Senior Registrar

New Zealand Skills & Education Group; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A private tertiary education provider in Auckland is seeking a Senior Registrar to lead academic administration and ensure compliance. Responsibilities include managing student data and reporting to regulatory bodies. Candidates should possess a tertiary qualification and strong experience in NZ's tertiary sector. The role offers a competitive salary, diverse workplace culture, and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free flu vaccination

Birthday leave

Staff referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in academic administration within NZ's tertiary sector.
• Deep understanding of NZQA and TEC frameworks.
• Previous leadership experience in managing small teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate, compliant academic data and student records.
• Manage and optimise the Student Management System -SELMA and ITR.
• Lead reporting to NZQA, TEC and other stakeholders.

Skills

Academic administration

Data analysis

Leadership

Understanding NZQA and TEC frameworks

Proficiency with SMS platforms

Education

Tertiary qualification in education or business

Tools

Power BI

Excel

SELMA

ITR Systems

Job description

Ko wai mātou | Who are we

New Zealand Skills and Education Group (NZSEG) is a private tertiary education provider offering learning across an array of programmes and disciplines, for both domestic and international students. Our kaupapa is to empower our ākonga with confidence, discipline, knowledge and the skills to succeed.

To learn more about us, please visit our websites: www.nzsseg.com, www.nzse.ac.nz, www. edvance.co.nz and wwww.seafield.ac.nz

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi / The Opportunity

We\'re seeking an experienced Senior Registrar to lead academic admin, ensure compliance, manage SELMA/ITR reporting, and oversee the Registrar’s daily operations. This role will also see you manage the Registrar whilst overseeing their daily workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate, compliant academic data and student records
• Understanding of the funding conditions
• Manage and optimise the Student Management System -SELMA and ITR
• Lead reporting to NZQA, TEC and other stakeholders within NZSEG
• Drive continuous improvement and data-informed decision making
• Pull reports and analyse data using Power BI

Ko koe tēnei | About you

• Tertiary qualification in education, business or similar
• Strong experience in academic administration within NZ’s tertiary sector
• Deep understanding of NZQA and TEC frameworks
• Proficiency with SMS platforms and data analysis tools (e.g., ITR Systems , SELMA, Power BI, Excel)
• Previous leadership experience in managing small teams

Ngā painga | What we offer

At NZSEG, we value our kaimahi and provide a supportive, culturally rich environment. You’ll benefit from:

• Competitive salary and opportunities for academic progression
• Free flu vaccination and birthday leave after 12 months of service
• Staff referral bonuses
• A strong organisational commitment to equity, diversity and biculturalism,
• An agile, open plan, supportive and inclusive work culture

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Click APPLY and submit your CV and cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate. We are reviewing applications as they are received, so early applications are encouraged.

At NZSE, we value and welcome diversity. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially Māori, Pasifika, and individuals committed to equity in education. If you’re excited about the role but unsure if you meet every requirement—apply anyway. We’d love to hear from you.