International Student Compliance & Assurance Analyst

UPIC; Auckland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UP International College in Auckland CBD is seeking an International Student Compliance & Assurance Analyst to join our team. The role provides oversight across our New Zealand providers, reviewing compliance processes, data and internal controls.

You will conduct audits, test controls, analyse student data and prepare evidence-based reports for leadership while collaborating with provider teams to strengthen processes and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in data analytics, business, compliance, information systems, education or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Experience in compliance, audit, risk, data analysis, student administration or another regulated environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Advanced Excel skills, with confidence working with and analysing large datasets
• The ability to identify discrepancies, trends and potential risks within data and processes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present findings
• Sound judgement and confidence to question information and escalation concerns appropriately
• A collaborative and organised approach, with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships while maintaining confidentiality
• Experience with Power BI, data visualisation, automation or AI tools, CRM/student management systems, international education, quality assurance or the New Zealand tertiary education sector would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Knowledge of international student or immigration compliance would also be beneficial; however, Licensed Immigration Adviser (LIA) status is not required.

Responsibilities

• Conducting scheduled and risk-based compliance audits, reviews and data checks
• Reviewing international enrolment, visa, attendance and compliance documentation
• Testing processes and controls against internal policies and regulatory requirements
• Analysing student data to identify discrepancies, trends and emerging compliance risks
• Preparing clear, evidence-based compliance and assurance reports for leadership
• Tracking audit findings and corrective actions, ensuring issues are appropriately addressed
• Supporting Code of Practice self-reviews and internal and external audit activities
• Partnering with provider teams to strengthen processes, data quality and audit readiness

Skills

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Relevant qualification in analytics/compliance

Tools

CRM/student management systems

Automation/AI tools

Job description

International Student Compliance & Assurance Analyst

• Full-time

Up International College supports international students from all over the world to successfully transition into English speaking universities in Australia and New Zealand.

We partner with three leading Universities in New Zealand: The University of Auckland, AUT University and Victoria University of Wellington delivering a range of specialised Foundation Studies courses and English language programmes.

We believe learning should be defined by the exceptional! For over two decades, we have built an innovative, student-centred learning community that provides outstanding education opportunities for students seeking a tertiary study experience in New Zealand or Australia.

International Student Compliance & Assurance Analyst Location: Auckland CBD Full-time | Permanent | On-Site

Please note that this role will be commencing on 1st of February 2027.

We are looking for an International Student Compliance & Assurance Analyst to join our Auckland-based team.

Reporting to the Head of Internal Control International Compliance (NZ), this role provides independent oversight and assurance across UP Education’s New Zealand providers, helping ensure our international student compliance processes, data and internal controls are accurate, effective and aligned with regulatory requirements.

You’ll play an important role in reviewing compliance across the business – reviewing evidence, testing controls, analysing data and identifying discrepancies, emerging risks or areas for improvement that may not always be visible through day-to-day operational processes.

This is a varied role combining compliance, audit and assurance, data analysis, reporting and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting scheduled and risk-based compliance audits, reviews and data checks
• Reviewing international enrolment, visa, attendance and compliance documentation
• Testing processes and controls against internal policies and regulatory requirements
• Analysing student data to identify discrepancies, trends and emerging compliance risks
• Preparing clear, evidence-based compliance and assurance reports for leadership
• Tracking audit findings and corrective actions, ensuring issues are appropriately addressed
• Supporting Code of Practice self-reviews and internal and external audit activities
• Partnering with provider teams to strengthen processes, data quality and audit readiness

You’ll be naturally analytical, curious and detail-focused, with the confidence to question information when something doesn’t look right. You’ll enjoy working with data and evidence to understand not only what has happened, but why, and whether an issue is isolated or points to a wider process or control risk.

You’ll also be comfortable working with a range of stakeholders and able to communicate compliance findings clearly and constructively.

Ideally, you will bring:

• A relevant qualification in data analytics, business, compliance, information systems, education or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Experience in compliance, audit, risk, data analysis, student administration or another regulated environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Advanced Excel skills, with confidence working with and analysing large datasets
• The ability to identify discrepancies, trends and potential risks within data and processes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present findings
• Sound judgement and confidence to question information and escalation concerns appropriately
• A collaborative and organised approach, with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships while maintaining confidentiality
• Experience with Power BI, data visualisation, automation or AI tools, CRM/student management systems, international education, quality assurance or the New Zealand tertiary education sector would be advantageous but is not essential.

Knowledge of international student or immigration compliance would also be beneficial; however, Licensed Immigration Adviser (LIA) status is not required.

Why work with us?

Meaningful brand and a rewarding opportunity to guide students into their educational journey

We value individuality and welcome your ideas and voice

Gain insight into the broader business by collaborating with core stakeholders

Join a team dedicated to propelling your career while embracing exciting challenges

Questions about your identity help us appreciate the diversity of individuals looking to work with us, ensuringwe’reattracting applications from people with identities and perspectives that are as diverse as our students.

We are an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to equity, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.