Admissions Compliance Manager (LCCM)

Global University Systems; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent music college in London is seeking an Admissions Compliance Manager to guarantee all admissions activities comply with regulations and institutional standards. You will oversee the admissions process for both UK and international students, collaborate with internal teams and external partners, and manage the UCAS portal, ensuring compliance with UK legislation. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree, extensive experience in higher education admissions, and a strong understanding of UK immigration laws. Competitive benefits are offered, including 20 days of annual leave and training opportunities.

Benefits

20 days annual leave

Pension Contribution

Season Ticket Loan

Eye Care Vouchers

Training & Development opportunities

Staff Discount Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience is essential.
• Additional qualifications in compliance, immigration, or higher ed administration are desirable.
• Extensive experience in higher education admissions or compliance is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end admissions process ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Review documentation for compliance with standards and criteria.
• Maintain and manage the UCAS portal for accurate application handling.

Skills

Higher education admissions experience

Understanding of UK legislation

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

UCAS Admissions portal

Job description

Company Description

London College of Contemporary Music (LCCM) is a specialist music school in Central London, that teaches degrees in music performance, music production and music business. Founded by passionate musicians, LCCM offers cutting-edge undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in music.

Its iconic campus, The Music Box, is equipped with industry-leading facilities and technology, providing an inspiring environment for creative exploration. LCCM is the highest-ranked provider of music performance and music business degrees in the UK for student satisfaction (NSS 2019-2022).

Position

The Admissions Compliance Manager plays a critical role in ensuring that all admissions activities are conducted in full compliance with institutional policies, partner university regulations, and UK statutory requirements, including those set by the Office for Students (OfS), UKVI, and other relevant regulatory bodies.

This role combines operational oversight with compliance leadership, ensuring the effective management of the admissions process for both UK and international students. The postholder will work closely with internal teams, external recruitment partners, and franchising universities to ensure all admissions decisions are transparent, fair, and meet regulatory and partnership expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end admissions process, ensuring timely and accurate application handling in line with institutional and partner university requirements.

• Review and approve applicant documentation to ensure compliance with academic criteria, English language standards, and visa eligibility.

• Ensure admissions compliance with UK legislation, including Home Office immigration rules and Office for Students (OfS) registration conditions.

• Maintain and manage the UCAS portal, ensuring data accuracy, timely decisions, and effective applicant communication.

• Develop and update admissions and compliance policies, ensuring procedures reflect current regulations and institutional standards.

• Act as the primary contact for partner universities on admissions and compliance matters, fostering smooth collaboration and information exchange.

• Produce and present reports on admissions trends, compliance metrics, and visa refusal rates to internal and external stakeholders.

• Monitor and escalate compliance risks, maintaining accurate and auditable records in line with data protection and audit standards.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience (essential).
• Additional qualifications or training in compliance, immigration, or higher education administration (desirable).

Skills & Knowledge:

• Extensive experience in higher education admissions or compliance, with direct responsibility for managing UCAS applications and using the UCAS Admissions portal.
• Strong understanding of UK legislation and data practices, including GDPR and data management in an admissions context.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, particularly in processing applicant data and documentation.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and build effective relationships across internal and external stakeholders.

Other information

Why Join LCCM?

• Work in a vibrant and creative environment in the heart of London.
• Be part of a team that values innovation in education.
• Engage with a diverse student body and contribute to their future success.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development.

What we offer our Colleagues:

• 20 days annual leave
• Pension Contribution
• Season Ticket Loan (T&C's apply)
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Training & Development opportunities (T&C's apply)
• Staff Discount Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a friend scheme for staff members (T&Cs apply)

To apply,

It's quick and easy to apply for a role at LCCM. Just click on the apply button above. All you'll need is an up-to-date CV outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role's criteria.

Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We do not offer visa sponsorships.

We acknowledge receipt of your CV for a position at LCCM and sincerely appreciate your interest in our company. We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications meet our requirements. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue for the next stage of the recruitment process. We wish you every success.

LCCM is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief

At LCCM, we anticipate that we will retain your data as part of the recruitment process for no longer than is necessary for the purpose for which it has been collected unless we have sought your consent to keep your data on file for future job vacancies.