Global Opportunities Support Officer (Inbound)
This full-time post is available from 29 June 2026 on a permanent basis.
The starting salary will be from £28,031 on Grade D, depending on knowledge, skills and experience.
This role offers the opportunity for hybrid working - some time on campus and some from home.
About the role
The Global Opportunities Support Officer (Inbound) will be part of the Global Opportunities team and provide dedicated support on matters relating to inbound student mobility – exchange and direct enrol. Key duties will include the recruitment, guidance and support of students coming to our campuses for global mobility opportunities before, during and upon their return from placement. Team members at this level work collaboratively to provide and act as “first port of call” for students, relevant staff and external stakeholders in relation to Global Opportunity programmes.
About you
We are looking for someone with excellent organisation, planning, and data management skills who can communicate effectively in person, writing and email. The ideal candidate would also have experience of using student record databases, of working in event management, and of working in a Higher Education environment.
Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.
Further Information
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We are committed to understanding different cultures and perspectives, supporting diverse leadership, and striving for social justice. We encourage applications from all groups underrepresented in our community, including racially minoritised individuals and those with disabilities. Our inclusive, merit-based recruitment processes seek to embrace a diverse set of experiences to ensure colleagues feel supported equitably. With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 countries, we foster a culture where everyone can thrive.
You can read more about our current accreditations and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here, including our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant.
Why our colleagues love working here
- Flexible working opportunities and leading parental leave initiatives
- Generous annual leave (39-41 days including bank holidays)
- Competitive pension contributions
- A genuine dedication to supporting the health and wellbeing of all colleagues - see initiatives here
- Sustainability and the environment being at the heart of what we do
How we can help
If you're considering applying and need support to do so, please get in touch with us at
[email protected]. You can request reasonable adjustments within your application or by contacting us. You can also choose to be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme and find out here how this is managed during our recruitment and onboarding process.
Please be advised that due to the minimum salary thresholds imposed by the UKVI, this post will not qualify for university sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. If you are a migrant worker, you will need to ensure you have a visa which permits the right to work in the UK. Further details can be found on the Home Office website - https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas. If you are an existing Skilled Worker visa holder, we may be able to sponsor and will review the transitional arrangements - https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.
