We working with a global firm who have an opportunity for an experienced, ambitious Corporate Immigration specialist to join them.
The team advises a diverse portfolio of clients including multinational corporations, global mobility providers, fast-growth businesses and household-name employers. The team support clients across a wide range of sectors including technology, financial services, manufacturing, healthcare, retail and professional services.
The successful candidate will be involved in a broad mix of advisory, compliance and strategic immigration work including:
- Sponsor licence applications, management and compliance
- Skilled Worker and Global Business Mobility routes
- Immigration audits and risk assessments
- Strategic support on international recruitment projects
- Corporate restructures, mergers and acquisitions involving immigration considerations
- Global mobility and cross-border workforce planning
- Training HR teams and senior stakeholders on immigration compliance obligations
Working within a collaborative team you will have the opportunity to advise on high-profile and technically complex matters while building strong relationships with in-house legal, HR and talent teams. The role offers a genuine platform for lawyers looking to develop a trusted adviser profile with major corporate clients.
The firm is interested in speaking with lawyers who have experience in UK corporate immigration matters and who enjoy combining technical excellence with a practical, solutions-focused approach. You will be comfortable managing your own caseload while contributing to wider team initiatives and business development activities.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- An established track record advising on UK corporate immigration matters
- Excellent drafting and communication skills
- Confidence in dealing directly with clients and stakeholders
- A commercial and pragmatic mindset
- An interest in business development and networking
In return, you will join a supportive and forward-thinking team offering access to high-quality international work, significant client exposure and clear progression opportunities. The firm has invested heavily in its immigration practice and continues to see strong demand from clients navigating an increasingly complex regulatory landscape.
This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer seeking challenging work, market-leading clients and the chance to develop their career at this global firm.
If you would like a confidential chat about this opportunity and to understand more about the opportunity, please contact Jane Gaunt. Jane will be able to provide you with further information about this position and an overview of active and more discreet opportunities available in the market.
Before moving into legal recruitment, Jane practised as a solicitor, giving her a deep understanding of the technical, regulatory and commercial issues that shape the practice. She now specialises in recruiting at associate and partner level and has built a strong track record supporting solicitors at key transition points in their careers. Her combination of first‑hand experience, market insight and long‑standing relationships with leading firms enables her to provide tailored, practical guidance and to match candidates with roles that genuinely align with their strengths, ambitions and working style.
Jane.gaunt@ardentrecruit.com
07393 198 443