Job Description
Global law firm with a fantastic reputation, has a brand new requirement for a UK Immigration Director. The role will lead the firms' UK immigration offering, providing advice and guidance to a range of multi-national organisations regarding inbound immigration queries.
This is a rare opportunity for someone keen to develop an immigration practice within a highly regarded global firm.
Your main responsibilities will include but not limited to the following:
* Act as main point of contact for a range of clients regarding immigration queries.
* Provide advice to corporations on the Skilled Worker/Global Mobility visa category and act as a Level 1 User on the Sponsor Management System.
* Visit client sites to provide training and undertake audits on immigration compliance and employment law implications.
* Act as a subject matter expert for wider firm on all immigration topics.
* Lead a team of immigration professionals, handing any escalations for complex cases.
* Coordinate with wider firm practice areas to offer multi-faceted approach.
* Lead in business development activities, driving new firm initiatives.
* Ensure department compliance with UK regulations.
You:
* Will have strong experience in UK corporate immigration law and proven background in leading a department.
* Strong commercial acumen with ability to identify potential commercial opportunities and cross-sell firm services.
* Ability to build strong client relationships is also key as you will provide a main point of contact service to a range of high profile clients.
* Subject matter expert for all immigration queries.
* Previous people management experience.
* Proven track record within business development; with ability to demonstrate generating revenues on a consistent basis.
* Ideally OISC Level 1 accredited or willingness to undertake.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who interested in developing an immigration practice, within a globally renowned firm.