"Global Mobility Officer"

Lancaster University - Professional Services

Placed On: 20th February 2026 | Closes: 9th March 2026 | Job Ref: 0026-26-R

About Lancaster University

Lancaster University is a globally recognised academic powerhouse, combining excellence in teaching and research with a strong sense of community and belonging.

Our Global Presence and International Reputation

Lancaster University is a truly international institution with a strong global footprint and a distinguished reputation in Transnational Education (TNE). As a globally engaged university, we partner with institutions worldwide and welcome students from over 120 countries, creating a richly diverse and connected academic community.

We are proud to deliver high-quality Lancaster University degrees beyond the UK through strategically established overseas campuses and teaching partnerships in China (Beijing Jiaotong University), Germany (Lancaster University Leipzig), Ghana (Lancaster University Ghana), and Malaysia (with Sunway University).

We are also breaking new ground with the Deakin Lancaster Indonesia University the first joint UK–Australia international campus in Indonesia.

Our TNE portfolio enables students across the globe to study for Lancaster degrees while enjoying the same academic standards and quality assurance as on our UK campus.

The Opportunity

Global Mobility plays a central role in supporting our international partnerships and the movement of academic and professional staff across borders helping ensure our global ambitions are realised efficiently, compliantly and with a strong focus on people.

We are seeking a confident, detail-oriented and highly motivated Global Mobility Officer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued development of our Global Mobility function, supporting the University’s Transnational Education (TNE) agenda and growing international partnerships.

This role will manage day-to-day Global Mobility operations while also playing an active part in driving forward transformation and process improvement initiatives. You will help shape an efficient, compliant and forward-thinking service that supports colleagues working internationally.

About You

You will bring:

• Experience in Global Mobility and/or Finance/Payroll
• Experience working within a Higher Education HR environment (desirable)
• Strong critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret and apply technical compliance guidance
• Excellent organisational skills and the drive to develop and embed efficient, sustainable processes
• The ability to build strong working relationships and collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders

You will thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment and be motivated by delivering high-quality, compliant and people-focused solutions.

What We Offer

In return, Lancaster University offers:

• A competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave, plus 6 University closure days (Christmas and Easter) and Bank Holidays
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• A comprehensive benefits package including car leasing, additional leave purchase, a cycle-to-work scheme, on-site pre-school centre and sports centre

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