Points-based Immigration
From an employment and HR perspective, the end of the Brexit transition period means that EU citizens no longer have an automatic right to live and work in the UK. Instead, since 1 January 2021, EU citizens arriving in the UK are subject to a new points-based immigration system. Like hires from the rest of the world, except Ireland, they need a visa.
The new points-based system is very similar to the old points-based system for hires from outside of the EU, with some subtle changes. For example, there is a new “skilled worker” route, which replaces the old “tier 2” visa route. This new route has a lower minimum salary and skill threshold which should, in theory, make it easier for employers to make international hires.
Employers who regularly hire from outside the EU will already be familiar with the visa sponsorship process, and the ongoing checks and balances that need to be undertaken to avoid falling foul of UK immigration rules (for which criminal sanctions apply). But for many, this will be unfamiliar territory.
This module will help you get to grips with the new rules quickly, so that you can access the widest talent pool while minimising legal risk.
- right to work – background/2021 changes
- EU Settlement Scheme
- routes to entry
- skilled worker requirements
- visa sponsorship
- getting it wrong
- preparing for compliance
Half a day
Webinar or face-to-face lecture-style
At the end of the module, you should feel confident about hiring citizens from both the EU and the rest of the world under the new points-based immigration system. With a solid grasp of the UK’s immigration requirements, you will be empowered make strategic and potentially lucrative hiring decisions from a global talent pool. If you regularly hire from the EU, you will gain the knowledge you need to build your own efficient on-boarding systems in compliance with the new rules.
Capital Academy’s employment modules are specifically designed with time-poor senior and HR managers in mind. The training is fast-paced and designed to build on existing knowledge. Module resources such as factsheets and infographics are supplied to help you to find answers quickly when time is of the essence. All our employment law and business immigration training is delivered by qualified lawyers who will remain available to you after the delivery of the training, as a friendly face that knows your business, and who can deal with any follow up queries.