Senior Manager - Immigration - London

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Immigration Manager to deliver strategic immigration solutions for global clients. Responsibilities include advising on UK immigration law, managing end-to-end client engagements, and mentoring junior team members. The role emphasizes innovation in compliance and collaboration with senior stakeholders. This position offers a hybrid working model and the opportunity for career progression within a diverse and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Global Exposure

Career Progression

Support & Coaching

Flexible Working

Competitive salary and benefits

Inclusive Culture

Qualifications

• Expertise in providing innovative guidance on complex regulations.
• Ability to engage senior stakeholders and connect EY experts to client challenges.
• Commitment to championing quality and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Advise on UK immigration law, visa categories, and eligibility.
• Prepare and review applications to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Guide clients on sponsorship licensing and compliance audits.
• Manage client engagements and maintain proactive communication.
• Lead and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Building trusted relationships

Expertise in immigration law

Strong influencing skills

Proactive cross-border execution

Clear communication skills

Cultural awareness

Quality and risk management

Leveraging technology

Job description

At EY

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The Opportunity

We seek an experienced Senior immigration Manager to deliver strategic, compliant solutions for global clients while leading team development and driving business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on UK immigration law, visa categories, eligibility, and settlement pathways.
• Prepare and review applications, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely submission.
• Guide clients on sponsorship licensing, compliance audits, and right-to-work checks.
• Manage client engagements end-to-end, maintaining proactive communication and data accuracy.
• Lead and mentor junior team members; support recruitment, training, and development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with EY’s risk, quality, and engagement procedures.
• Oversee budgeting, billing, and financial targets.
• Identify business opportunities, strengthen client relationships, and share best practices.
• Collaborate across service lines to deliver integrated solutions and thought leadership.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• The ability to build trusted relationships and anticipate mobility needs.
• Expertise in providing innovative guidance on complex regulations.
• Strong influencing skills to engage senior stakeholders and connect EY experts to client challenges.
• A proactive approach to ensuring seamless cross-border execution.
• Deep technical knowledge combined with clear, confident communication skills.
• The capability to navigate ambiguity with cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• A commitment to championing quality and risk management.
• A forward-thinking mindset to leverage technology and enhance client experience, driving impactful outcomes.

What We Offer

At EY, we’ll develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

• Global Exposure: Work with international clients and collaborate across EY’s global network.
• Career Progression: Lead high‑impact projects and shape your professional journey.
• Support & Coaching: Learn from industry leaders and receive ongoing mentoring.
• Flexible Working: Hybrid model (minimum two days in the office) with a focus on work‑life balance.
• Total Rewards: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and exclusive EY perks.
• Inclusive Culture: A workplace where you belong, feel valued, and can thrive.

Ready to lead, inspire, and make an impact? Apply now.

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