Student Immigration Compliance Officer

Type of contract: Substantive

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Directorate of People for a Student Immigration Compliance Officer. The successful applicant will play a crucial role in promoting and maintaining compliance with UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) rules and regulations as well as undertaking a pivotal role in supporting the development and enhancement of both new and established procedures within the University to keep abreast of changes to Government immigration rules. The role is key to ensuring the University meets its requirements as a Student visa sponsor and therefore is crucial to our retaining our ability to recruit students from all over the world to study at our Aberdeen campus.  

Applicants will ideally have experience of working in the Higher Education sector or an immigration/visa compliance-orientated role. You should also have knowledge and experience in using databases/ spreadsheets and the suite of Microsoft Office programs, as well as experience of having adhered to GDPR.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 5, £32,546 - £36,130 per annum, with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Briony Livingston, Student Immigration Compliance Manager, briony.livingston@abdn.ac.uk.

In accordance with the UKVI immigration rules, it is with regret that this role DOES NOT MEET THE SALARY REQUIREMENTS for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.  For this role, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment and obtain the right to work in the UK.  Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa

To apply online for this position click the 'Apply' button above.

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 29 September 2025

The Directorate of People embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring.  Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

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