Immigration Specialist

Job description

• 4–6 Years of relevant South African Immigration experience. Including legal research, interpretation of legislation, drafting, and immigration advisory services.
• An LLB is preferred; alternatively, a diploma or degree in law, legal studies, or a related field, supported by substantial practical immigration experience.
• Strong knowledge of South African immigration legislation, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Experience advising corporate and individual clients on immigration matters, visa options, and work authorisation.
• Experience preparing and reviewing temporary and permanent residence applications and supporting documentation.
• Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, and document review skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, coupled with meticulous attention to detail and a high standard of accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple matters, meet deadlines, and maintain strong client relationships.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

• Advise corporate and individual clients on South African immigration legislation, visa options, work authorisation, compliance risks, and immigration strategies.
• Assess clients’ circumstances and recommend suitable temporary residence, work authorisation, and permanent residence options, including estimated fees where applicable.
• Advise employers on immigration matters relating to the employment, transfer, and retention of foreign nationals.
• Prepare and review immigration applications, supporting documents, submissions, motivation letters, and affidavits.
• Conduct independent verification of status checks through MIE.
• Review client documentation, identify gaps, and ensure applications meet relevant legislative, regulatory, and administrative requirements.
• Accompany clients to visa facilitation centres where required and follow up on pending applications with relevant authorities and professional bodies.
• Maintain accurate immigration records, monitor document expiry dates, and keep clients informed of changes to requirements and legislation.
• Communicate application requirements, processing timelines, potential risks, and outcomes to clients.
• Conduct legal and regulatory research, monitor immigration developments, and prepare client alerts, articles, and updates.
• Maintain legal precedents and contribute to the firm’s immigration knowledge database.
• Manage multiple matters, deadlines, financial records, deposits, payments, time recording, and billing administration.
• Maintain client confidentiality and handle sensitive personal information appropriately.
• Support business development by promoting immigration services, identifying opportunities, and assisting with client presentations, seminars, and training.

Requirements

• Document management
• Drafting
• Law enforcement skills
• Legal analysis
• Legal research
• Time management
• Client relationship management
• Regulatory rules
• VISA applications