Immigration Coordinator

Company Description

Technicolor’s brands have worked on the spectacular scenes and tiny details that make movies, advertising campaigns and Animation movies genuinely mind-blowing. We’re the people behind the effects in countless blockbuster films like The Lion King, The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run and advertising campaigns for clients such as Samsung, Audi, Nike and Apple. We are continually looking for the best talent globally, enthusiastic people who come in every day to be a part of some of the industry’s best work.

Technicolor’s artists are wildly creative, uber-talented and passionate about the possibilities of VFX, Experiential, Animation and Technology. When you join the team, you’ll be working with and learning from the most skilled people in the business.

Technicolor Production Services is the division that contains our world-leading Visual effects and Animation brands such as MPC, The Mill, and Mikros. Key to the success of our division and its brands is winning the war on talent through acquiring and growing a community where artistry meets technology.

**Job Description**:
MPC Australia is looking for a dynamic and experienced person to fill the position of Immigration Coordinator. The incumbent must have good office technology skills, a high level of personal organizational skills, attention to detail and a passion for excellent customer service to assist the immigration team in a fast-paced and growing business.

The primary responsibility of the Immigration Co-Ordinator is to manage the end-to-end migration processes for new hires and existing employees.

**Main functions**:

- Liaise with the talent team to ensure visa eligibility for potential new hires and advise on the most appropriate option and any issues to consider.
- Maintain comprehensive records and file notes regarding eligibility and progress.

**Responsibilities**:

- Provide written and/or verbal advice to and manage the expectations of internal stakeholders and visa applicants.
- Provide regular updates to the People & Talent Managers to advise on any foreseeable issues related to the likelihood of visa grant/refusal and potential changes to proposed employment start dates.
- Liaise with Travel team to commence the relocation process upon receipt of a visa grant.
- Act as the main liaison and key contact between the company and the Department of Home Affairs, the Media, Entertainment and Arts Authority and other associated stakeholders where required.
- Remain up to date with migration legislation and changes and update internal processes to reflect migration legislation changes.
- Deliver internal training to key stakeholders on migration processes and requirements specifically related to the subclass 408 and subclass 482 visas.
- Provide ad hoc advice to internal stakeholders when requested.

**Qualifications**:
Graduate Certificate / Graduate Diploma in Australian Migration Law and Practice or through holding a current Legal Practicing Certificate.
Required - Registration with the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARA).

**Experience and Skills**:

- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role
- Familiarity with and experience in interpretation of Migration Legislation and associated Departmental policy
- Experience managing a high-volume workload in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
- Knowledge of and adherence to the Code of Conduct for Registered Migration Agents as prescribed by the Migration Act 1958 and Migration Agents Regulations 1998

**Personal Attributes**:

- Possess a high attention to detail and maintaining accurate records
- Maintain a high degree of confidentiality
- Be patient, tactful, approachable, and able to deal with people in difficult situations
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

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