"Data and Compliance Officer"

University of Surrey - FHMS Faculty Admin

Location: Guildford

Salary: £32,080 to £33,002 per annum

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On: 28th January 2026

Closes: 11th February 2026

Job Ref: 002926

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.

The role

In this role, you will maintain comprehensive oversight of placement-related expenditure and NHS England tariff funding allocations. You'll develop and manage robust IT tools and processes for data collection, analysis, and reporting, ensuring consistently high standards of accuracy. Supporting accreditation processes will be key as you compile critical reports and maintain quality monitoring systems. You'll also coordinate payments to clinical placement providers and work collaboratively with various stakeholders across the Faculty and University.

About you

We're looking for a proactive, methodical individual with excellent IT skills, particularly in MS Excel, and experience working with databases. You should have proven administrative experience and demonstrate strong attention to detail. The ability to work flexibly, multi-task, and utilise initiative in dealing with issues is essential. Experience with the SITS student database system and knowledge of the Higher Education sector would be advantageous.

How to apply

To apply please submit a CV and cover letter. You will also be asked to address some brief questions to help us understand your suitability for the position.

The role will be predominantly based on our Manor Park campus, with hybrid working patterns available (minimum three days on site). For an informal chat about the role, please contact Susie Thompson, Business Operations Officer (susie.thompson@surrey.ac.uk).

Interviews are planned for 26th February.

Further details

For more information and to apply online, please download the further details and click on the 'apply online' button above.

In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate, flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

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The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.