People Compliance Advisor (Global Mobility)

TN United Kingdom; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000

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People Compliance Advisor (Global Mobility), Stevenage

Client:

M Group Services

Location:

Stevenage

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

557464e37186

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4

Posted:

30.03.2025

Expiry Date:

14.05.2025

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About The Role

We are looking to offer a People Compliance Advisor (Global Mobility) the opportunity to join our People Compliance team based in Stevenage.

As the People Compliance Advisor, you will ensure global mobility compliance as well as work with the HRBP teams, People Services and Line Managers to provide advice on how we employ international candidates. You will also maintain visa data records.

This role offers hybrid working and you would be expected to attend our head office in Stevenage one to two days per week.

About M Group Services

M Group Services is a trusted employer to more than 10,500 people in the UK and Ireland. Operating across 21 businesses in 240 locations, we provide specialist infrastructure services in the water, energy, transport and telecommunications sectors.

As a business we believe communication is key. We work in an environment where growth and development are promoted within the business, our employees feel they are trusted to get on with their work as well as finding this work interesting and challenging.

Where we are able, we work flexibly, believing that empowered colleagues are happier and more productive. We want to support our people as much as possible, therefore if you require a more flexible working arrangement, we would be happy to discuss this with you!

As the People Compliance Officer, you’ll get the opportunity to:

1. Manage the onboarding and visa / sponsorship process for our international recruits, ensuring our practices remain ethical, legally compliant and supportive.
2. Oversee and support employee relocations including immigration and support in finding accommodation.
3. Track and report on visa and sponsorship metrics, including cost and time to complete each application.
4. Develop a welcome pack that enhances the first impressions and experience of joining in each division and helps guide on the practical steps to settle in the UK.
5. Develop, manage and implement clear processes and supporting information for managers and new recruits regarding the welcoming, engaging, training and how we support our international recruits post arrival.
6. Set up a peer support network to enable long-term support for the individuals in their work community.
7. Gain feedback from the recruits to ensure the process is continually evaluated and the programme is successful.
8. Partner with international recruitment agencies when candidates are placed to ensure we have the relevant paperwork in place.
9. Support the visa process in partnership with the central People Services team and Legal Advisers.
10. Ensure compliance with any relevant legislation, including monitoring and implementing any necessary changes and be responsible for responding to any audit requirements.

What you’ll bring?

1. Global Mobility Experience – good experience in managing candidate relocations from overseas to the UK.
2. Visa / sponsorship Experience – solid understanding of UK immigration and the visa application process.
3. Systems Experience - a good understanding of HR systems (we use Oracle) and some knowledge of IDVT tools (we use Staff Vetting).
4. Stakeholder Engagement – an ability to engage with and support hiring managers, the TA team, People Services and HRBPs with any queries they may have.
5. Compliance - understanding of and commitment to compliance with relevant employment legislation and ethical standards in talent acquisition and onboarding practices.
6. A can-do attitude – an ability to work to tight deadlines and a mindset that wants to continually improve what we do.

What’s in it for you?

1. 25 days' annual leave plus statutory holidays.
2. Discretionary annual bonus.
3. Contributory Pension scheme.
4. Life Assurance.
5. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
6. Cycle to work scheme.
7. Access to a wide range of discounts and special offers through our online rewards platform.
8. Private health care.

About The Company

M Group Services delivers a range of essential infrastructure services within the water, energy, transport and telecommunications sectors in the UK & Ireland. We have built and maintained relationships with our clients over a number of years and have a strong culture that continuously focuses on safety, operational delivery, efficiency and customer service. We are committed to profitable growth both organically and through acquisitions. M Group Services, a trusted employer to over 10,000 skilled specialists working from 240 locations, operates a divisional structure aligned with its end markets.

At M Group Services we recognise and value the benefits from our workforce diversity. We work hard to build and maintain inclusive environments and develop a culture where our people feel included and valued.