Immigration Administrative Opportunities

Job Description

Due to on-going growth, Fragomen are looking to hire a number of professionals across a variety of roles in Sheffield.This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a truly global firm and work with clients and colleagues from all around the world. If you are interested in developing a career in Corporate Immigration then we would love to hear from you!About us:Fragomen is the worlds leading exclusive provider of immigration services. With more than 50 offices worldwide, we provide immigration services in more than 170 countries. For over 60 years, we have provided strategic immigration advice to a diverse rangeof clients from individuals to the worlds leading multinational corporations. With over 4,500 employees in more than 50 offices, you will be joining a truly global firm where providing exceptional client service is at the core of what we do.Fragomens professionals are respected thought leaders in the immigration field providing expertise to governments across the world including the US Congress, the UK Parliament, the European Union and the United Nations.A career at Fragomen will provide you with the opportunity to work in an exciting environment for a broad range of clients, where no two days will be the same. You will face interesting challenges and you will work with dedicated, friendly and ambitiouspeople. We are extremely proud of our diverse workforce at Fragomen and we are fully committed to providing equal opportunities. We believe that our differences make us stronger.About the roles:Due to the continuing growth of the practice we are now actively recruiting for several roles based in our Sheffield office:

• Immigration Coordinator (UK Inbound)
• Immigration Coordinator (European Shared Services)
• Immigration Analyst (US Consular)

Although based on different teams, the common responsibilities across all roles will include:System Management

• Updating and maintaining Fragomens inhouse systems, databases and case management records accurately. Ensuring client folders are up to date including renaming/downsizing documents and requesting company set up. Saving and uploading case related documentsand government decisions onto Fragomens database.
• Submit and pay for online applications and additional services and booking/rescheduling online appointments at the Visa Application Centre. Organising translators and checking appointment availability at embassy/consulate alongside maintaining client contactinformation.
• Perform intake of cases once assigned and ensure case is correctly set up on Connect (in-house system)

Team & Client Support

• Provide business support to clients by supporting Fragomens UK Inbound Associates, Paralegals and Consultants in an administrative capacity.

• Support Consultants/Senior Consultants with more complex cases if necessary and advise assignees on consular procedures
• Keeps Associate aware of the progress of matters to manage expectations and informs of conflicting priorities/requesting assistance as problems arise/informing of current capacity

Administrative Support

• Prepare immigration compliance packs for clients
• Drafting and submitting certificates of sponsorship on the Home offices SMS system
• Draft immigration applications, support letters and emails to provide updates on all immigration matters and prepare initial draft communication to clients as directed by Consultants/Senior Consultants/Associates
• File applications with government agency and participate in case audits
• Take on additional projects as required

About you:To be successful in this role you will have strong administrative and data entry skills, this can be taken from either previous work experience or educational background. You will be comfortable working in a team with excellent communication skills.Also required:

• Ability to work flexibly and accurately in a fast-paced environment
• Being confident in both verbal and written communication
• Demonstrate exceptional planning and time management skills with an ability to multi-task and able to meet deadlines and priorities in line with delivery expectations and agreed client service standards
• Be proactive and able to act under instruction with limited supervision
• Ensures work completed is accurate, to a high quality and follows standard layouts
• Demonstrates proficiency in word processing, internet and email systems
• Strong listening skills
• Accurate work style; focus on details

Fragomen in Sheffield:Our Sheffield office is based in the city centre with the added bonus of free on-site parking, as well as several public transport links close by. The office has approximately 150 people working collaboratively and creating a dynamic, positive environmentwith over 20 different languages being spoken.As the UK moves through lockdown and Fragomen moves out of a fully working from home model, a regular attendance in the office will be required in this role. The Firm is however transitioning towards an agile working approach, which incorporates a blendof in-person attendance as well as working from home - our aim being to fully leverage our remote working technology and provide a balance for our people in the way that they work.Whether in the office or working remotely, we are proud of our team spirit and we like to reflect this in the way that we work and everything we do. Our Employee Wellbeing scheme sees us offer great opportunities for everyone at Fragomen to get involvedin a variety of activities and initiatives both inside and outside of the office. These range from nutrition talks and cooking courses, to running clubs and on-site massages.Fragomen is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, heritage, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or intersex status.

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