0042-23 – International Adviser

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Location: 
Aston University Main Campus
Salary: 

£35,333 to £42,155
per annum
Grade:  Grade 08
Contract Type: 
Permanent
Basis: 
Full Time
Closing Date:  23.59 hours GMT on Monday 27 February 2023
Interview Date: 
Monday 13 March 2023
Reference:  0042-23
Release Date:  Monday 13 February 2023

Aston University is seeking to appoint an experienced International Student Adviser to join the International Advice Team. 

The successful applicant will work as part of an established team providing advice, support and guidance to international students, including but not limited to, the provision of immigration advice.  

The duties and responsibilities are wide-ranging and require a thorough knowledge of UK Home Office Immigration regulations in the context of Higher Education. These responsibilities include the provision of accurate and compliant immigration advice to students and dependents in accordance with OISC levels, effective response to enquiries received from students, undertaking of casework and associated caseload management, the provision of advice and support which contributes to an enhanced student experience and collaborative working with team members to ensure the successful operation and advancement of the International Advice Team.  

You will lead on a particular area of advice or professional interest to meet the needs of the students and the team. Cross-university collaboration is required and will include working closely with the Visa Compliance Team, our partners at ONCAMPUS Aston and other colleagues across the University at all levels.  

In order to succeed in this broad and varied role, you must be confident in their knowledge of UK Home Office Immigration regulations and their ability to advise and support students.  Educated to degree level or equivalent, you must also have strong organisational skills with the ability to effectively maintain their own caseload, meet multiple deadlines and contribute to the effective operation of the International Advice Team throughout the year. 

This role requires satisfactory DBS (The Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance.

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, including race and sexual orientation, 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

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