KSA MENA Immigration Cluster Lead

EY; Riyadh; On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EY is seeking a KSA Immigration Cluster Lead to manage immigration processes, build relationships with government authorities, and lead a team within a strategic leadership role. The position requires strong operational and compliance skills, with a focus on team management and stakeholder engagement in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Future-focused skills development

Flexible working environment

Diverse and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Experience dealing with personal documentation of employees.
• Ability to provide document control solutions for immigration.
• Strong client relationship management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage immigration processes and ensure compliance with laws.
• Lead and mentor a team of immigration professionals.
• Build and maintain relationships with government authorities.

Skills

Confidentiality

Integrity

Project management

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Job description

The KSA Immigration Cluster Lead is a strategic leadership role responsible for managing and optimizing the EY immigration processes within the cluster. This position requires a strong focus on team management, operational efficiency, and the development, maintenance, and evolution of robust relationships with government entities and stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities

1. Build and maintain strong relationships with government authorities and immigration agencies.
2. Stay current with the latest developments in Immigration and Labour, ensuring timely updates are incorporated into the newsletter and communicated to management and relevant teams.
3. Remain aware of changes in immigration laws and regulations to ensure compliance and provide appropriate guidance to stakeholders. Oversee the immigration processes to ensure timely and accurate submissions of applications and documentation.
4. Identify areas for process improvement and implement best practices to enhance operational efficiency.
5. Monitor and analyze immigration metrics to assess performance and drive continuous improvement.
6. Lead and mentor a team of immigration professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
7. Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to team members.
8. Facilitate training and development opportunities to enhance team capabilities.
9. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including HR, legal, and business leaders, to align immigration strategies with business objectives.
10. Provide expert guidance and support to stakeholders on immigration-related matters.
11. Where required, communicate effectively with clients and external partners to address their immigration needs.
12. Manage the successful delivery of immigration projects in your Cluster and in some instances the MENA region.
13. Adherence to Quality and Risk Management processes.
14. Oversee the entire pension process within your cluster by mitigating any risks and ensuring 100% compliance.
15. Conduct regular risk assessments for new projects assigned and highlight any risks to the management prior to deployment.
16. Create and develop process documents for all internal processes within the office and the regions as part of your cluster.
17. Support with the Nationalization process and collaborate with internal teams to maintain compliance.
18. Manage and support any queries received from senior management, employees, and guide them in accordance with the best practices.
19. Manage/supervise the inspections of government officials during their visit to the offices across all entities in your office and the regions as part of your cluster.
20. Supervise the renewal of Auditors Registration & Partners Auditors Certificate, Trade Licenses, Immigration and Labour permits, etc., for all entities in your office and the regions, ensuring compliance and meeting deadlines while coordinating with the Legal team as needed.
21. Set a clear vision and direction for the immigration cluster, aligning with EY's overall strategy.
22. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence within the team.
23. Lead by example, demonstrating integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to EY's values.

Skills and attributes for success

• Confidentiality and Integrity, as this role requires dealing with employees’ personal documentation.
• Upholding EY’s values, brand, and reputation, as well as understanding and following workplace policies and procedures.
• Enthusiastic and energetic; able to embrace new ways of working.
• Should be a team player.
• Project management skills to plan and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Outgoing with good relationship skills and the ability to deliver quality output.
• Ability to build strong client relationships.
• Attention to detail with a commitment to high quality and accuracy.
• Self-starter; willing to be accountable for your decisions and output.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to provide document control solutions and handle all documents and transactions for immigration and Labour.
• Be agile and open to change.

What we offer you

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. Learn more about our culture and opportunities.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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