Do you want to help us improve human health and understand life on Earth? Make your mark by shaping the future to enable or deliver life-changing science to solve some of humanity’s greatest challenges.
We are delighted to be offering a 12-month Fixed Term opportunity to join our International Team as an International Manager (Immigration) at the Wellcome Sanger Institute. This unique role situates you at the heart of a research organisation where you will support ground-breaking science and innovative research through your comprehensive knowledge of the UK immigration system.
If you are passionate about supporting others, adept at navigating the UK immigration system and ready for a new project in an inspiring environment then please read on…
About the role:
Alongside supporting the efficient running of a comprehensive in-house visa and immigration service, you will also support bringing to fruition the International Team goals and initiatives over the 12-months you are in post. This role plays a key part in supporting the Sanger Institute’s Talent Acquisition strategy to attract and retain talented individuals, whilst providing immigration guidance, service and standards throughout an employee’s time at the Institute. You will have the opportunity to support individuals, teams and scientific programmes across the Institute and will be expected to continue to raise the positive profile of this valued service.
What will you do:
* Ensure compliance with UK immigration laws while guiding new starters and employees through the visa application process.
* Manage a varied caseload of immigration queries and applications, delivering expert advice on sponsored worker visas.
* Collaborate with HR and Talent Acquisition teams to maintain accurate visa data and support a seamless onboarding experience.
* Support visit requests to the Institute from Collaborators and Contingent Workers located domestically and internationally, providing immigration support where relevant.
Technical Skills:
* Previous experience of managing, prioritising and tracking a high number of immigration cases at any one time.
* Demonstrable working knowledge of immigration application routes, legislation and processes in particular relating to Sponsored Workers.
* A background in Immigration Compliance.
* Experience in dealing with complex immigration issues.
* Previous experience of working with the UKVI SMS system.
Competencies and Behaviours:
* Strong attention to detail – particularly with regards to understanding policy & procedure.
* Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced, high-energy, demanding environment.
* Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to give clear instructions and guidance effectively to a range of people.
* Able to adapt positively to changing work priorities, ensuring key deadlines continue to be met and work is prioritised effectively.
* Strong personal ownership for quality of work and impact, with high service orientation.
* Ability to multi-task and work to targets to meet deadlines.
* Ability to work independently, demonstrating exceptional time management, organisation, and judgment.
* Demonstrates an approachable attitude and a willingness to share information.
* Experience working with confidential information.
* Diplomacy and tact.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Applications.
About our team:
The International team is based within our Talent Acquisition team, which supports all aspects of recruitment for the Institute, working to recruit the best and diverse talent who will contribute to the success of the organisation. This includes an established service providing immigration expertise to lead the visa and immigration activity through the employee lifecycle.
Other Information:
* Salary in the region of £40-45K
* We work in a flexible-hybrid working team where a minimum of 3 days in the office are required during your probation period, and 2 days minimum after successful completion of your probation.
We recognise that there are many benefits to Hybrid Working; including an improved work-life balance, with more focused time, as well as the ability to organise working time so that collaborative opportunities and team discussions are facilitated on campus. The hybrid working arrangement will vary for different roles and teams. The nature of your role and the type of work you do will determine if a hybrid working arrangement is possible.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:
We aim to attract, recruit, retain and develop talent from the widest possible talent pool, thereby gaining insight and access to different markets to generate a greater impact on the world. We have a supportive culture with the following staff networks, LGBTQ+, Parents and Carers, Disability and Race Equity to bring people together to share experiences, offer specific support and development opportunities and raise awareness. The networks are also a place for allies to provide support to others.
We want our people to be whoever they want to be because we believe people who bring their best selves to work, do their best work. That’s why we’re committed to creating a truly inclusive culture at Sanger Institute. We will consider all individuals without discrimination and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, where everyone can thrive.
Wellcome Trust Genome Campus, Hinxton Saffron Walden, United Kingdom
Published
2025-01-09
2025-02-03 23:59 (Europe/London)
2025-02-04 00:59 (CET)
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