Senior Manager Immigration

Ernst & Young GmbH Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm is seeking a Senior Manager (Japanese Speaking) in Immigration for their London office. This role focuses on advising clients on UK immigration law and managing compliance with visa processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong influencing skills and a proactive mindset to enhance client experiences. Apart from leading a team, the position includes overseeing financial targets and ensuring compliance. The firm offers a hybrid work model, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in advising on UK immigration law and visa categories.
• Ability to prepare and review applications with accuracy.
• Expertise in managing client engagements and relationships.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on UK immigration law and visa pathways.
• Prepare and review applications ensuring compliance.
• Guide clients on sponsorship licensing and compliance audits.
• Lead and mentor junior team members.
• Oversee budgeting and financial targets.
• Collaborate across service lines for integrated solutions.

Skills

Building trusted relationships

Expertise in UK immigration law

Strong influencing skills

Proactive approach

Technical knowledge

Clear communication skills

Cultural awareness

Risk management

Job description

Senior Manager (Japanese Speaking) - Immigration - London

Location: London

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Requisition ID: 1665710

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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

You’ll have:

• 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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