International Student Services Manager at De Montfort University

De Montfort University (DMU) prides itself on being an ambitious, globally focused institution dedicated to providing excellent teaching and learning experiences. With a campus-wide commitment to delivering a leading student experience, DMU fosters a vibrant and inclusive environment where both staff and students can excel. This culturally rich university is a hub of creativity, innovation, and learning, consistently breaking away from conventional norms. Our success is rooted in a superb student experience paired with award-winning teaching and world-class facilities that equip students with the skills and attitudes sought after by employers.

**Faculty / Directorate**
The Registry Services Directorate handles the administrative journey of students from registration to graduation, encompassing student records, quality assurance, UKVI compliance, timetabling, examinations, awards and graduations, and student casework.

**Role**
De Montfort University (DMU) is looking for an experienced International Student Services Manager to oversee our Immigration Compliance, Visa Advice, and International Student Support teams. This crucial role involves ensuring DMU fulfills its responsibilities as a Student Visa sponsor while offering top-tier support to international students and their dependents throughout their academic journey.

In this position, you will develop strategic approaches to immigration compliance, manage the university’s Student Route sponsor license with the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI), and act as the main liaison with UKVI. You’ll coordinate audit responses and oversee the university’s reporting and compliance activities. Collaborating with academic and support teams, you will promote consistency in policies and processes affecting student recruitment, admissions, enrolment, and engagement.

**Key Responsibilities**

– Develop and implement DMU’s strategic plan for compliance with Student Route obligations, ensuring university policies align with statutory requirements.
– Provide high-quality immigration advice and support services to international students, recent graduates, and their dependents, maintaining strict compliance while enhancing the student experience.
– Serve as the primary contact for UKVI, managing audits and ensuring accurate and timely reporting, documentation, and communication.
– Lead the International Student Support team in offering effective orientation, visa assistance, and student services, facilitating a smooth registration process for international students.
– Stay abreast of immigration legislation and guidelines, advising stakeholders on the impact on international student recruitment and retention.

**Ideal Candidate**
The successful candidate will have extensive experience in immigration compliance within the higher education sector and a thorough understanding of UKVI Student Route requirements. Your proactive approach, along with strong leadership and organizational skills, will ensure DMU remains compliant while providing an exceptional experience to our international student community. Experience in managing cross-functional teams, offering compliance training, and handling large-scale reporting and data management is essential. If you are a strategic, service-driven leader with expertise in immigration compliance and a passion for supporting international students, we invite you to apply.

**Advert Closing Date:** 01 December 2024