International Compliance Assistant

The International Compliance Assistant will work in the busy and demanding International Office as a pivotal part of the busy International Visa Advice and Compliance team. You will perform a variety of duties to help ensure the University meets the criteria to retain UK Visas and Immigration Student sponsor status. You will help to ensure that all students who are registered at the University hold valid leave to remain in the UK as a student at the University of Bedfordshire. You will identify and report changes in student circumstances to the UKVI (UK Visas and Immigration) and advise the students with regards to these changes and reporting implications., The post will be based in Luton (with travel to other campuses as required).

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those who may feel underrepresented due to socioeconomic circumstances, such as individuals from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (B.A.M.E.) backgrounds. At our university, we strive to create an environment where everyone can be themselves and are supported to achieve their full potential.

In line with our commitment to inclusion and diversity, we are proud to be working towards the Race Equality Charter (REC), which helps us address and reduce barriers that disproportionately affect B.A.M.E. staff. We are also a Stonewall Diversity Champion, ensuring that all LGBTQ+ people are valued and respected at work. Additionally, we participate in the Disability Confident Scheme to support our efforts to improve the workplace experience for disabled individuals.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

We offer a range of employee benefits including a generous pension and annual leave entitlement, free fitness classes and gym membership, flexible working arrangements

You will be required to demonstrate administrative experience and a knowledge of higher education. You will be accurate and pay attention to detail. You will also demonstrate excellent communication skills, a pro-active and positive attitude and the ability to work as part of a team.

The University of Bedfordshire is a modern, vibrant institution with a long-standing track record of recruiting international students from all over the world. The University offers high-quality teaching and strong student support and this is an opportunity for a higher education professional to support the University's agenda of internationalisation.