Senior International Officer

The Senior International Officer will:

• Work to grow the number of high quality undergraduate and postgraduate student enrolments from key overseas markets to the University’s campus in Ipswich.
• Represent the University overseas through regular overseas trips, working to an agreed schedule, which will involve attending recruitment fairs, delivering presentations in schools and meeting student recruitment agency partners, undertaking conversion work arising from these trips. The successful candidate will provide support and guidance to in-country student recruitment staff representing the University, building relationships locally and managing enquiries about university programmes, entry requirements and admissions policies.
• Motivate the University’s network of student recruitment agents to achieve international recruitment objectives.
• Work closely with the Admissions team to oversee the processing of overseas applications ensuring the University delivers an outstanding applicant experience that meets compliance policies.
• Work closely with the UKVI Compliance Manager to ensure the University complies with UKVI and Student Route visa requirements, advising other University colleagues as required.

Educated to degree or equivalent qualification, the role will suit someone with experience of working in an international student recruitment role, planning international activities. It requires knowledge of international admissions and UKVI.

About the Team

This is a key role within a small, friendly and dedicated International team. The role works alongside one other similar role for international student recruitment covering different territories, an international marketing colleague, and reports into our Associate Director International. It is an exciting time to join us; we are current University of the Year (WUSCA 2025) and we won the 2025 Enroly Award for International Growth.

About You

We are seeking someone who can demonstrate gravitas, credible presentation skills, is flexible and collaborative. You will be well-organised and strong at delivering to pre-agreed objectives and deadlines. Are you ready to join Suffolk and contribute to our next level of growth?

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for Bands 1-4 and 30 days for Bands 5 and above, plus 8 bank holidays and any university closure days.
• Agile and flexible working, including family friendly policies.
• We offer a competitive pension scheme through USS.
• Staff discounts at a number of local amenities.
• Discounted membership at various Ipswich Fit sites: unlimited access to gyms, swimming lanes, fitness classes and discounted racket sports.
• We offer discounted rates for staff approved to study a UoS undergraduate or postgraduate course, subject to a set of criteria and conditions.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice.
• Wellbeing programmes.
• Staff recognition annual awards.

Closing Date: Friday 15 August 2025

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Mike Thompson, Associate Director International at email address m.thompson6@uos.ac.uk

We are a values driven organisation, committed to ensuring we remain a beacon for aspiration and achievement, while providing a great environment to work and study. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and we encourage applications from under-represented groups. We believe sustainability is fundamental to our culture and our business as usual working practice, and are commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), whilst actively addressing resource usage and climate and biodiversity degradation. We are seeking passionate individuals who share this commitment, aligning with our strategic initiatives and procedures to drive positive change and contribute to a more sustainable future.