Global Mobility & Immigration Advisor – UK & Europe

This advisory role within the Global Mobility (GM) function is equally focused on Global Mobility and Immigration. It is responsible for managing successful assignments and permanent transfers into the region while overseeing immigration compliance and processes. This role combines hands-on coordination with advisory responsibilities to support the effective execution of talent mobility strategies aligned with business needs. It plays a key part in delivering a consistent and high-quality experience for both employees and the business. Working closely with the Global Mobility team, Total Rewards, Expatriate Tax, HR shared services center (People Hub), and regional HR teams is key to providing accurate guidance and ensuring smooth execution processes. Our team are based in Epsom and this role is required to be office based 3 days per week.

The Advisor serves as the primary point of contact for employees and managers on mobility processes, policies, and compliance requirements. They execute timely and cost-effective mobilizations and permanent transfers into the region, manage immigration requirements in partnership with external vendors, and provide market insights to influence business decisions. The Advisor coordinates with internal teams and external service providers to ensure a seamless assignee experience, builds strong relationships with HR, Reward, Tax, and Finance.

We are seeking exceptional candidates with strong academic foundations, proven experience in advanced mobility environments, and clear potential to grow into future leaders with us. We’re looking for a high calibre of expertise and an individual with the vision and motivation to truly thrive in this role.

• Strong knowledge of international mobility policies and assignment lifecycle.
• In-depth understanding of UK & Europe immigration regulations and processes.
• Experience managing end-to-end mobility processes, including coordination with external vendors.
• Strong focus on employee experience throughout the assignee lifecycle.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive, client-focused mindset.
• Good commercial understanding and ability to apply it to mobility-related decisions.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across HR, business units, and other partners.
• Demonstrated resilience and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• A global mindset and cultural sensitivity when working with diverse teams and assignees.
• Familiarity with mobility platforms (e.g., Equus) and HRIS systems (e.g., Workday).

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.  If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. 

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.