Compliance Assistant

University of Technology Sydney; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 87,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Parental leave

Job summary

The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is seeking a Compliance Assistant within the DVC International portfolio to support international student recruitment and management compliance. Core duties include assessing GS criteria, compiling data, monitoring trends, and reporting on processes while coordinating with overseas markets.

The successful candidate will hold a relevant degree or equivalent experience, have GS assessment experience, and be proficient in PRISMS, Excel, and Microsoft

Qualifications

• A degree with relevant experience, and/or an equivalent combination of relevant experience with education/training.
• Skills and experience in conducting GS assessment and interviews.
• Familiarity with the regulatory environment for international students in Australia, including the ESOS Act, National Code and SSVF/GS requirements in a university setting.
• Demonstrated experience in data analysis, identifying emerging trends and reporting.
• Extensive knowledge and experience of international higher education. Strong proficiency using PRISMS and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) with demonstrated proficiency creating and managing Excel spreadsheets.
• Experience in assessment and processing of student release requests and refunds.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure with constant and concurrent deadlines.
• Experience in the Australian higher education system and understanding of administrative systems and admission and enrolment processes for international students in a university environment.

Responsibilities

• Maximise the sustainability of the international student program.
• Assessing students against Genuine Student (GS) criteria to ensure recruitment quality and manage SSVF risk; compiling and analysing information, monitoring, and reporting on GS processing release requests and refunds for commencing students.
• Working flexible hours to suit the requirements of overseas markets.

Skills

GS assessment

Data analysis

Excel

PRISMS

MS Office

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Tools

PRISMS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative university, ranked by the Times Higher Education as Australia’s top young university, and located centrally in one of the world’s most liveable cities. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow.

About the Role

The Compliance Assistant, located within the DVC International portfolio, contributes towards the university’s international student recruitment and management compliance. Core role duties include:

• Maximising the sustainability of the international student program.
• Assessing students against Genuine Student (GS) criteria to ensure that UTS recruits quality students to manage our Simplified Student Visa Framework (SSVF) risk rating and remains competitive in the international market. Compiling and analysing information, monitoring, and reporting on emerging trends and issues relating to GS Processing release requests and refunds for commencing students.
• Working flexible hours to suit the requirements of overseas markets.

About You

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• A degree with relevant experience, and/or an equivalent combination of relevant experience with education/training.
• Skills and experience in conducting GS assessment and interviews.
• Familiarity with the regulatory environment for international students in Australia, including the ESOS Act, National Code and SSVF/GS requirements in a university setting.
• Demonstrated experience in data analysis, identifying emerging trends and reporting
• Extensive knowledge and experience of international higher education. Strong proficiency using PRISMS and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) with demonstrated proficiency creating and managing Excel spreadsheets.
• Experience in assessment and processing of student release requests and refunds.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure with constant and concurrent deadlines.
• Experience in the Australian higher education system and understanding of administrative systems and admission and enrolment processes for international students in a university environment.

To read a full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, download the Position Description.

Base Salary Range: $87,295 to $99,865 per annum (HEW 5)

This role attracts 17% superannuation in addition to the base salary.

UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

This position is full time and appointment will be made on a fixed-term basis for a period of up to 12 months (to backfill parental leave). A hybrid work arrangement is available which comprises of working onsite at the UTS Broadway Sydney campus and remote working.

Applicants must have unlimited Australian work rights for the duration of the appointment.

UTS prioritises safety, respect, and inclusion for every member of our community. In support of this, and in line with our statutory obligations under the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2026, all prospective employees must declare any past investigations relating to gender-based violence. Employment at UTS is contingent upon completion of this declaration, and, where necessary, assessment of any identified risk factors. We appreciate your role in upholding the standards and behaviour expected of our community.

Accessibility

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UTS is recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan. Cited as a WGEA Employer of Choice since the inception of the award, we were among the first Australian institutions to receive the Athena SWAN Bronze Accreditation for our commitment to action addressing gender equity in the STEMM disciplines.

We welcome applications from women, Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Closing Date: Friday, 18 September 2026 at 11.59 pm (AEST)