Global Talent Programme Administrator

About Founders Forum

Founders Forum is Europe’s prominent entrepreneur community, focused around a number of events annually where our guests engage in open debate, brainstorms, discussion and problem solving in an intimate and collaborative atmosphere - building connections and discussing how to accelerate the positive impact of technology on the world. Founders in our community include Richard Branson (Virgin), Evan Spiegel (Snapchat), Dame Natalie Massenet (Net-a-Porter), Reid Hoffman (LinkedIn). Some of our Partners include Goldman Sachs, McKinsey, De Beers, McLaren & many other inspiring organisations! Our Invite-Only events take place in iconic locations around the globe that include Soho Farmhouse, Cheval Blanc & Windsor Castle.

In 2023, Founders Forum Group acquired Tech Nation to continue to execute against Tech Nation’s mission to empower tech entrepreneurs, scale innovative startups, and provide a united platform for UK tech founders. We are now relaunching the programmes, insights, global talent and rising stars pillars of Tech Nation. As part of this, we are looking for a Programme Administrator to help continue the incredible work of the Global Talent Visa endorsement programme and help to write the next thrilling chapter of innovation in the UK.

Main Responsibilities:

• Utilising Tech Nation’s systems, oversee and operate the core endorsement application process between the Home Office and Tech Nation’s assessors, ensuring the effective handling of visa endorsement applications within required time constraints.
• Maintain effective communications and collaboration with key government departments and  administrative teams, raising or addressing any issues in a timely manner.
• Support the Senior Programme Manager with developing the Advisory Partner group, and assist with finding, recruiting and onboarding new Advisory Partners in order to keep pace with growth in application volumes for the Global Talent programme.
• Calculate and process the monthly and quarterly invoices for both Government departments and Advisory Partners respectively, working with the Finance team for processing.
• Ensure critical application and invoicing data is kept up to date, accurate and secure.
• Manage the formal programme and general enquiries email inboxes, responding to any incoming enquiries and assisting applicants or assessors where appropriate.
• Share ideas for continual improvements of the Global Talent endorsement programme in order to maintain the highest operational and assessment standards, in addition to meeting the objective of increasing the number of high quality of applications.
• Be willing to assist the wider programme team with various activities such as events and the Alumni Network.
• Routinely collect, monitor and report KPIs for Operational activity

Requirements

• Some previous experience in business administration or data processing is highly desirable
• Experience in 'Talent or 'Immigration' is not required. It is more important that you have the desire to learn.
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in information processing
• Tech Savvy: Comfortable working with digital systems and a willing to learn
• Collaborative Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively within a team and assist the Senior Programme Manager
• Problem-Solving Skills: Proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues in a timely manner, raising concerns, and proposing solutions when necessary.
• Organisational Skills: Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks
• Customer Service Orientation: Willingness to assist visa applicants and assessors
• Data Management: Ability to ensure critical application and invoicing data is kept up to date, accurate, and secure.
• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in collecting, monitoring, and reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to operational activities.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Actively participate in suggesting ideas for improving process

Benefits

We offer a range of flexible, discretionary benefits to our team. These currently include:

• 25 days contractual annual leave
• Enhanced discretionary leave provision, including an additional day off for your birthday and leave between Christmas and New Years Day
• The option to work remotely anywhere in the world for 3 weeks/year (1 week at Easter and 2 weeks during July and August)
• Private healthcare package
• Mental health, wellbeing, and learning and development stipends
• Lunch 1x/week, office snacks, and regular team drinks
• Quarterly team activities and annual team trip/day out
• Access to the Founders Forum Group network of businesses and wider tech ecosystem

We currently have a hybrid working model with 4 days spent in the office and 1 day with the option to work remotely/from home.

Our Values

Community first

More than just fellow founders. Everything we offer is centred around the founders we work alongside. A goldmine of information, support and opportunity for our community. Our experience and connections allow us to offer unparalleled guidance, advice and events. We are committed to being there for the highs, the lows and everything in between. A trusted ally, driving positive action by championing the people behind great ideas and building real relationships.

Entrepreneurial to our core

Preserving our startup mentality is the key to being able to empathise with and fully support our growing community. Just like the founders we work with, entrepreneurship runs through our veins. We drive change and unearth new ways of thinking by reframing the way we approach an idea. We look at the possibilities of business through a new lens. Seeking out potential in every aspect of life, passionately pursuing new ideas.

Founding the future

We are forward thinkers. Always at the forefront of innovation. Our foot is firmly planted on the accelerator as we gain understanding of what tech is coming and new trends that will shape our lives. We have a hunger for knowledge and find joy in discovery, paving the way for a new way of thinking. This is the room of people you want and need to be in, to drive yourself and your business forward.

Excellence without ego

We don't take ourselves too seriously, but are proud of what we do. We work together, recognising the expertise of those around us, and understand the value in differing points of view. We are committed to excellence and always hold ourselves to the highest standard.