EY Immigration Senior Consultant 

Ireland 

6897794

General Information

Contract Type:Full-Time – Permanent

As a member of the Irish Immigration team you will be responsible for contributing to the overall success of the team. This is achieved by being inspirational, curious, accountable and results-focused at all times, and proactively asking for and accepting help where required.

Key Responsibilities

Typical activities will include the following:

The successful applicant will work as part of a local team to maximise efficiencies on allocated client accounts. The role will involve:

• Working in a fast paced and exciting environment with a team who assist with and advise on appropriate Irish immigration requirements for clients in several industries
• Working with different members of the team to develop further and share your understanding of Irish immigration and applying learnings to compliance support for employers and employees
• Providing relevant trainings and technical support to junior team members on advisory and compliance engagements
• Initiating immigration process with both the employer and the employee
• Delegating and guiding junior team members on day-to-day compliance support
• Leading briefing calls to provide an overview of Irish immigration requirements
• Guiding on day-to-day activities related to Irish immigration cases
• Reviewing applications for submission to the relevant government bodies (i.e. Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment, Department of Justice & Equality and Immigration Service Delivery Unit)
• Supporting Management, Directors and Partners on complex cases and engagement management
• Preparation of supporting documents for complex applications on behalf of the client where required
• Ensuring all applications submitted to the relevant Irish authorities are tracked and updates provided to employees, HR Managers, recruiters etc
• Drafting technical alerts, guides and memos for immigration clients
• Communicate with clients on a frequent basis to keep them updated on the status of applications, change in Irish immigration policies, procedures and legislation
• Working and updating EY Immigration technologies and tracking systems

Providing support to clients working across borders as a member of the Global Immigration Practice.

Skills and attributes for success

Requirements for prospective candidates include:

• 3+ years relevant technical experience in Irish immigration
• Strong written & verbal communication skills – must have ability to write detailed business letters, business cases, etc.
• Client facing experience required
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent team player
• Ability to bring a project from start to finish
• Very methodical
• Calm personality
• Quick learner
• Strong IT skills, including very good Ms Office
• Strong case/project management skills
• Global coordination experience is desirable

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive benefits package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs: covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.

Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Hybrid Working
• Pension/Discounted Health Insurance
• Web Doctor
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Free Gym Membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Referral Bonuses & Recognition Awards
• Tech MBA paid by EY

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.