At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage visa applications and support global talent in building their futures in the UK.
- Company: Join the Royal Academy of Engineering, a charity driving innovation and inclusivity.
- Benefits: Flexible working, a vibrant office in central London, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Fixed term role until March 2027, with a dynamic team and a supportive culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by helping exceptional engineers thrive and shape the future.
- Qualifications: Detail-oriented with excellent organisational skills and a passion for supporting global talent.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We are looking for someone who is detail-driven, curious, and passionate about enabling global talent to thrive. This is more than just an administrative role; it is a chance to help exceptional engineers from around the world build their futures in the UK. As part of our Global Talent Visa team, you will be at the heart of a fast-paced, high-impact programme that supports international mobility and innovation.
You will be involved in managing visa applications, conducting thorough eligibility checks, and ensuring our processes meet Home Office standards. Your precision and care in handling sensitive data will help us maintain trust and deliver a smooth, reliable experience for applicants. You will also support our expert reviewers and stakeholders, sharing guidance, and helping shape improvements to how we work. Your insights will contribute to better systems, clearer communications, and more inclusive support for future applicants.
We are looking for someone with excellent organisational skills, with a sharp eye for detail. Please note, this role is fixed term up to March 2027.
Application closing date: 10/08/2026
Interview date: w/c 17/08/2026
Interview location: London
Our light, spacious head office is based in a fantastic location in central London with views over St James's Park and close to the West End. We operate hybrid, flexible working practices with a baseline for office-based working of a mandatory weekly team day plus further days each week as required for the role and the Academy.
The Royal Academy of Engineering is a charity that harnesses the power of engineering to build a sustainable society and an inclusive economy that works for everyone. In collaboration with our Fellows and partners, we are growing talent and developing skills for the future, driving innovation, building global partnerships, influencing policy, and engaging the public.
With a diverse workforce and an inclusive and supportive culture, we look to attract candidates from wide and different backgrounds who have a passion for the role engineering plays in society. Our aim is to make the Academy the best place to work for the staff we have and those we seek to attract.
We are looking for people who are driven to make the world a better place. If you are passionate about what you do and want to work collaboratively with talented colleagues to make change happen now and for future generations, we want you to get in touch.
This is the perfect time to join us. We have a dynamic, visionary CEO, a strong leadership team, and an ambitious and exciting strategy. The value we bring as experts in our field and change agents is highly recognised and makes the Academy a motivating place to be. Our work today builds on a long, proud history with a focused and ambitious future which we would love you to be part of.
The Academy is committed to making reasonable adjustments to remove barriers that hinder applicants from applying or staff from working effectively and comfortably.
Programme Officer, Global Talent Visa employer: Royal Academy of Engineering
The Royal Academy of Engineering is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where creativity and innovation thrive. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have access to numerous growth opportunities and the chance to collaborate with passionate professionals dedicated to making a difference in engineering communications. Enjoy a supportive culture that values diversity and encourages the sharing of ideas, all while contributing to impactful campaigns that resonate with audiences.
Contact Details:
Royal Academy of Engineering Recruitment Team
