Head of Visa Compliance (Maternity Cover)

About the role

Imperial is one of the world’s leading universities with a reputation for excellence in both teaching and research. The university is committed to supporting its academic endeavours with an outstanding level of professional advice and service and to sustaining a culture in which the academic and professional staff embrace innovation and entrepreneurship and work in close collaboration to develop and enhance the academic mission of the university.

The Registry provides a range of services to students and staff.  This post is to lead, develop and implement compliance provision in Imperial.  The post holder will be required to have authoritative knowledge and understanding of UK immigration legislation in relation to higher education and therefore have the specific expertise to advise and influence strategic decision-making across the University on Tier 4 compliance requirements. You will have excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills and be able to act with authority and discretion.  You will have excellent planning and organisational skills.  You will have the ability to work under pressure, taking a methodical approach with an excellent eye for detail as well as the ability to think strategically. The role is a maternity leave with a fixed term duration.

What you would be doing

You will be taking the lead in ensuring that the university is fully compliant and meeting its duties obligations to the Home Office.  You will be expected to liaise with colleagues at all levels in the university, to ensure that they are kept up-to-date of Home Office changes regarding Tier 4 and to make recommendations as required.  You will have line management responsibility for the Visa Compliance Officers, including appropriate training and professional development.

What we are looking for

• Substantial experience (at least 3 years) managing a visa compliance related function.
• Experience of providing customer service within a higher education setting.
• Evidence of experience in developing strategy and policy.
• Experience of managing and leading staff
• Excellent computer skills including working knowledge of MIS Office, specifically Excel.

What we can offer you

• Be involved in the development of new CAS solution for the university.
• Shape the delivery of the new eVisas process and entry clearance checks for the new academic year.
• Lead the team through changes in physical location of staff at both South Kensington and White City campuses.
• Access to national professional organisations such as UKCISA, and associated training seminars.
• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year)

Further information

Candidates are required to complete an online application, please pay consideration to the supporting statement. CVs only will not be considered. 

If you require any further details on the role, please contact:

James Balloch at j.balloch@imperial.ac.uk

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