UKVI Compliance Officer

Job Description

Job title

UKVI Compliance Officer

School/Function

UKVI Post Enrolment Compliance

Location

Campus

Responsible to

UKVI Compliance Supervisor

Overall Purpose

The UKVI Compliance Officer (Post Enrolment) is responsible for ensuring that the institution maintains strict compliance with UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations, particularly with regard to post-enrolment processes. This role supports the UKVI Compliance Supervisor by monitoring compliance activities, coordinating audits, implementing day-to-day UKVI processes, and ensuring staff are aware of regulatory obligations.

Roles and Responsibilities

UKVI Compliance

Carry out UKVI compliance duties including attendance monitoring, engagement checks, etc.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records in line with UKVI requirements.

Support routine compliance checks by ensuring records and data are correct.

Follow set procedures and ensure all compliance documentation is complete and accurate.

Respond to basic UKVI compliance queries and escalate issues where necessary to the UKVI Compliance Supervisor.

Serve as first-line liaison on routine UKVI matters; escalate complex strategic issues to the UKVI Compliance Supervisor.

Deliver staff guidance / briefings so all teams remain aware of UKVI obligations and consistent practice.

Identify and report potential compliance risks to the UKVI Compliance Supervisor.

Support actions taken to address compliance concerns.

Assist in gathering information for internal audits and UKVI inspections.

Person Specification

Experience & Personal Qualities

Essential:

Degree or equivalent professional experience.

Strong, current knowledge of UKVI regulations and post-enrolment compliance processes.

Demonstrable experience in a compliance/audit/regulatory role, preferably in higher education.

Proven experience supervising or leading a small operational team.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; able to interpret regulations and translate into clear procedures.

Confident communicator, able to brief staff and collaborate across functions.

Proficient in maintaining accurate records and producing management reports.

Desirable:

Experience conducting internal audits / assurance and managing remediation plans.

Familiarity with student records/compliance systems and reporting tools.

Knowledge of data privacy/security good practice in compliance contexts.