Immigration Consultant at KPMG South Africa

Purpose of the Job:

• To be proactive in all aspects of immigration matters to support Immigration engagements for KPMG South Africa

Key job duties or responsibilities:

• Collate, prepare and submit applications to the Department of Home Affairs for various visa types as required by our clients
• Prepare responses and liaise with the Department of Home Affairs on a regular basis regarding applications lodged
• Produce accurate work to a high technical standard
• Interpret & apply theoretical knowledge
• Keep up to date with changes to legislation relating to Immigration
• Identify problems and provide client guidance and use various tools and techniques to provide suggestions on how to solve them
• Build credibility with colleagues and clients by using effective communication skills
• Prioritise the workload & meet required deadlines
• Contribute effectively to the discussions around work & actively participate in generating creative ideas and thoughts
• Adapt to a changing work environment & accommodate changing client demands
• Facilitate teamwork by sharing knowledge with others on a regular basis and actively asking questions in order to achieve personal and work goals
• Coordination with other KPMG offices and immigration partners within the Africa Region in relation to both South African permit applications and fulfilment of the Program Management Office role for the Africa region
• Building client relationships and expanding services through regional and local work

Critical Interpersonal and other skills

• Drive and enthusiasm
• Able to demonstrate a sound technical ability and knowledge of relevant legislation
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good presentation skills
• Able to communicate at all levels
• Effective time management and prioritisation skills
• Able to track and manage multiple ongoing projects and requests
• Able to deliver to tight time scales
• Able to adapt to different working environments

Qualifications and experience

• Undergraduate degree (preferably with a major in Law or HR)
• 2-3 years’ experience in the Immigration environment is essential