Immigration support for UK employers
The UK Government’s March 2026 immigration updates introduce significant changes for sponsors. With updates to the Skilled Worker route, pay reference periods, and revised sponsor guidance, compliance is becoming more complex – and the risks are higher.
Understanding how the latest changes apply in practice is essential to avoiding breaches and protecting your sponsor licence.
Our specialist Immigration team supports organisations with:
- Sponsor licence applicants and management, including sponsoring workers, compliance, and audits
- Right to Work training and audits
- General business support across a variety of immigration routes
Book a free consultation to discuss your challenges and explore the most effective options for your organisation.
For a tailored and bespoke quote, let’s talk!
Sponsor licence support
A sponsor licence is essential for employing overseas workers – and getting it right from the start (and keeping it compliant) is critical.
We support organisations at every stage of the sponsor licence journey, whether you need one-off help or ongoing support.
Our support includes:
- Sponsor licence applications
- Audits and compliance reviews
- Responding to UKVI queries or issues
- Advice on sponsor duties and processes
Retained immigration support
For organisations that need ongoing immigration support, our retained service is a practical, proactive approach to managing your sponsor licence – without the stress of handling it alone. This service ensures expert support is always on hand to help you stay compliant and confident.
You’ll benefit from:
- Ongoing advice on sponsor duties and responsibilities
- Support with the Sponsor Management System (SMS)
- Guidance as rules and Home Office expectations evolve
- Access to expert advice whenever issues arise
- Assistance with business visitor planning
- Setting business operations in the UK
Right to work checks
Ensure your organisation meets its legal obligations when employing migrant workers. We offer:
- Virtual training for HR teams,
- Compliance audits
- Advice on difficult Right to Work cases
UK School Visa Services
We support independent schools in securing visas for their students, offering a practical alternative to managing this complex administrative process in-house.
Our experienced team delivers a smooth and effective overseas student recruitment programme through a tried and tested approach, including:
- Communication with parents and guardians
- Direct interaction with UKVI
- Comprehensive record keeping and compliance management
Why work with ESP Solicitors?
- Responsive, commercially focused legal advice from dedicated, experienced solicitors
- Flexible pricing with retained or one-off support tailored to your needs
- Virtual training for your HR team to stay ahead of immigration legislation
- Practical, tailored guidance with direct access to experienced professionals
Other ways we can support you
Strategic employment law support
- Day-to-day employment law & ER advice
- Complex case strategy (disciplinary, grievance and whistleblowing)
- Employment Tribunal representation
- Industrial relations and union strategy
- Flexible pricing that works for your organisation
Investigations support service
- Bullying and discrimination
- Misconduct and grievances
- Unsafe clinical practices
- Organisational change processes
Why organisations choose us:
- Kaltz Approved and NHS preferred supplier
- Tailored approach to your organisation
- Open, clear, and efficient investigation service that supports strong decision-making
- Work cited with approval by Employment Tribunal Judges
Employment law advice for Irish employers
Our employment law experts also provide specialist advice on employment law in the Republic of Ireland, supporting organisations operating across both jurisdictions.
Our team can help you:
- Avoid relying on UK-based assumptions that could expose your organisation to risk
- Navigate the key differences and nuances between Irish and UK employment law with confidence
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Immigration Law Practitioners’ Association.