# Immigration Specialist Canonical URL: https://primejobalerts.com/jobs/immigration-specialist Company: Tsholo Consulting Solutions Category: Banking & Financial Services Location: South Africa, Johannesburg, Gauteng Work type: Full-time Work arrangement: On-site Published: 2026-10-26 Expires: 2026-11-25 ## Job Description Requirements: 4–6 Years of relevant South African Immigration experience. Including legal research, interpretation of legislation, drafting, and immigration advisory services.An LLB is preferred; alternatively, a diploma or degree in law, legal studies, or a related field, supported by substantial practical immigration experience.Strong knowledge of South African immigration legislation, regulations, and compliance requirements.Experience advising corporate and individual clients on immigration matters, visa options, and work authorisation.Experience preparing and reviewing temporary and permanent residence applications and supporting documentation.Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, and document review skills.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, coupled with meticulous attention to detail and a high standard of accuracy.Ability to manage multiple matters, meet deadlines, and maintain strong client relationships.Ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.Responsibilities: Advise corporate and individual clients on South African immigration legislation, visa options, work authorisation, compliance risks, and immigration strategies.Assess clients’ circumstances and recommend suitable temporary residence, work authorisation, and permanent residence options, including estimated fees where applicable.Advise employers on immigration matters relating to the employment, transfer, and retention of foreign nationals.Prepare and review immigration applications, supporting documents, submissions, motivation letters, and affidavits.Conduct independent verification of status checks through MIE.Review client documentation, identify gaps, and ensure applications meet relevant legislative, regulatory, and administrative requirements.Accompany clients to visa facilitation centres where required and follow up on pending applications with relevant authorities and professional bodies.Maintain accurate immigration records, monitor document expiry dates, and keep clients informed of changes to requirements and legislation.Communicate application requirements, processing timelines, potential risks, and outcomes to clients.Conduct legal and regulatory research, monitor immigration developments, and prepare client alerts, articles, and updates.Maintain legal precedents and contribute to the firm’s immigration knowledge database.Manage multiple matters, deadlines, financial records, deposits, payments, time recording, and billing administration.Maintain client confidentiality and handle sensitive personal information appropriately.Support business development by promoting immigration services, identifying opportunities, and assisting with client presentations, seminars, and training. ## Requirements Document managementDraftingLaw enforcement skillsLegal analysisLegal researchTime managementClient relationship managementRegulatory rulesVISA applications ## Apply Use the canonical Prime Job Alerts page for full application instructions and source verification.