Buckinghamshire New University
Senior Due Diligence Advisor
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Full Time - Permanent - High Wycombe
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Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.
Our University’s DRIVE values are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary, and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues.
The University is seeking a Senior Due Diligence Officer to play a pivotal role in safeguarding our academic integrity and institutional reputation. This role is central to ensuring that educational collaborations—both domestic and international—are ethically sound, legally compliant, financially robust, and strategically aligned with the University’s mission.
Working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners, the Due Diligence Officer will provide critical assessments that enable informed decision-making and effective risk mitigation across a diverse portfolio of academic collaborations.
You will bring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to exercise professional judgment in complex environments. You are comfortable working across cultures and regulatory contexts and can communicate findings clearly to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
The post holder may be expected to work weekends.
What We Offer
- Generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
- Hybrid working (dependent on business needs)
- Training & development support opportunities
- Contributory pension scheme
- Discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
- A range of staff discounts with major retailers.
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If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.
For further information about this role please contact Shabana Hussain on Shabana.Hussain@bnu.ac.uk
All applications are to be made in full and online.
BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace and aim to continue building an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU’s workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.
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Please let us know if you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that would enable you to perform to the best of your abilities in your role. Please reach out to Shabana Hussain on Shabana.Hussain@bnu.ac.uk if you have any specific needs or if you would like more information on how we can support you.
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Closing Date: 07 September 2026
Interview Date: 21 September 2026
If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
BNU is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process.
Job Description
Job Title: Senior Due Diligence Advisor
College/Directorate: External Collaborations
Grade: F
Location: High Wycombe
Hours: 37
Responsible to: Senior Manager Partnership Compliance
Responsible For
Job Purpose:
The purpose of the Due Diligence Officer is to safeguard the university’s academic integrity and reputation by conducting thorough assessments of potential educational collaborations. This includes evaluating institutional credentials, legal and regulatory compliance, financial stability, and alignment with the university’s strategic goals. The role supports informed decision-making and risk mitigation across domestic and international collaborations. To practice an inclusive approach and support building an inclusive university community where people can be themselves.
Main Duties & Responsibilities Of The Role
- Lead and coordinate due diligence processes for new and renewing academic partnerships, including transnational education (TNE), joint programmes, and articulation agreements.
- Assess institutional profiles, governance structures, accreditation status, and reputational standing of partner organisations.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders (Legal, Finance, Quality Assurance, Academic Faculties) to gather input and ensure cross-functional review.
- Develop and maintain due diligence frameworks, checklists, and reporting templates aligned with sector best practices.
- Conduct risk assessments and produce clear, evidence-based recommendations for partnership approval panels.
- Monitor regulatory developments and geopolitical risks that may impact existing or prospective partnerships.
- Maintain accurate records of due diligence outcomes and ensure audit-readiness.
- Support the development of training and guidance materials for staff involved in partnership development.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of partnership governance processes and systems
- Comply with relevant legislative and other requirements (e.g., the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR; Health and Safety; UKVI; and Equality and Diversity) in all working practices.
- Such other duties temporarily or on a continuing basis, as may reasonably be required.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION - Essential Criteria Only
Education, Qualifications & Training
Means of Testing
- First degree or equivalent
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Knowledge & Experience
- Delivering an excellent customer experience
- A/I
- Experienced administrator
- A/I
- Experience of committee servicing/minute taking
- A/I
- Experience of dealing with sensitive casework
- A/I
- Experience of problem solving
- A/I
- Experience of educational working practices
- A/I
- Knowledge of Higher Education systems, process and procedures in the UK
- A/I
- Experience of analysing and reflecting on data and process and proposing change and solutions
- A/I
- Awareness of data protection, freedom of information and consumer rights legislation
- A/I
Skills
- Digitally able and proficient in Microsoft tools
- A/I
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to develop effective working relationships at all levels across the organisation
- A/I
- Excellent written and oral communication skills including report writing
- A/I
- Proven organisational and planning skills
- A/I
- Ability to work as part of a team
- A/I
- Proactive and flexible attitude to work
- A/I
- Proven ability of working well under pressure, to deadlines and with minimal supervision
- A/I
- Good IT skills using MS packages and databases
- A/I
- Good time management skills, with the ability to manage simultaneous projects to deadlines
- A/I
- Methodical and accurate approach - meticulous attention to detail
- A/I
Special Requirements
- Willingness to work flexible hours as required during peak work times
- A/I
- Willingness to travel in the UK and overseas as required
- A/I
Behavioural Indicators
The BNU Behaviours Framework (BBF) Is a Framework For All University Staff That Sets Out The Key Behaviours That Exemplify The DRIVE Values And Ethos Of The University. The Nine Categories Provide a Clear Steer On Behavioural Expectations That Will Help Support a Step Change In The Performance And Culture Of The University. The Three Key Behavioural Indicators For This Post Are As Follows
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Delivering excellent service
Providing the best quality service to external and internal customers/students/stakeholders. Building genuine and open long-term relationships in order to drive up customer service standards.
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Working together
Working collaboratively and across boundaries with others in order to achieve objectives. Recognising and valuing the different contributions people bring to this process.
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Achieving results
Consistently meeting agreed objectives and success criteria. Taking personal responsibility for getting things done.
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