Assistant Registrar

Shape the future of student visa compliance at Aston University. Join us in a high-impact leadership role where your expertise will protect our Student Sponsor Licence, support international students and influence best practice across the University.

We are seeking an experienced visa compliance professional to lead the strategic and operational management of Aston University's Student Sponsor Licence. You will provide expert institutional advice, ensure compliance with Home Office requirements and assist the team responsible for applicant credibility, CAS issuance and on-course monitoring.

What you will do:

- Lead the University's Student Sponsor Licence compliance activity and maintain readiness for Home Office scrutiny and audit.
- Oversee compliant delivery across CAS issuance, student enrolment, record keeping, on-course monitoring and UKVI reporting.
- Advise senior colleagues on complex compliance matters, develop effective policies and procedures, and manage and develop the Visa Compliance Team.
- Use data, sector intelligence and strong cross-University relationships to identify risk and drive continuous improvement.

What we are looking for:

- Substantial experience of leading student visa compliance in a medium or large UK university.
- Expert knowledge of immigration rules and Home Office requirements relating to Student Sponsorship.
- Proven ability working in a fast paced, challenging setting and ability to manage complex cases, interpret regulatory change and translate requirements into clear operational practice.
- Strong leadership, analytical and communication skills, with the credibility to influence senior stakeholders and build a high-performing team.

Further information:

Regular on-campus engagement is required. The successful candidate must be capable of acting as Home Office Key Personnel, Key Contact and Level 1 User, and must maintain this capability throughout their appointment.

Aston University may be able to sponsor those who are already on a Skilled Worker Visa issued before 04 April 2024. If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role.

What we offer:

- Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
- Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
- Great family friendly policies.
- On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.