Student Immigration Compliance Officer

UCLan; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK university is seeking an organized individual to provide administrative support related to student visa compliance. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, excellent IT capabilities, and the ability to manage attendance data efficiently. You will collaborate across departments to improve processes and provide guidance on immigration queries. A-levels or equivalent qualifications are essential, making this an excellent opportunity to impact the lives of students positively.

Benefits

Attractive annual leave entitlement

Comprehensive employee benefits platform

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering quality service and solutions under pressure.
• Adept at handling confidential data.
• Ability to adapt to unfamiliar situations.

Responsibilities

• Support the university as a student visa sponsor licence holder.
• Manage and analyze attendance data for compliance.
• Collaborate across teams and provide guidance on immigration-related queries.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent IT skills

Exceptional communication abilities

Cultural awareness

Collaborative approach

Education

A-levels or equivalent qualifications

Job description

When you work for the University of Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

About the role

We are looking for an organized and proactive individual to support the university in meeting its obligations as a student visa sponsor licence holder. The role involves providing administrative support to ensure compliance with UKVI visa requirements throughout the student journey, with a focus on upholding the university's Student Engagement and Attendance Policy. You will manage and analyse attendance data, ensure consistent and timely escalation steps, and contribute to effective reporting to UKVI. Collaboration across teams, drafting instructional documentation, recommending process improvements, and providing guidance on immigration-related queries are key aspects of the role.

About you

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of delivering quality service and solutions under pressure, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and cultural awareness in supporting a diverse student population. They will possess excellent IT skills, be adept at handling confidential data, and exhibit exceptional communication abilities. A collaborative approach to working across departments to improve processes and data is essential, alongside adaptability to unfamiliar situations and a commitment to embracing change and innovation. The ideal applicant will hold A-levels or equivalent qualifications and maintain professional relationships based on respect and trust with staff and students.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

What we can offer you

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.