Visa Compliance Officer

Visa Compliance Officer Remote

BPP Education Group
Full Time Remote 10.56 - 12.04 GBP Today
Job description

General information

Reference

003781

Publication end date

28/02/2023

Close Date

28/02/2023

Vacancy details


Applicants must provide evidence of their right to work in the UK as BPP is unable to provide visa sponsorship

Job Profile

Student Support - Visa Compliance

Title

Visa Compliance Officer

Contract Type

Permanent

Job Purpose

Providing immigration advice to prospective students and those registered at BPP


The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues across the university to develop, implement and review processes aimed at ensuring BPP University complies fully with our student sponsor duties and therefore is eligible to retain Student Sponsor status. The post holder will liaise regularly with students and maintain up to date records for all of BPPs registered students on Tier 4/Student visa. Experience of the UK Higher education sector and UK immigration regulations will be required for the role.


What you’ll be doing

  • Tracking the lifecycle of each CAS issued and submit reports to the UKVI in accordance with the Student Sponsor Guidance.
  • Providing basic immigration advice to prospective students and those registered at BPP, as they progress through the application / CAS request process.
  • Working closely with the Enrolment/Student Records teams to ensure that only students with valid immigration permission allowing them to study are allowed to register on a course at BPP University.
  • Working closely with colleagues across BPP to monitor the engagement of all students with a student visa.
  • Escalating any areas of concern in regarding sponsored students (Student Route) to the Visa Compliance Manager
  • Communicating regularly with registered sponsored student to ensure BPP University’s student records are updated to reflect any changes in circumstances.
  • Providing detailed advice and guidance to colleagues on complex matters and help find solutions where possible.
  • To liaise with key external stakeholders as required, in particular the UKVI


Choose a better work-life balance


With hybrid working available, you’ll be able to split your time between one of our centres and wherever you choose to call home. Either way, you’ll benefit from a vibrant workplace and a culture that believes in looking after others, while being part of a diverse workforce where difference is celebrated. In addition, you’ll work alongside other like-minded professionals who champion progress, while having opportunities to develop in an environment where creativity and innovation is rewarded. On top of a competitive salary, we provide a generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days, and there’s a rewards package that includes retail discounts, Group Personal Pension Plan, dedicated healthcare and dental plans that offer additional assurance to look after you and your family. Brilliantly, you can also study any of BPP’s courses for free – be it a professional qualification or full degree.

Job Background

Please note, this role is Hybrid with a mix of home and office working. The office base will be London.

Key Responsibilities:

Please refer to the job description

Department

Registry Operations - Visa Compliance & Int. Student Advice

Vacancy location

Location

UK, Home & Office Based, Home and Office Based

Candidate criteria

Candidate Criteria

What we're looking for

  • Knowledge of Home Office procedures and SMS system
  • Knowledge of the Higher Education Sector and the challenges surrounding this
  • Knowledge of the Immigration Rules and the ability to interpret complex rules and regulations
  • Administrative experience, preferably in the education sector
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access
  • Outstanding customer service skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to successfully multi-task
  • Maintaining records systems
  • A proactive and enthusiastic team player
  • Self-motivated with an ability to thrive under pressure
  • Customer-focused with the ability to communicate at all levels with internal and external stakeholders
  • A degree or equivalent level qualification
  • Database management knowledge
  • Customer facing experience
  • Knowledge of a recognised Student Records Database is advantageous

Sound like the perfect fit? Apply today.

Employment Details

Contract Hours

37.50

FTE

1.00

Salary

Competitive

Visa Compliance Officer
BPP Education Group

www.bpp.com
London, United Kingdom
Graham Gaddes
Unknown / Non-Applicable
1001 to 5000 Employees
Company - Private
Colleges & Universities
Education
1976
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