Senior Associate

Company Description\n\nVialto Partners is a market leader in global mobility services. Our purpose is to \u2018Connect the world\u2019. We are unique and the only stand-alone global mobility business. This presents a rare opportunity for our clients, stakeholders and colleagues.\n\nOur teams help companies streamline and effectively manage their global mobility programs in a cost-efficient and compliant manner. Our services focus on providing cross-border compliance and risk assessment for tax, immigration, business travel, rewards and compensation, and remote work. \n\nWorking at Vialto Partners is about getting the chance to be part of a global and dynamic team. Globally, Vialto Partners has over 6,500 staff in over 50 countries around the world and continues to grow. You will work with clients from a range of industries and different geographical locations. We believe in connecting the world and supporting our colleagues to do the same in their careers by undertaking assignments and opportunities globally that broaden their skills and ultimately benefit our clients. \n\nVialto is unstoppable when we work together in a culture of belonging, where everyone can thrive. We encourage employees to bring their true selves and share their unique talents and expertise to positively impact the communities we serve.\n\nTo learn more about what we do, tune in to our podcast On the Move to hear expert insights on issues affecting global mobility, and read about the latest news in the industry. You can also follow us on Linkedin and Instagram. \n\nJob description\n\nWe are a leading global mobility firm supporting multinational organizations with immigration and workforce compliance services. We are looking for an experienced Immigration Senior Associate to join our Nigerian team.\n\nThis role is ideal for a proactive professional who can independently manage Nigerian immigration cases while supporting broader mobility compliance, including expatriate tax coordination.\n\nTasks\n\n * Serve as the primary point of contact for corporate clients seeking immigration support.\n\n * Understand the unique immigration needs of each client and develop tailored immigration plans\n\n * Handle the end-to-end immigration process for employees, including visa applications, work permits\n\n * Prepare and review immigration forms, petitions, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.\n\n * Interpret and apply immigration rules to ensure clients\u0027 compliance and avoid any potential legal issues.\n\n * Advise clients on immigration processes, timelines, and potential risks\n\n * Maintain accurate and organized case files for each client, ensuring all relevant documents are securely stored and readily accessible.\n\n * Ensure commercial awareness ie efficiently recording time on a timely basis and supporting with billing activities, understanding scope creep.\n\n * Prepare and submit necessary documentation to government agencies and authorities.\n\n * Communicate effectively with clients, government officials, and internal teams to ensure seamless exchange of information.\n\n * Liaise with network office, third party providers, consulates, embassies, and immigration authorities receive up to date immigration rules or monitor case progress and resolve issues\n\n * Handle unexpected issues that may arise during the immigration (or implementation) process with professionalism and efficiency.\n\n * Provide regular updates to clients on the status of their immigration cases or change to immigration rules.\n\n * Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current trends in business area.\n\n * Address client inquiries, concerns, and feedback in a timely and courteous manner.\n\n * Training new/junior team members on case management and immigration law forms and applications\n\n * Stay up to date with relevant immigration laws, regulations, and policies.\n\n * Depending on the service line you\u0027re working in, you might also assist with the implementation of any relevant technology/platform\n\n\n\n\nRequirements\n\n * Bachelor\u2019s degree\n\n * 3\u20135 years\u2019 experience in Nigerian corporate immigration services\n\n * Experience working in a consulting firm, mobility support provider, or multinational environment preferred\n\n * Exposure to expatriate tax compliance or mobility tax processes is advantageous but not required\n\n * Strong knowledge of Nigerian immigration regulations and processes\n\n * Understanding of expatriate lifecycle compliance within global mobility programs\n\n * Ability to manage multiple client cases with minimal supervision\n\n * Strong project management skills as the candidate will be required to coordinate the deliverables of services across third party service providers in Africa\n\n * Strong documentation, reporting, and stakeholder-management skills\n\n\n\n\nCore Competencies\n\n * Self-starter with strong ownership mindset\n\n * Fast learner who adapts quickly to regulatory or client changes\n\n * Strong team player with collaborative approach\n\n * Detail-oriented with strong follow-through\n\n * Proactive, solutions-driven, and client-focused\n\n\n\n\nWhy join us\n\n * Work with multinational clients across diverse industries\n\n * Be part of a collaborative, high-performing global mobility team\n\n * Gain exposure to integrated immigration and mobility advisory work\n\n * Opportunities for professional growth and expanded client responsibility\n\n\n\n\nWe are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on any legally protected status.\n\nPlease note, AI is used as part of the application process.\n