International Admissions and Conversion Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Salary: £28,512 to £30,992 Per Annum
Permanent
Post Type: Full Time
Release Date: 24 May 2023
Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Wednesday 07 June 2023
Interview Date: Wednesday 05 July 2023
Reference: 022023-50-R
Birmingham City University is a large and diverse place to study right in the heart of the city and we currently have an exciting opportunity within the International Office for an International Admissions and Conversion Officer.
The post-holder will provide an effective and efficient admissions service for both internal and external customers, and by so doing achieve the target for the recruitment of international students in line with the University’s internationalisation strategy.
The main responsibilities of the post-holder are:
- Processing international/EU applications.
- Assessing international qualifications, English language, and immigration.
- Determining fee status of applicants.
- Assessing financial and other requirements for the issuing of Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)
Requirements:
- The successful applicant should be educated to a degree level or equivalent
- Previous administrative experience in the higher education environment is desirable.
- We are looking for someone who has excellent communication and customer service skills and has a high attention to detail and accuracy.
In return we offer a generous pension and annual leave provision. We also operate a hybrid working model that allows staff to combine on-site and remote working where appropriate, dependent on work duties. We also provide access to excellent facilities on campus, including supportive family friendly policies.
Further details: Job Description Core ValuesCandidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Colleges & Universities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for International Admissions and Conversion Officer roles across Birmingham City University's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Colleges & Universities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £28,512 - £30,992 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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