UKVI Compliance Officer

University of Winchester; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK university in Winchester is seeking a UKVI Compliance Officer to ensure compliance with UK Visa and Immigration regulations. You will handle immigration queries and support international student onboarding. The role requires strong UKVI compliance knowledge and a commitment to student success. A hybrid working policy and various employee benefits are offered, including well-being support and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid working policy

Employee Assistance Programme

Holiday entitlement increasing with service

Retail and entertainment discounts

Free wellbeing events

Contributory pension scheme

On site gym and sports facilities

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of UKVI compliance in a professional setting.
• Ability to be the first point of contact for immigration queries.
• Commitment to providing an excellent student experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with UK Visa and Immigration regulations.
• Support onboarding and monitoring of international students.
• Stay updated with current immigration policies.

Skills

Understanding of UKVI compliance

Proactive working

Team collaboration

Job description

UKVI Compliance Officer

Full time, 37 hours per week

£33,002 to £38,784 per annum

The University of Winchester is seeking to appoint a UKVI Compliance Officer. As a member of International Student Success, this role will be key to ensuring the University’s compliance with our UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) Student Route Visa Sponsor Licence.

The successful candidate willhave a strong understanding of UKVI compliance and its everyday application in a University or other professional setting. They will be required to be the first point of contact for immigration and compliance queries in addition to supporting the onboarding and monitoring of international students.

The candidate will be pro-active, work confidently both independently and as part of a team and remain up to date with current immigration policies and regulations. You will be committed to providing an excellent student experience and you must be willing to work flexible hours to meet business needs at peak times.

As an employee at the University of Winchester, we are committed to your wellbeing and development. You will have access to a wide range of benefits and support including:

• Hybrid working policy
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Holiday entitlement of 24 days per year rising by 5 days after 5 years’ service and the option to buy extra leave up to a maximum of 35 days
• Discounts at many retailers, restaurants and entertainment
• Free wellbeing events including weekly exercise classes
• Contributory pension scheme
• On site gym and sports facilities

Closing Date: 17 September 2025

Interview Date: Week commencing 29 September 2025

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