Register of Interests

An important and hugely valued part of the University’s work and mission is to build strong personal relationships and networks at a regional, national and global level.  This important both for our research activities and our social responsibility goals.  The University is keen to encourage staff to engage in appropriate external work and connections.

However, there also needs to be clear transparency about these connections to ensure that any conflicts of interest are declared. 

It is also a requirement under University Ordinance VIII and the Financial Regulations, that all University Staff on Grade 6 or above must declare any personal interests that might be reasonably deemed to compromise impartiality, conflict with duty as an employee or potentially result in a conflict of interests leading to private benefit. Those at other grades may also need to submit a declaration dependent on their role.

All Grade 6+ staff must complete an annual return and update it if their circumstances change. Staff with no interests to declare must submit a ‘nil’ return. 

Related policy for Outside Work 

Please note that for some forms of outside employment you may need further approval.  If you are considering engaging in any outside work or are currently engaging in outside work, please ensure you read the updated Work for Outside Bodies Policy and Guidance and follow the process to gain approval as required.  

For information on University Consultancy please see the updated University Consultancy Policy and refer any questions to the Consultancy Services Team.  

How to complete and submit your Register of Interests form:

The Register of Interests is stored on a dedicated SharePoint site. For information on using the system please see the guidance pages.

Any further returns or updates for 2025 can be submitted to the system until 19 December 2025. 

The site will open for 2026 submissions in March 2026. Communications will be sent out once the system is ready to receive new returns.

For information on what to declare please see the Handy Guide to Register of Interests.

 Any queries can be directed to ROI@manchester.ac.uk.