Global Mobility & Immigration Advisor – UK & Europe

AtkinsRéalis; Epsom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company in Epsom seeks a Global Mobility Advisor to manage assignments and immigration compliance. This role involves coordinating mobility processes, focusing on providing a seamless experience for employees, and managing relationships with service providers. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of UK and Europe immigration regulations and a strong emphasis on employee experience. A commitment to personal growth and leadership potential is essential. Competitive salaries and hybrid working options are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee rewards

Professional development opportunities

Flexible holiday allowances

Qualifications

• Proven experience in advanced mobility environments.
• Ability to thrive and grow into future leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for mobility processes and policies.
• Manage timely mobilizations and permanent transfers.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external providers for assignee experience.

Skills

International mobility policies knowledge

UK & Europe immigration regulations understanding

End-to-end mobility process management

Employee experience focus

Problem-solving skills

Commercial understanding

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Resilience in fast-paced environments

Cultural sensitivity

Familiarity with mobility platforms (Equus)

Familiarity with HRIS systems (Workday)

Education

Strong academic foundations

Job description

Job Description

Overview

This advisory role within the Global Mobility (GM) function is equally focused on Global Mobility and Immigration. It is responsible for managing successful assignments and permanent transfers into the region while overseeing immigration compliance and processes. This role combines hands‑on coordination with advisory responsibilities to support the effective execution of talent mobility strategies aligned with business needs. It plays a key part in delivering a consistent and high‑quality experience for both employees and the business. Working closely with the Global Mobility team, Total Rewards Expatriate Tax HR shared services center (People Hub) and regional HR teams is key to providing accurate guidance and ensuring smooth execution processes. Our team is based in Epsom and this role is required to be office based 3 days per week.

Your role

The Advisor serves as the primary point of contact for employees and managers on mobility processes, policies and compliance requirements. They execute timely and cost‑effective mobilizations and permanent transfers into the region, manage immigration requirements in partnership with external vendors and provide market insights to influence business decisions. The Advisor coordinates with internal teams and external service providers to ensure a seamless assignee experience and builds strong relationships with HR Reward Tax and Finance.

About you

We are seeking exceptional candidates with strong academic foundations, proven experience in advanced mobility environments and clear potential to grow into future leaders with us. We are looking for a high calibre of expertise and an individual with the vision and motivation to truly thrive in this role.

• Strong knowledge of international mobility policies and assignment lifecycle.
• In‑depth understanding of UK & Europe immigration regulations and processes.
• Experience managing end‑to‑end mobility processes including coordination with external vendors.
• Strong focus on employee experience throughout the assignee lifecycle.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and a proactive client‑focused mindset.
• Good commercial understanding and ability to apply it to mobility‑related decisions.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation and influencing skills.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across HR business units and other partners.
• Demonstrated resilience and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced evolving environment.
• A global mindset and cultural sensitivity when working with diverse teams and assignees.
• Familiarity with mobility platforms (e.g. Equus) and HRIS systems (e.g. Workday).

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

About AtkinsRéalis

We are AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together with our industry partners and clients and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers we can change the world. We are committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So we offer a range of family friendly inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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