University of Exeter Hiring for Policy Advisor (Student Cases) Job at Exeter, England Full Time

Compliance, Governance and Risk (University Cases Team)

This full-time position is available on a permanent basis, based primarily at Streatham campus but working across our campuses in Exeter and Cornwall.

Summary of the role/position

This position offers an exciting opportunity for those wishing to develop their career in casework, particularly in relation to the investigation of cases under the Student Complaints, Sexual Misconduct, Fitness to Practise and Disciplinary procedures. We are looking for a committed and resilient individual who has the experience and skills to join our busy team.

The successful role holder will provide a high level of support and advice to colleagues in Compliance, Governance and Risk as well as colleagues within the wider University. You will bring an up to date knowledge of regulatory requirements and relevant law with respect to casework (e.g. Consumer Rights Act (CRA), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Equality Act 2010, Office of the Independent Adjudicator (OIA), the Quality Assurance Agency Quality Code).

The successful applicant for this post will have experience of working flexibly both as part of a team and of working independently to deliver an outstanding student experience. You will have excellent organisational and communication skills, and ideally have experience of casework in this or a similar compliance related background.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

The University of Exeter

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 150 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2017.

Our research income in recent years means we’re the fastest growing UK Research University with some of the world’s most influential scientists, and we seek to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today through this. 98% of our research is of international quality (2014 Research Excellence Framework). We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Exeter is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City. In 2019, Devon was voted as having the best quality of life of anywhere in England and Wales, making it a popular choice for both work and study.

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

With over 27,000 students and 6,400 staff from 180 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community. Reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.

Benefits

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

• 41 days leave per year
• options for flexible working
• numerous discounts at leading retailers
• onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme
• sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to six weeks full pay) and a new Fertility Treatment Policy
• stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautiful South West of England

Further information

Please contact Sarah Donaldson, [email protected] or (01392) 723 329.