Compliance Officer – Student Recruitment Risk Management

About the role

The Compliance Officer will strengthen the quality and compliance of student recruitment from Nigeria for Global University Systems. This strategic, market‑focused position analyses visa refusals, reviews applicant profiles and supports partner universities to improve visa outcomes, student quality and conversion rates.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor visa outcomes by agent, identify agents with high refusal or risk levels and drive corrective actions.
• Analyse refusal notices, maintain a refusal database and communicate emerging trends promptly.
• Develop and maintain compliance KPIs, dashboards and regular management reports.
• Conduct pre‑CAS risk reviews of applicant profiles and support risk mitigation interventions.
• Collaborate with partner universities to enhance applicant quality and conversion through risk‑based strategies.

Required profile

• Strong analytical and data interpretation capabilities.
• In‑depth knowledge of UK Student visa routes and UKVI requirements.
• Experience in international student recruitment, admissions or compliance, particularly within the Nigerian market.
• Professional judgement with ability to escalate complex issues.
• Desirable experience working directly with UK universities or conducting credibility assessments.