Global Talent Visa Officer

The Royal Society is an endorsing body for the Global Talent visa, applying our sector expertise to manage visa endorsements for research and innovation professionals wishing to work in the UK. This post plays an important role in helping the Royal Society expand the Global Talent visa, which is vital to the mobility of the academic and research community.

This is an opportunity to gain unique exposure to the global talent and immigration landscape. The postholder will provide essential administrative support to the Global Talent visa team, supporting the team with the smooth delivery of all operational aspects of the Society’s role as an endorsing body and contributing to ongoing improvement in the expansion of the Global Talent visa. You will also help the team deliver external engagement, including working with other endorsing bodies and the Home Office, as well as prospective applicants.

This role would suit an individual looking to develop their administrative skills working within a small team, including processing documentation and improving processes, while gaining knowledge of the UK immigration landscape.

Reports to: Programme Manager, Global Talent Visa

Line manages: N/A

Location: Carlton House Terrace, London, SW1Y 5AG plus hybrid remote working

Hours: full-time, 35 hours per week

Pay Band: B

Salary: £31, 500

Contract type: permanent 

The application closing date is 14 April 2025 at 23:59. 

Interview will take place on 30 April/1 May 2025. 

Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

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