International Student Advice Officer

Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract

Interview Date: 26 October 2026

The International Student Advice Officer will support the university’s recruitment and retention activities by the provision of student-centred advice and guidance on a wide range of immigration and international student issues for the University of Northampton’s cohort of international students. The postholder will be expected to deliver an excellent international student experience and proactively support the Senior International Student Advice Officer in implementing new approaches to the provision of international student advice.

The postholder will also be expected to contribute to the delivery of other key functions of the Immigration and Compliance Team such as Engagement monitoring activities and ensuring that Home Office reporting is completed in line with specified deadlines.

We want you to be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another. With Smarter Working you can work within increased flexibility, if you would like to, which can facilitate greater freedom and autonomy.

The post holder will be a skilled communicator with excellent attention to detail. The post holder will be able to understand complex regulations and information and apply them to their work. The post holder will have some prior knowledge and experience of immigration advice and the Home Office’s rules relating to international students. The post holder will be an effective team player who can present complex information to a wide range of colleagues.

The post holder will be committed to providing excellent advice and guidance to international students and staff on a wide range of immigration and international student matters. The postholder will be expected to deliver excellent international student experience and proactively contribute to the delivery of new approaches to the provision of international student advice.

• Qualified to degree level

• Postgraduate qualification in a subject relevant to Higher Education

The Immigration Compliance Service is a busy and vital team at the heart of the University’s student support and administrative infrastructure. We work alongside colleagues in Faculties, Student Support, Admissions, and Student Records, to provide coherent and efficient services which support students, provide effective reporting, and maintain the University’s compliance with the conditions of its sponsor licence. The team plays a vital role in maintaining the University as an attractive destination for international students.

At the University of Northampton, we are committed to supporting aspirations, creating opportunities, and delivering meaningful impact. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a progressive, inclusive environment where excellence thrives for our students and staff.

Our staff are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to building an inclusive community that values diversity, promotes wellbeing, and supports personal and professional growth. By developing a first-rate People Strategy, we aim to attract and retain top talent, enhance career progression, and ensure that every colleague feels empowered to achieve their best.

• Inclusivity:
  We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to excel.
• Sustainability:
  We are committed to becoming a net zero carbon institution, taking collective action for the benefit of society and the environment.
• Aspiration:
  We strive for excellence in all we do, empowering our staff,…