Offer summary

Qualifications:

Experience in analysing and interpreting student visa policies and immigration rules., Knowledge of immigration matters affecting international students in higher education., Strong communication skills and customer-focused approach., Educational background relevant to immigration or student services is preferred..

Key responsibilities:

Assist with student visa and UKVI compliance activities.

Coordinate registration and monitoring of international students.

Provide guidance and support to university staff on immigration compliance.

Act as a point of contact for immigration-related queries.

Job description

Salary: Up to £39K per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Grade: F
Hours: 35 per week
Contract type: Fixed-Term Contract from November 2025 to April 2026 (6 months), 2 positions available
Vacancy Reference: 25/52
Closing date: Midnight, Wednesday 3rd September

Job Description Document

How to apply

Please provide a current CV along with a cover letter/statement outlining why you are suitable for the role (referencing your skills and experience against the person specification in the Job Description). Candidates who do not provide a full application (including cover letter/statement) may not be considered.

Role Details

We are seeking two Student Immigration Compliance Officers to assist our busy Academic Services department during maternity and sabbatical leave.

The focus of the roles will primarily be in relation to student visas and the coordination of UKVI compliance activities, including the registration of new students and the ongoing monitoring of existing students. You will also be the first point of contact, offering guidance and support to colleagues across the university in relation to student immigration compliance.

To be successful, you should have experience of analysing and interpreting student visa policy and immigration rules. You should have knowledge of immigration matters and issues affecting international students in a HE environment. Personalised education is what we do, and we believe that every student is unique and exceptional, so you’ll also be customer focused with great communication skills and a strong interest in the student journey.

About us

Regent’s University London is a private university right in the heart of Royal Regent’s Park. We offer bespoke undergraduate and postgraduate education that begins with the individual, focussing on each student’s talents, potential, and aspirations.

Our study areas include business and management; liberal studies and humanities; fashion and design; film, media and performance; psychotherapy and psychology; as well as pathway qualifications in English language and other modern foreign languages.

We are a small, friendly and supportive University offering great benefits for our staff including:

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional discretionary closure days over Christmas
Beautiful campus in the heart of Regent's Park, a short walk from Baker Street station
A range of great facilities on our stunning campus including free tea and coffee, flexible working spaces and free use of the campus tennis court and sport pitch
Membership of a group personal pension scheme with a 7% minimum contribution by the University, with up to 10% contribution by the University
Loans of up to £10,000, to include covering daily travel costs, rental deposits and bicycles
Benenden medical cover - allowing access to medical services where there is delay in receiving NHS treatment
Employee discount service
£6 a day allowance to spend in University catering outlets (when onsite)
Blended (hybrid) and flexible working supported across the University, depending on the requirements of the role

Unfortunately, we will be unable to consider your application if you do not already have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this post.

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