Senior International Compliance Assistant (Pre-enrolment) - (8157)

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Compliance Assistant to support students through visa-related processes, specifically those recruited via our new International College partnership with Navitas.

The Role:

As Senior Compliance Assistant, you will be responsible for:

• Producing Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS).
• Completing Right to Study (RTS) checks.
• Responding to visa-related enquiries from prospective international students.

A key focus of this role will be supporting recruitment and compliance activities within the newly established International College partnership with Navitas.

Manchester Metropolitan University is a great university in a vibrant global city. We strive to make an impact on Manchester, the UK, and beyond, with a strong ambition to generate and share knowledge while making higher education accessible and beneficial to all those with the passion and ability to succeed. Our Business School holds three prestigious accreditations (AMBA, AACSB, and EQUIS), placing us in the top one per cent of global business schools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement the operational strategy for applicants from the International College.
• Ensure prospective students remain engaged and supported throughout the visa application process.
• Maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including our corporate partner, Navitas.
• Identify and escalate immigration-related risks to managers during CAS production and RTS processes.
• Ensure high-quality standards in CAS and RTS processes for the International College.

What We're Looking For:

• Knowledge of UK Visas and Immigration and experience in higher education or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent relationship management skills with the ability to handle enquiries from stakeholders at all levels.
• A clear understanding of the risks and challenges within the UK immigration landscape.
• A proactive and communicative approach, particularly in supporting prospective international students at college level.

(For the full list of criteria and benefits, please refer to the job description and candidate pack attached below)

Application Process:

• To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining how you meet the eligibility criteria.
• Interviews will be held in the w/c 17 March
• If you would like to discuss this opportunity please contact John McFarlane, Student Visa Compliance Manager on j.mcfarlane@mmu.ac.uk 

If you would like to join our people and share our ambition, we would love to hear from you!

Manchester Met University is committed to creating an intentionally inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We understand the importance of having a diverse workforce and the benefits it can bring to ensuring diversity of thought and innovation in everything we do. We, therefore, encourage applications from people from ethnic minority groups, disabled people and people who identify as LGBTQIA+.