Compliance Systems and Services Coordinator Salary: 25,730 to 39,914 plus bonus Permanent - Full Time

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1 Compliance Systems and Services Coordinator Salary: 25,730 to 39,914 plus bonus Permanent - Full Time Navitas is a diversified global education provider that offers an extensive range of educational services for students and professionals including university programs, language training, workforce education and student recruitment. Navitas UK is seeking an exceptional individual to provide compliance service provision to the UK College network. As Compliance Systems and Services Coordinator (CSSC) you will help to provide compliance service provision to the UK college network to facilitate a culture that is responsive to change and adaptive to compliance pressures on the network. We will look to you to maintain sound working relationships with the college staff particularly in admissions so as to ensure that our compliance priorities and objectives are met. The CSSC will support the UK compliance function as an integral part of the corporate service provision. The scope of the role will additionally include compliance support of the existing and future members of the UK college network. It may also involve providing compliance advice and guidance to SAE in the UK. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: Education: A postgraduate university degree or a professional qualification of an equivalent or higher standard and, a commitment to the improvement of the education of young people and the ability to inspire in staff a love of learning Experience: At least 3 years work experience ideally in an education provider. Practical Experience and Knowledge: at least three of the following functional areas: quality assurance and enhancement; budgeting monitoring and reporting; human resource/ohs management; information and communications technology; compliance systems and services, admissions process Communications: Excellent oral, written and inter-personal communications skills in dealing with individuals and groups at all levels. Managing Pressure: Ability to manage time effectively and work under pressure Managing Change: Vision, creativity, motivation and sensitivity in developing and implementing change Policy: The ability to contribute to the development, planning and implementation of an organisation s strategy and policies Corporate Governance: an understanding of private sector values and their applicability to an organisation such as Navitas Limited Analytical Ability, Problem Solving and Strategic Thinking: The ability to assimilate and analyse information quickly and accurately and to think strategically, formulate decisions and make recommendations as well as experience in developing and implementing strategic plans ICT Skills: Proven ability in using the components of MS Office; database package; and an understanding of the strategic importance of ICT to the delivery of an organisation s success For further details please see attached Information Sheet Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are eligible to work in the UK on an ongoing basis. Navitas UK is a safeguarding employer and the successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. What we offer The Navitas Group offers outstanding long-term career opportunities and is values driven and an equal opportunity employer. Navitas reserves the right to fill the position by invitation. Enquiries and applications, including both a covering letter and Curriculum Vitae (CV), should be sent to Marcus Allen Director of Corporate Services marcus.allen@navitas.com Applications close at 5.00 pm on Friday 9 th January We regret that due to the volume of the applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.

2 Position Summary Information Sheet Compliance Systems and Services Coordinator (CSSC) POSITION TITLE: POSITION STATUS: SALARY SCALE: RESPONSIBLE TO: BONUS SCHEME: PENSION SCHEME: PROBATION PERIOD: ANNUAL LEAVE: Compliance Systems and Services Coordinator Ongoing following successful probation 25,730-39,914 per annum Manager of Compliance Systems and Services Navitas UK EVA 10% of fixed salary Available Six (6) months 36 days inclusive of eight (8) Bank Holidays Division: University Programmes Division Reports to: Manager of Compliance Systems and Services Navitas UK 1. Overview and Objectives of the Position: Navitas Limited is an Australian owned public listed company. Navitas is an industry leader in providing managed campus services, pre-university and university pathway programmes for domestic (Australia only) and international students, as well as High School Year 10-12, English for leisure; migrant English and academic preparatory programmes, Foundation, Degree, Pre-Masters and Masters programmes in a wide range of disciplines. Navitas Limited is made up of three operating divisions: 1. University Programmes Division 2. SAE 3. Professional and English Programmes Navitas conducts a wide range of activities in Asia, North America, Africa, Australia, Continental Europe and the United Kingdom. Navitas colleges are modern and dynamic educational institutions committed to providing quality educational programmes and excellent student support in an environment that encourages students to achieve the best possible results in their studies. The UK colleges offer a range of Degree programme elements from undergraduate Level 0 (Foundation) to Level 1, 1st Year university studies and postgraduate Masters preliminary programmes in a wide range of degree pathways. The colleges are all based on the campus of their Partner University and as such are Associate or Affiliate Colleges of their Partner University. Navitas students benefit from the range of facilities open to all university students.

3 Currently there are nine (9) Navitas colleges in the United Kingdom: 1. Hertfordshire International College (HIC) is located on the University of Hertfordshire s College Lane Campus in Hatfield 2. London Brunel International College (LBIC) is located on the Uxbridge campus of Brunel University London 3. Cambridge Ruskin International College (CRIC) is located on Anglia Ruskin University s Cambridge campus 4. The International College Wales Swansea, (ICWS) is located on Swansea University s Singleton Park campus 5. The International College Portsmouth (ICP) is located on the University of Portsmouth s campus in central Portsmouth 6. The Plymouth University International College (PUIC) is located on Plymouth University s campus in central Plymouth 7. The International College Robert Gordon University (ICRGU) is located on Robert Gordon University s Garthdee campus in Aberdeen 8. The Edinburgh International College (EIC) is located near Edinburgh Napier University s Merchiston campus in central Edinburgh 9. The Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC) is located on Birmingham City University s Bournville campus As Compliance Systems and Services Coordinator (CSSC) you will help to provide compliance service provision to the UK college network to facilitate a culture that is responsive to change and adaptive to compliance pressures on the network. We will look to you to maintain sound working relationships with the college staff particularly in admissions so as to ensure that our compliance priorities and objectives are met. The CSSC will support the UK compliance function as an integral part of the corporate service provision. The scope of the role will additionally include compliance support of the existing and future members of the UK college network. It may also involve providing compliance advice and guidance to SAE in the UK. The CSSC in addition to the compliance services noted above would be expected to work actively with other members of the college network to provide a confident and cohesive approach to organisational issues, particularly in the areas of Governance and Compliance. You must be able to demonstrate experience of working in a matrix organisation hopefully in the education sector, have political awareness, and an understanding of how an educational organisation works. Ideally, you'll have experience of working in a complex, multi-site organisation. You'll be expected to forge effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, so superb communication and negotiation skills are vital. As someone who is self-motivated and passionate about the value of education, you'll not only bring a track record of improving services through strategic planning, but you'll also be excellent at handling the day-to-day activities of the Compliance Systems and Services function.

4 2. Key Relationships: i. Manager Compliance Systems and Services (MCSS) ii. iii. iv. Director Corporate Service (DCS) Executive General Manager (EGM) College Director / Principal v. General Manager Sales & Marketing 3. Key Result Areas: Scope of Responsibility Profile The CSSC will be responsible for supporting the direction and management of the Compliance Systems and Services function in the UK. The CSSC will be responsible for acting on and implementing major decisions affecting the work of the Compliance Systems and Services function. The CSSC will be required to act on his/her own authority or on the authority delegated from the EGM and DCS and must, as required, be able to justify decisions taken. Delegated Authority Authority to act within delegations as prescribed by the current Navitas Limited Board as enforced through the EGM and the DCS. Extent of Authority The position operates within broad operational parameters as set by the EGM and relevant policies and procedures as imposed by the Board of Directors of Navitas Limited. Authority to promote and execute decisions taken by the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Senior Management Team (SMT) of Navitas UK across the UK college network. Authority to act within delegations as prescribed by the current Board directives and directed by the EGM.

5 Primary Responsibilities and Duties The CSSC is expected to undertake a range of duties including: Compliance and Registry Management Data analysis and commentary on metrics impacting the HTS statistics of the business Provide Navitas UK with efficient and effective registry and compliance services inclusive of policies and procedures compliant with Home Office and other related guidelines Provide advice on the compliance activities and performance of the UK operations Prepare accurate, timely and useful management information including monthly compliance updates and other information for the MCSS Provide appropriate compliance support to each Business Unit Assist in preparing working papers for external compliance audit purposes for lodgement within agreed deadlines Learn and understand the HTS compliance regime in which we operate providing guidance and support to the MCSS and becoming a specialist in agreed areas Help to support internal audits in conjunction with the Group Risk Management function Support Navitas Group compliance projects and initiatives Build relationships with the marketing and admissions teams in the colleges Support the provision of administrative services to provide effective services to students 4. Qualifications and Selection Criteria Essential Criteria Commitment to ongoing professional development in the areas of corporate and strategic management industry best practice Education: A postgraduate university degree or a professional qualification of an equivalent or higher standard and, a commitment to the improvement of the education of young people and the ability to inspire in staff a love of learning Experience: At least 3 years work experience ideally in an education provider. Practical Experience and Knowledge: At least three of the following functional areas: quality assurance and enhancement; budgeting monitoring and reporting; human resource/ohs management; information and communications technology; compliance systems and services, admissions process

6 Communications: Excellent oral, written and inter-personal communications skills in dealing with individuals and groups at all levels. Managing Pressure: Ability to manage time effectively and work under pressure Managing Change: Vision, creativity, motivation and sensitivity in developing and implementing change Policy: The ability to contribute to the development, planning and implementation of an organisation s strategy and policies Corporate Governance: An understanding of private sector values and their applicability to an organisation such as Navitas Limited Analytical Ability, Problem Solving and Strategic Thinking: The ability to assimilate and analyse information quickly and accurately and to think strategically, formulate decisions and make recommendations as well as experience in developing and implementing strategic plans ICT Skills: Proven ability in using the components of MS Office; database package; and an understanding of the strategic importance of ICT to the delivery of an organisation s success Equality of Opportunity: An understanding of equality legislation in the UK and its impact on the delivery of corporate services Mobility: The post holder must be willing and able to travel both inside and outside the UK and have a full current driving licence or access to a form of transport to enable him/her to meet the requirements of the post in full the role will be full time based in Oxford Hours of Work: The standard office hours for Navitas are 8.30am to 5pm. Desirable Recent experience in a private educational organisation 5. Performance Appraisal The Compliance Systems and Services Coordinator will be required to participate in an annual appraisal and review process. The process will involve working with the Director of Corporate Services and Manager Compliance Systems and Services to develop a Performance Appraisal Action Plan (PAAP) inclusive of performance metrics that are specific to the individual as well as generic Navitas Limited metrics. The outcomes of the appraisal process will be instrumental in determining any salary change and or continuation in the role. Any other duties as required by the DCS or MCSS.