Global Outreach and Operations Compliance Officer

To help achieve our goals, we’re looking for a Global Outreach and Operations Compliance Officer to be responsible for managing and overseeing the compliance obligations for all Global Engagement contractual arrangements, particularly in the areas of US Federal Loan administration, external funded projects, UK Visa Immigration (UKVI) and Agents.  

By undertaking regular review, audit and assessing performance, the Global Outreach and Operations Compliance Officer will ensure that the University complies and adheres to external regulatory requirements, ensuring high standards are achieved and maintained and examples of good practice are disseminated. 

 What you’ll be doing 

• Being responsible for ensuring that compliance obligations relating to funding bodies and the provision of information to stakeholders is met. 
• Being responsible for ensuring that the University is compliant in all Global Engagement contractual obligations, particularly in the areas of US Federal Loan administration, external funded projects, UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) and Agents. 
• Creating, implementing, managing and developing systems, policies and procedures relating to the legislative requirements. 
• Contributing to the Global Outreach work of the Directorate, implementing new initiatives and communicating the achievements.

What you’ll bring

The post holder will be forensic in detail, competent in accessing and managing a variety of systems, and proactive in their desire to improve systems and processes. With excellent communication, negotiation and organisation skills as well as a high level of initiative, you will ensure that the most efficient and effective systems are in place to support Cardiff Met’s Internationalisation strategy and ensure the University is adhering to its contractual obligations, particularly in the areas of US Federal Loan administration, UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) and Agents.

 Additionally you’ll bring: 

• Educated to Bachelors degree level with II class honours or above.
• Knowledge of US Federal Loan administration in UK Higher Education
• Knowledge of Tier 4 immigration regulations.  
• Knowledge and understanding of international cultures.
• A systematic, disciplined and analytical approach to problem-solving, with the ability to calculate and interpret financial and statistical data quickly and efficiently, and the ability to evaluate information against set criteria or guidelines.
• Ability to accurately maintain financial/administration records according to external and internal rules and regulations.
• Ability to prioritise and organise administrative operations with great attention to detail, and to ensure deadlines are met with accuracy.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Annual leave of 25 days Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30 days after 1 years’ service, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us

 For more information about the role please contact Jael Rav-on, on jrav-on@cardiffmet.ac.uk.  

 All applications must be submitted online.  

 The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Should a high volume of applications be received, we may need to close this vacancy early. We therefore encourage you to apply as early as possible.

We use the person specification as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page. 

The University is committed to creating a highly inclusive culture. We offer family friendly and flexible working arrangements and a range of staff networks, forums and events to support and develop our people. We warmly welcome applications from those traditionally underrepresented in the higher education sector.