International Compliance Manager

City of Glasgow College; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

45 days holiday

Health & wellbeing

Cycle to work

Campus facilities

Job summary

City of Glasgow College is seeking an experienced International Compliance Manager to join our Business & International Development team. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) Student Sponsor requirements and in supporting the recruitment, admission and progression of international students.

Reporting to the Head of Business & International Development, you will manage the College’s International Compliance function, provide specialist advice and

Qualifications

• Experience in international education, student recruitment, admissions or regulated environments.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills; ability to interpret complex regulations.
• Ability to manage sensitive cases and provide clear advice to colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee international compliance and sponsor requirements.
• Manage CAS processes and UKVI compliance.
• Lead a small team and collaborate across the College to ensure consistent practices.
• Liaise with overseas partners and support international travel for visits and compliance activities.

Skills

UKVI compliance

CAS processes

International student recruitment

Team management

Education

Relevant qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

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International Compliance Manager

Fixed Term until 30 November 2027

Full Time (35 hours per week)

Salary: Grade 7 – £46,099 to £49,908 per annum

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We are seeking an experienced and motivated International Compliance Manager to join our Business & International Development team.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supporting the College’s international activities, ensuring compliance with UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) Student Sponsor requirements and supporting the recruitment, admission and progression of international students.

Reporting to the Head of Business & International Development, you will manage the College’s International Compliance function, providing specialist advice and oversight of student sponsorship, Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) processes, UKVI Basic Compliance Assessment requirements and international admissions. You will also manage a small team, working closely with colleagues across the College to ensure effective and consistent compliance practices. The role also involves liaison with overseas institutional partners and occasional international travel to support partner visits, student recruitment and compliance activities.

The successful candidate will have experience of working within international education, student recruitment, admissions, compliance or another relevant regulated environment. You will have strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to interpret complex regulations and guidance, manage sensitive cases and provide clear advice to colleagues and stakeholders.

You will hold a relevant qualification or be able to demonstrate equivalent professional experience. You will be an effective communicator, capable of managing competing priorities, building positive working relationships and supporting the development and performance of others.

Previous experience of UKVI Student Sponsor compliance, CAS processes, international student recruitment or working with overseas institutional partners would be advantageous.

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This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Scotland’s leading colleges with access to excellent development opportunities within a motivated skilled workforce. Our modern Riverside Campus and City Campus provide an excellent working and learning environment.

The College offers an outstanding benefits package including:

• Generous holiday entitlement - 45 days holiday (including bank & public holidays)
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Access to occupational health and a 24/7 confidential employee support service
• Access to a dedicated health and wellbeing team
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to campus facilities such as Costa Coffee, City Market (Bakery & Butchers), Hair and Beauty Salon, College Gym, Library Services

Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory PVG Disclosure Check & Certificate of Good Conduct (as applicable), and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Applications Close No Later Than Midnight on Thursday 29th October 2026.