all Derby sites. However, due to programme delivery across both Derby and Chesterfield locations, there will be a requirement to travel to Chesterfield on a weekly basis. The post holder must be flexible and able to work across both locations to meet service needs, including providing extra cover as and when required.
About You
The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and are confident working with colleagues across the University. You’ll communicate clearly and professionally, with a strong focus on accuracy and customer service.
You will be highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines. You’ll also be able to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and sound judgement. You will provide administration across the University, ensuring that effective processes are in place to deliver gold standard services consistently across the Registry. Liaising across the Colleges and Registry, you will act as a contact point for staff and students providing advice, information, guidance and professional support services. You should be proactive and inquisitive, willing to question, investigate, and improve processes. Adaptable and resilient, you’ll respond positively to changing priorities and challenges.
You should be confident using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and able to quickly learn new systems. The ability to set up, maintain, and clearly communicate administrative systems and processes is essential. You will be self-motivated, able to work on your own initiative, and take a proactive approach to your work.
You will work with academic colleagues to deliver excellent student support and provide data and information to support student outcomes.
Benefits
- Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
- Discounted onsite gym
- Cycle to Work scheme
- A flexible working environment
- A commitment to personal and professional development
Key Contact
For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Julie Eley, College Team Leader via j.eley@derby.ac.uk
For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk
Important Information
The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
Please visit our website for more information.
The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.
Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.
Closing Date: 02 Jun 2026
Area: Administrative Support
Salary: £28,636 to £30,394 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £34,953 per annum)
College Senior Advisor (0123-26) – Derby, DE22 1GB
About the University
We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.
The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.
We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.
Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.
About the College/Department
The Registry support all aspects of the student journey, right from initial enquiry and application, all the way through to final award and student completion. We strive to provide an outstanding service to all our users and to be thought leaders in our fields of expertise, developing research informed practise. Registry teams work collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver a high-performance culture that promotes wellbeing, diversity and opportunity for all, supporting excellent student experience.
As a Senior College Advisor you would be part of the wider Registry Team including working within the College Registry Operations Team and the Student Hub.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Senior College Advisor to join our College Registry Operations Team, playing a pivotal role in supporting our students and academic teams.
Our College Senior Advisors make a significant contribution to the student journey which can help them achieve their success. You will manage a team of advisors who will provide academic administration across a range of programmes, ensuring that effective processes are in place to provide an excellent experience for students. Being digitally focused you will use a range of technologies to support the inter site working of the Registry. You will also be comfortable with using technology to gather information to gain a clear understanding of the level of student engagement and performance on the programme with working knowledge of the wider services of the Registry to enable you to deliver a seamless service to students and staff.
You will be responsible for ensuring data quality within a right first-time ethos for all data within your business area, supported by an awareness and understanding of the data processed within your area, particularly any data classed as personal or sensitive.
Working together with colleagues in our academic colleges and professional services, we aim to provide a high-quality user experience for students and staff who support the student journey (admissions to graduation). The role will also include supporting our Student Hub offering support, advice and guidance on a variety of areas. We are committed to excellence and continuous improvement in all that we do and aim to provide a service that is fair, compliant, professional, and dynamic.
Anticipated interview date: Tuesday 16th June 2026
The primary base for this role will be across all Derby sites. However, due to programme delivery across both Derby and Chesterfield locations, there will be a requirement to travel to Chesterfield on a weekly basis. The post holder must be flexible and able to work across both locations to meet service needs, including providing extra cover as and when required.
About You
The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and are confident working with colleagues across the University. You’ll communicate clearly and professionally, with a strong focus on accuracy and customer service.
You will be highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines. You’ll also be able to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and sound judgement. You will provide administration across the University, ensuring that effective processes are in place to deliver gold standard services consistently across the Registry. Liaising across the Colleges and Registry, you will act as a contact point for staff and students providing advice, information, guidance and professional support services. You should be proactive and inquisitive, willing to question, investigate, and improve processes. Adaptable and resilient, you’ll respond positively to changing priorities and challenges.
You should be confident using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and able to quickly learn new systems. The ability to set up, maintain, and clearly communicate administrative systems and processes is essential. You will be self-motivated, able to work on your own initiative, and take a proactive approach to your work.
You will work with academic colleagues to deliver excellent student support and provide data and information to support student outcomes.
Benefits
- Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
- Discounted onsite gym
- Cycle to Work scheme
- A flexible working environment
- A commitment to personal and professional development
Key Contact
For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Julie Eley, College Team Leader via j.eley@derby.ac.uk
For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk
Important Information
The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
Please visit our website for more information.
The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.
Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.
Closing Date: 02 Jun 2026
Area: Administrative Support
Salary: £28,636 to £30,394 per annum (for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £34,953 per annum)
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