We are working with a global organisation seeking an experienced EMEA Immigration Manager to join their People & Culture / Employment Legal function on a 13 month contract. This role plays a key part in advising the business on immigration matters across the EMEA region, with a strong focus on UK sponsor licence management and compliance.
Reporting into senior employment legal leadership, you will act as a trusted advisor to People & Culture partners, hiring managers, and employees on all immigration-related matters. You will manage day‑to‑day immigration casework and act as the main point of contact between the business and external immigration counsel across EMEA.
Key responsibilities include:
- Advising internal stakeholders on UK and EMEA immigration matters, including non‑immigrant and immigrant visas
- Managing and maintaining UK sponsor licences, ensuring ongoing compliance
- Coordinating documentation for immigration applications with candidates, consultants, and external counsel
- Acting as an internal escalation point for immigration queries and complex cases
- Educating managers on immigration compliance and best practice
- Building strong working relationships with P&C, Recruitment, Legal, Finance, Payroll, Global Mobility, and external providers
- Supporting the Right to Work process in collaboration with P&C Operations
- Liaising closely with outside counsel to interpret and apply immigration policies accurately and efficiently
You will be an experienced UK corporate immigration professional who is comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, international environment and advising stakeholders at all levels.
- 4+ years’ experience as a UK Corporate Immigration Consultant or Advisor (multi‑jurisdictional experience is a plus)
- Strong understanding of UK immigration and work authorisation laws
- Experience managing sponsor licence compliance
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work autonomously while balancing multiple priorities
- High level of professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
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