About us
Student and Registry Services (SRS) provides essential services across the student lifecycle, supporting UCL faculties and departments to deliver a high-quality student experience. Within SRS, Student Lifecycle Services is responsible for the operational management and assurance of taught student records from enrolment through to progression, award and the production of official academic records.
As part of Student Operations, Student Lifecycle Services is led through two complementary Head of Student Lifecycle Services roles, with each postholder accountable for a defined service portfolio while sharing responsibility for a coherent, resilient and student-centred end-to-end student lifecycle service.
We are looking for an experienced student lifecycle professional to join us as Head of Student Lifecycle Services (Enrolment & Student Records). This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for services that are fundamental to the integrity of UCL’s academic administration and the student experience.
About the role
As Head of Student Lifecycle Services (Enrolment and Student Records), you will provide strategic leadership for UCL’s enrolment and student records services across undergraduate, postgraduate taught, affiliate and other taught student populations.
You will lead the Student Lifecycle Managers within your portfolio and provide strategic oversight of UCL’s annual enrolment and re-enrolment cycle, ensuring effective governance, operational readiness and coordinated delivery across faculties, departments and professional services. You will act as the senior business process owner for enrolment and student record management, ensuring student records, status and key lifecycle information are accurate, timely and appropriately controlled.
Working collaboratively across UCL, you will lead service improvement and redesign, strengthen governance and resilience, and provide senior oversight of complex and sensitive student record matters. You will also shape the development of student lifecycle systems and processes, using data, user feedback and sector insight to improve service quality, compliance, efficiency and the student experience.
Please note, this role is offered on a full-time basis with hybrid working available, currently a minimum of 1-day per week in our London Kings Cross office (subject to change) plus onsite events when required.
Job Ref: B01-05766
Closing Date: 30-10-2026 – 23:59 (UK time)
About you
You will be an experienced student lifecycle professional with substantial senior experience of enrolment, student status and student record management within a complex higher education environment. You will have a strong understanding of the UK higher education student lifecycle and the policy and regulatory environment affecting enrolment, student status and student records.
You will have experience of leading complex, high-volume and deadline-critical services and managing managers, alongside a strong track record in strategic service leadership, service redesign and organisational or digital change. You will be confident owning complex processes, controls, risks and data quality within a regulated environment, and using management information and user feedback to improve services and inform decisions.
A collaborative and inclusive leader, you will have excellent influencing and communication skills, strong strategic judgement and the ability to build effective relationships with senior stakeholders across organisational boundaries. You will be comfortable making evidence-based decisions in complex circumstances and remaining calm and accountable during high-pressure operational periods. Experience of SITS or another enterprise student information system, and of working with product, agile delivery or technology teams, would be desirable.
What we offer
- 41 days’ holiday (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days)
- Option to purchase 5 additional days’ annual leave
- Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
- Cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, and immigration loan
- Relocation support for eligible posts
- On-site nursery and gym
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
- Staff Support Service (employee assistance programme)
- Discounted medical insurance
Full details: UCL Rewards and Benefits.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.
We particularly encourage applications from candidates underrepresented in UCL’s workforce, including those from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, and – for Grade 9 and 10 roles – women.
Read more: UCL Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
Applicants should also familiarise themselves with UCL’s policies on: Prevention of Bullying, Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy and Personal Relationships Policy
Head of Student Lifecycle Services (Enrolment & Student Records) in London employer: UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON
UCL's Information Services Division (ISD) is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration among over 50,000 staff and students. With a commitment to employee growth, ISD provides extensive benefits including 41 days of holiday, a defined benefit pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development in cutting-edge technology areas. Located in the heart of London, UCL promotes a diverse and inclusive culture, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in higher education.
