Global Immigration - Consultant or Senior Consultant

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global advisory firm is seeking a Consultant or Senior Consultant in Melbourne to join their Global Immigration practice. The role involves executing compliance services related to visa applications and providing strategic immigration advice. Ideal candidates have a background as a registered migration agent or legal practitioner with 2–4 years of experience. This hybrid position offers flexible work arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in a legal or professional services environment.
• Solid knowledge of immigration fundamentals and processes.
• Ability to prioritize tasks while working independently or collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Execute compliance services related to visa applications and work permits.
• Provide strategic advice on immigration compliance requirements.
• Assist clients in sponsoring overseas nationals and represent them in visa matters.

Skills

Registered migration agent or legal practitioner

Managing high volumes of work

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Location: Melbourne

Other locations: Anywhere in Country

Date: 3 Sept 2025

Requisition ID: 1622628

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The opportunity

As our Consultant or Senior Consultant you’ll join our Global Immigration practice, part of an international network of offices, and a worldwide team of People Advisory Services professionals.

This is a hybrid position based in Naarm – Melbourne, Boorloo – Perth, Canberra - Meanjin – Brisbane or Warrang – Sydney. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options.

Your key responsibilities

• Execute compliance services related to visa applications, work permits, residence permits, extensions, short-term business traveller deployment, and diagnostic reviews of immigration compliance with the Department of Home Affairs.
• Provide strategic advice to help client organisations understand and navigate immigration compliance requirements.
• Assist clients in sponsoring overseas nationals to work in their business, and represent them in matters related to sponsorships, visa refusals, and cancellations.

Skills and attributes for success

• Professional Background: Registered migration agent or legal practitioner with 2–4 years of experience in a legal or professional services environment, demonstrating solid knowledge of immigration fundamentals and processes.
• Work Style & Capabilities: Skilled at managing high volumes of work within tight timeframes, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively while working independently or collaboratively.
• Mindset & Approach: Passionate about process-driven work, with a strong attention to detail and a proactive attitude toward continuous improvement.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

• Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences ey.com/au/careerdevelopment
• Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/au/benefits
• Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Acknowledgement of Country

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation atey.com/en_au/careers/indigenous

Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch [e-mail] or [phone] (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

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