Job Description

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Chief Student Officer

Location:

Aston University Main Campus

Salary:

38,784 to 46,049 per annum

Grade:

Grade 08

Contract Type:

Permanent

Basis:

Full Time

Closing Date:

23.59 hours BST on Monday 13 October 2025

Interview Date:

Monday 20 October 2025

Reference:

0651-25

Release Date:

Sunday 21 September 2025


Aston University is looking for an experienced Visa Compliance Officer to join our dynamic team. In this senior role, you'll be at the heart of ensuring the University remains fully compliant with UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations. You'll work across departments, providing expert advice, overseeing key compliance processes, and helping us continually improve the student visa experience.

What You'll Do

Manage the University's Student Sponsor Licence, making sure we meet all UKVI requirements. Provide clear, practical advice on student visa and immigration matters to colleagues and teams across the University. Monitor compliance responsibilities and keep on top of regulatory and policy changes. Audit visa documentation, check CAS eligibility, and support accurate decision-making for international students. Track attendance, support UKVI reporting, and ensure robust data analysis to identify risks. Lead on policy updates, process improvements, and support/coach staff on visa regulations.

What We're Looking For

Strong knowledge of UKVI regulations in a Higher Education setting. Experience with CAS assessment, financial checks, and reporting obligations. Proven background in audits and compliance monitoring. Skilled in developing and maintaining policies and procedures. Leadership or coaching experience within a compliance or immigration role. Excellent problem-solving, organisational and decision-making skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.

Right to Work

Please note that we are unable to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK. Candidates with valid permission to work in other immigration categories are welcome to apply.



Join us at Aston University and play a vital role in supporting international students and ensuring we meet the highest standards of compliance.


For informal enquiries about this position, you can contact Monjur Ahmed, Assistant Registrar (m.ahmed@aston.ac.uk)

This role is subject to a satisfactory enhanced/standard DBS check.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for new applicants to the Skilled Worker visa route.

See here for information about Skilled Worker eligibility criteria:

https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University's commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate's name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process.


The University celebrates the rights of freedom of speech and academic freedom and is committed to maintaining and protecting these rights within the law. An offer to work at Aston University will never be denied on the basis of an individual's lawful expression of their beliefs, ideas or opinions.


Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston


We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.


If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk