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Home Connect Jobs International applicants Share Home Connect Jobs Search jobs Benefits of working here Disabled applicants International applicants Equality, diversity and inclusion Inclusive career opportunities Relocating to Manchester Application hints and tips Flexible working International applicants As a global institution, situated at the heart of a diverse multicultural city, we welcome job applicants from all countries and nationalities to The University of Manchester. The University has a strong track record of successfully recruiting staff from around the world. A quarter of our 12,000 staff are from overseas.  We know from our history that world-class scholarship and research require the engagement and exchange of people and ideas. If you join us, you'll also be part of Manchester, a cosmopolitan, vibrant and friendly city.  Hear from our diverse and international community of staff and students: Support and advice for international applicants If you’re ready for the challenge of living and working in another country, we will aim to make the transition as smooth as possible.  We have provided some information on Visas below with links to further resources.  You could also take a look at our Orientation Handbook which has useful information on life in the UK and the types of services The University offers our International Staff.  If you’re an International Researcher you may also find the following British Council website helpful. Do I have the right to work in the UK? As part of the University’s recruitment process, we will check that all prospective employees are eligible to live and work in the UK prior to them commencing work.  If you are unsure of your right to work, we recommend using the online tool provided by the government which will establish your eligibility and options relating to Visas.  It is also useful to establish whether your family and dependents can come to live and work in the UK. GOV.UK Visa Checking Tool I am a non-British/Irish national Manchester Discover the thriving, cosmopolitan city that could become your new home. Read more Before you arrive Find the answers to any practical questions you may have before coming to Manchester. Read more