Talent Sponsorship Specialist

Job Description

Are you passionate about helping talented individuals from all backgrounds thrive in their dream healthcare careersAre you excited about managing crucial aspects of the onboarding and immigration processes for a diverse pool of people If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!Who we are:We are a forward-thinking and colleague-centred care home provider with over 80 sites across the UK. The fact that we truly live and breathe our company values is what makes us really great, and our colleagues careers are at the heart of everything we do!The role:As the Talent Sponsorship Specialist you will work on the delivery of an outstanding onboarding and immigration support service for all our colleagues and operational teams. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring full compliance for our sponsored colleagueswhile providing a seamless service for our Care Home Managers and other stakeholders. No day will be the same, and while you may encounter some challenges, you will be constantly learning and growing in your role!Your responsibilities will include:• Managing the end-to-end onboarding process for all candidates requiring sponsorship.• Utilising effectively the Sponsorship Management System and communicating promptly with the Home Office.• Providing accurate reporting on sponsorship metrics for our operational teams.• Keeping abreast of any changes relevant to immigration or Right to Work regulations.• Managing internal requests for sponsorship from existing colleagues.• Ensuring compliance with UK VISA & Immigration regulations and Nursing and Midwifery Council requirements (NMC) for sponsored nurses.• Developing successful relationships with internal and external stakeholders.• Assisting with recruitment agreements and expenses for sponsored workers.• Working with the wider Talent team to share best practices and support.This role will be based in Leeds at our head office.What we are looking for:The ideal candidate will have previous experience within an onboarding role, they will have the ability to prioritise tasks, adapt to changing circumstances, and the confidence to become a true advisor for colleagues and stakeholders at all levels. Strong accuracyand attention to detail will be a must, together with the ability to use available data to inform others and drive positive actions across the business.Knowledge and experience:• Previous experience within a similar role• Knowledge of pre-employment checks and Right To Work policies and procedures• General understanding of candidate on-boarding processes• Professional background in a customer-led function• Strong experience with data reporting and analytics• Competent use of Microsoft Office package• Previous experience working within a regulated environment• Understanding of Home Office policies and procedures for Skilled Worker VISA is desirable but not essentialWhat we offer:• At MMCG we strongly believe in developing our colleagues to become the best they can be in their roles! Together with internal and external learning opportunities, we offer one of the best benefits packages in the sector including:• Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs 24/7 virtual GP access plus more for you and up to 4 children*• Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality etc.• Pension Scheme with Nest• Personal car leases via salary sacrifice**• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays• Holiday Flex – purchase additional holiday**• Flexible working patterns• Cycle to work scheme**• Recommend a friend• Service recognition• Training support and development opportunities• Employee Assistance Programme• Wellbeing support• Discounted gym membership*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.** Benefits subject to deductions not taking colleague below National Living WageNext steps:If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply now and a member of our team will get in touch to discuss your CV and provide you with more details!