Job Description

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.

Essential requirements:

• 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