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Tier 2 Visas for IT Consultants
At Commonwealth Contractors we work with large International Software houses, IT Consultancies and Client companies that are in need of highly skilled and experienced IT professionals (especially those working in niche technical skill sets which are difficult to find in the United Kingdom). Many of these organisations are Tier 2 licensed and may be prepared to provide Tier 2 Work Permit Sponsorship where required.If you are an International IT professional and you would like to work in the UK on a Tier 2 General Visa (Work Permit) or Tier 1 General Visa (HSMP) Commonwealth Contractors can help. To find out how call now on 0800 294 4388 or Submit your Details & we will get back to you. If you are unsure as to whether you qualify please use our free Tier 2 Calculator.
Benefits of Tier 2 (Work Permit) Sponsorship
Tier 2 Work Permit Sponsorship is often seen as a great alternative to Tier 1 General (formerly the HSMP). This is due to benefits such as:- Long Term Work Rights (Tier 2 visas are valid for up to 5 years)
- Quick Visa Processing Times (1-3 weeks normally required)
- Employment Flexibility (work on a range of assignments)
- The ability to work towards Permanent Residence & UK Naturalisation
- Fantastic Remuneration (our partners offer market leading pay packages)
- Claimable Business Expenses (inc accommodation, travel, subsistence etc)
IT Skill Shortages & Positions in Demand
The United Kingdom is fairly well stocked for highly skilled Information Technology professionals however unofficial skill shortages do exist in certain technical skill and experience combinations. Where such high end shortages are present companies frequently turn to those from outside of the European Union to solve the problem, in which case a Tier 2 General Visa (formerly UK Permit) may be offered.Many of our Clients are in need of highly skilled & experienced:
- Senior Business Analysts
- Systems Consultants
- Project Leaders
- Senior Systems Analysts
- Development Team Leaders
- Senior Systems Developers
- Systems Architects
- Senior Software Engineers
Managed Projects
Many of our IT Consultancy Partners regularly take on Managed Projects whereby they deliver cutting edge consultancy services to major International corporations. The nature of delivering these ‘cutting edge’ services means that they need to recruit internationally due to skills gaps in the resident labour market.Where a partner takes on a Managed Project they look to agree a:
- Minimum £250 per day service contract (on average £500 per day)
- Minimum 3 month term contract duration (on average 9 – 12 months)
Consultant Requirements & Documents
In order to gain Tier 2 Sponsorship with a Consultancy Partner or a Tier 1 General Visa you need to be highly skilled. Many organisations will ask for some of the following documents and experience requirements when recruiting internationally.- Information Technology Degree
- 36+ months Professional Experience
- English Language Qualification (i.e.IELTS)
- CV with detailed employment history
