Licensed Immigration Adviser (Part-time)

Gina & Partners NZ Limited; Christchurch; Remote; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A New Zealand immigration advisory firm is seeking a Licensed Immigration Adviser (Part-time) to provide expert immigration advice and manage visa applications. The ideal candidate will possess a current immigration adviser licence and strong knowledge of New Zealand immigration law. Offering a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements, this role supports personal commitments while contributing to a growing team.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Full immigration adviser licence with the New Zealand Immigration Advisers Authority.
• In-depth knowledge and experience with resident visa pathways.
• Proficiency with relevant digital tools and case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert immigration advice and assistance to clients.
• Manage a variety of visa applications and pathways to residence.
• Draft professional documentation for immigration submissions.
• Conduct research on immigration policies and updates.

Skills

Current full Immigration Adviser licence

Strong knowledge of New Zealand immigration law

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Japanese language ability

Job description

Overview

Licensed Immigration Adviser (Part-time) – Gina & Partners (NZ) Ltd provides education and work placement services, primarily for Japanese clients. Alongside this, we offer expert immigration advice across a range of visa categories. Our Auckland team is growing, and this is a chance to contribute meaningfully to our continued success.

Location: Anywhere in New Zealand

Key responsibilities

• Provide expert immigration advice and assistance to clients, ensuring full compliance with immigration laws and regulations.
• Manage a variety of visa applications, including pathways to residence.
• Draft professional documentation such as cover letters, PPI responses, Section 61 requests, and other immigration submissions.
• Conduct research and stay current with changes to immigration policies, the Operations Manual, IACs, and Visa Paks.
• Support clients and advisers with administrative tasks including document management, correspondence, and scheduling.
• Maintain accurate records and case progress reports.
• Liaise with internal colleagues, clients, and external stakeholders to deliver excellent service.
• Supervise and mentor a provisional licence holder.

About you

You will bring professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to client care. To be successful, you will have:

• A current full Immigration Adviser licence with the New Zealand Immigration Advisers Authority (IAA).
• Strong knowledge of New Zealand immigration law, policies, and application processes.
• In-depth knowledge and experience with resident visa pathways.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex immigration concepts for clients.
• Proficiency with relevant digital tools and case management systems.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with attention to detail.
• A collaborative, team-focused mindset.
• Japanese language ability (advantageous).

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration aligned to skills and experience.
• Flexible working arrangements to support personal and family commitments.
• A supportive, inclusive company culture that values professional growth.