Job Snapshot
Role: Registrar
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Education
Function: Administrative Support
Experience: Minimum 2 years experience in admissions or registrar role
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Registrar hiring in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates within the Education sector offers an excellent opportunity for organised and customer-focused professionals who can manage student enrolments, registration systems, and parent communication across a leading school environment. This role focuses on admissions operations, ADEK compliance, eSIS management, and student registration processes while supporting strong enrolment growth and an excellent parent experience.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Education
Function: Administrative Support
Salary: 9000-13000
ONLY if salary is NOT provided: Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Registrar plays a key role in ensuring smooth admissions, student registration, and enrolment operations while maintaining compliance with ADEK regulations and school policies. This position strengthens parent engagement, student record accuracy, and enrolment growth by providing efficient administrative support and delivering a welcoming school admissions experience.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage overall enrolments and registration processes while working closely with Senior Leadership and HQ Enrolments teams
* Maintain accurate daily data on applications, enrolments, registrations, withdrawals, and student transfers
* Meet with parents to explain registration procedures, curriculum details, fee structure, and ADEK regulations
* Respond to registration enquiries, emails, and telephone calls in a timely and professional manner
* Oversee student assessments with academic teams to ensure smooth and efficient enrolment processes
* Manage waiting lists and maintain regular communication with waitlisted parents regarding application updates
* Maintain registration files for all new and existing students with full documentation accuracy
* Manage eSIS including student registration, withdrawals, transfers, and pre-transition processes
* Build strong working relationships with ADEK student affairs and ensure compliance with all enrolment regulations
* Support re-enrolment strategies, weekly reporting, enrolment events, networking activities, and partnerships with feeder schools and nurseries
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor Degree is required
* Previous experience as Admissions Officer or Registrar within the education sector
* Minimum 2 years of experience in a customer-focused role within the UAE region
* Strong eSIS and student affairs management experience
* Previous experience in data management and student records administration
* Excellent English communication skills both written and verbal
* Arabic speaking ability is preferred
* Strong interpersonal skills for working with parents in a multicultural environment
* Excellent office management and organisational skills
* Clean enhanced police clearance or Disclosure and Barring Services check
Skills Set
* Student admissions and enrolment management
* Registrar operations and student records
* eSIS and student information systems
* ADEK compliance and student affairs coordination
* Parent communication and customer service
* Data management and reporting
* Office administration and workflow management
* Event coordination and enrolment campaigns
* School operations and stakeholder engagement
Why Join Us
* Join one of Abu Dhabi’s leading education groups with strong academic and operational excellence
* Work within a respected school environment focused on student success and parent satisfaction
* Access professional development and long-term career growth opportunities
* Be part of a collaborative and supportive school administration team
* Contribute directly to enrolment growth and educational community development
* Work in an organisation recognised as a Great Place To Work with strong leadership support
About the Company
Aldar Education is the leading education group in Abu Dhabi, delivering inclusive, innovative, and high-quality learning across its network of schools. Through premium education, strong academic leadership, and student-centred operations, Aldar Education empowers future generations and supports sustainable educational excellence across the UAE.



