At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor a team while providing expert immigration guidance to high-stakes clients.
- Company: Join Borderless, a pioneering company transforming global immigration processes.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work, generous holidays, and a £500 annual learning budget.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with exciting team events and growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the immigration sector and shape the future of borderless opportunities.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in UK immigration law and proven leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
About us
Borderless is simplifying the complexity of global immigration, starting with the UK. Immigration is one of the most important - and most broken - systems in the global economy. It’s shaped human history, yet businesses and individuals hit friction at every turn, and government policy lurches with the political cycle. Our vision is simple: a world where borders are no longer barriers, empowering the ambitious, wherever they are. Backed by Entrepreneur First and Backed.VC, we’re already supporting 600+ businesses, 15,000+ workers and scaling fast into new sectors and markets. Around 25% of our workforce is sponsored, and we proudly offer visa sponsorship as part of our hiring process.
Role overview
This is a pivotal leadership position designed to cement Borderless as a top-tier immigration authority and a trusted partner for enterprise-level organisations. You will serve as our most senior expert, providing strategic guidance to high-stakes customers while mentoring our team of Immigration Advisers to ensure excellence across all casework.
What you’ll be doing
- Act as the final point of authority and sign-off for complex immigration matters, providing the decisive expertise required for high-stakes cases.
- Drive net revenue retention and customer loyalty by ensuring every client receives expert-led, accurate, and strategic immigration guidance.
- Lead, mentor, and upskill the Immigration Adviser team, ensuring they remain at the forefront of Home Office regulations and industry best practices.
- Support the sales and customer success teams by joining enterprise account calls, building immediate credibility with large-scale organisations.
- Represent Borderless as a thought leader by running webinars and producing insights that translate complex legislative changes into actionable business advice.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to refine our immigration function's structure and operational strategy as we scale upmarket.
Who You Are
- Extensive senior-level experience within a reputable law firm or directly within the Home Office, specifically focused on UK immigration.
- Active IAA accreditation with a deep understanding of the current regulatory landscape and compliance requirements.
- Proven leadership capabilities, with the confidence to take full accountability for complex legal decisions and team performance.
- A track record of supporting corporate clients and the ability to build trust with senior stakeholders in large organisations.
- Exceptional communication skills, capable of translating technical legal nuances into clear, commercially-minded advice for customers and internal teams.
- A proactive mentoring style, with a genuine interest in developing the talent and technical expertise of junior colleagues.
Interview Process
- 30 minute mock interview with talent
- 45 minute interview with the hiring manager
- 60 minute final onsite interview
Benefits
- 3 days in office, 2 days remote
- Monthly company in office lunches
- Monthly company team events
- Annual offsite (our last one was in Palma!)
- Comprehensive private medical insurance.
Holidays & Remote Work
- 25 days holiday each year + 3 days between 25th December and 31st January plus bank holidays
- 1 week work from anywhere policy
Growth & Development
- £500 annual Learning & Development budget
- 6 month performance reviews and promotion opportunities
Equipment & Other Perks
- Laptop, peripherals - whatever you need to work effectively
- Cycle To Work scheme
- Employer contributions via Smart Pension
- Gym in Shoreditch Exchange
- Onsite Barista
Head of Immigration in London employer: Borderless
At Borderless, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture where innovation and collaboration thrive. Our hybrid work model allows for flexibility, while our comprehensive benefits package and commitment to employee growth ensure that you can develop your career in a supportive environment. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and empowers you to achieve high-value global wins.
