Licensed Immigration Advisor

Position Purpose : To increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the business by providing a high level of technical expertise and support to potential immigrants, client organisations and staff.

Minimum 30 hours per week guaranteed

Requirements :

A Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in New Zealand Immigration Advice qualification approved by the Immigration Advisers Authority.

A current full or provisional Immigration adviser license issued by the Immigration Advisers Authority.

At least 2 years of relevant work experience is required

Key Responsibilities :

Immigration applications process

Provide accurate and timely Licensed Immigration Adviser services.

Ensure that all internal file notes & immigration submissions are carried out in a mannerdemonstrating the highest level of competence & expertise, and in line with the organisation's standard operating procedures.

Ensure documentation is complete and any issues are identified

Decide how to resolve issues with applications

Resolve queries on applications from the Department, clients or candidates

Liaise with clients, candidates and the Department within the limitations that apply

Approve applications to go to the department

Represent both the employers and candidates to their best interest on their immigration maters at all times.

Providing immigration advice to enquiries

Conducting eligibility assessments for visa application

Follow up / escalate applications with INZ

Reviewing applications for lodgement

Ensure deadlines for submissions are met.

Liaise with other LIA and / or Immigration Manager for assistance where necessary

Responding to enquiries from candidates / employers and INZ as required.

Staying up to date with INZ policy and process

Implementing the internal process for the team if there are any new changes in Immigration policy