Global Mobility & Immigration Advisor - UK & Europe

AtkinsRéalis; The Wells; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services firm in the UK is seeking an Advisor for their Global Mobility function to manage international assignments and immigration compliance. This role involves coordinating mobilizations and providing expert guidance on immigration matters. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of mobility policies, excellent problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset to facilitate a seamless experience for employees and stakeholders. A hybrid working culture and various benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Employee rewards

Flexible holiday allowances

Qualifications

• 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 and external vendors.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for employees regarding mobility processes.
• Execute timely mobilizations and permanent transfers.
• Manage immigration requirements and sponsor-license obligations.

Skills

Knowledge of international mobility policies

Understanding of UK & Europe immigration regulations

Managing sponsor licenses

End-to-end mobility process management

Employee experience focus

Problem-solving skills

Commercial understanding

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Cultural sensitivity

Familiarity with mobility platforms

Tools

Equus

Workday

Job description

This advisory role within the Global Mobility (GM) function is responsible for managing successful international assignments and permanent transfers into the region, as well as managing immigration compliance and processes for international transfers and domestic hires. It combines hands‑on coordination with advisory responsibilities to support the effective execution of talent mobility strategies aligned with business needs. The role delivers a consistent, high‑quality experience for both employees and the business.

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 mobilisations and permanent transfers into the region, manage immigration requirements in partnership with external vendors, and provide market insights to influence business decisions. The Advisor also manages the company’s adherence to UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations, maintains sponsor‑license obligations, and provides expert guidance on immigration matters to internal stakeholders or clients. The Advisor coordinates with internal teams and external service providers to ensure seamless assignee experience, building strong relationships with HR, Reward, Tax and Finance.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of international mobility policies and assignment lifecycle.
• In‑depth understanding of UK & Europe immigration regulations and processes, with a particular focus on UK compliance.
• Experience managing sponsor licenses and Points‑Based System applications (Tier 2/Skilled Worker essentials).
• 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).

About AtkinsRéalis

We are a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organisation. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers can change the world. We are committed to leading our clients across various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. We actively seek individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world‑class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual identity, age, religion or disability, and we enrich our organisation through these differences.

Benefits

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