International Education Analyst (Spanish)
LOCATION
Hybrid (min 2 days a week onsite in Cheltenham)
CONTRACT
Permanent, Full-Time
Department
Research, Data and Insights
SALARY DETAILS
Up to £31k
About Ecctis:
At Ecctis, our vision is to be the acknowledged global leader in the international qualifications and recognition arena. Our mission is to be the preferred source of expert advice on the recognition and comparability of qualifications and skills internationally, building on our advanced research and our established knowledge and experience of education systems across the world. Ecctis delivers a wide range of services, products, and projects in the field of international education. We help make sense of international qualifications and support a range of clients including individuals, universities, and colleges, awarding bodies and government ministries.
We are an Employee Ownership Trust; we do things a little differently from some other organisations. Every one of our employees has a voice and our people are highly motivated and committed. Our structure allows for our combined success as an organisation to be shared equitably across the Company. The trust is indirect, meaning that eligible employees are not shareholders directly, however they are held ‘in-trust’ by the Trust’s Board of Directors.
Purpose of role:
International Education Analysts represent the core pool of overseas education specialists. Their specialist technical knowledge and expertise underpins delivery of the UK ENIC services for individuals and members. They are responsible for researching and evaluating qualifications, and maintaining high quality, up to date information on international education systems.
Key responsibilities:
Research and credential evaluation
- Conduct research into overseas qualifications and education systems, and review / update our databases, in line with the Information Development Plan and agreed KPIs for time and quality
- Respond to complex enquiries and complete individual research cases within the stipulated timeframe
- Present clear, reasoned and thorough qualification assessment proposals for peer review, following the methodology and evaluation criteria
- Review and provide constructive feedback on colleagues’ proposals
Internal and external engagement
- Establish and maintain contact with international stakeholders to support the provision and review of information
- Support the development and delivery of training and webinars for UK ENIC members
- Understand how international developments in education, policy and member needs affect research priorities
Systems, team and practice and development
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Through project delivery work and/or proposal writing, demonstrate a clear understanding of relevant Ecctis
project methodologies and how these might be adapted - Support the peer review of project work as requested, contributing constructive feedback to project reports
- Contribute ideas to the development of processes and procedures to improve efficiency and/or effectiveness
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Take accountability for own development, drawing on project and proposal feedback and applying it to
future work.
Desired skills and experience
- UK Bachelor degree (or comparable international qualification)
- High level of proficiency in Spanish
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Highly organised and able to manage a varied workload
- Ability to build and maintain business relationships in multicultural contexts
- Ability to work as part of a team and to share information
- Ability to work dynamically using own initiative as well as working effectively with colleagues
Employee benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus swappable bank holidays, as well as additional 3 days gifted for the Christmas office closure
- Life assurance of 3 x basic salary for members of the pension scheme
- Vitality Private Health and BUPA Dental Care Scheme with employee contribution
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Please note: All applicants must hold a current permit or visa showing their right to work in the UK. The onboarding process will include Basic DBS screening Ecctis
To apply: Please apply with your CV and cover letter at [email protected] no later than close of business on
Wednesday 8 October 2025.
Employee ownership trust:
As an Employee Ownership Trust, we do things a little differently from some other organisations. Every one of our employees has a voice and our people are highly motivated and committed. Our structure allows for our combined success as an organisation to be shared equitably across the Company. The trust is indirect, meaning that eligible employees are not shareholders directly, however they are held ‘in-trust’ by the Trust’s Board of Directors.
EDI statement:
Ecctis Ltd is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity and connectedness. The core of our work involves working internationally with individuals all over the globe with different backgrounds. In recruiting for our organisation, Ecctis Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer, and welcomes the unique contributions you can bring; therefore, we specifically welcome applicants of all backgrounds, regardless of race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), sex or gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or disability. We recruit purely on merit and skills.
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