Sponsorship of workers in the UK

Employers should however be aware of the preparation involved in applying for a sponsor licence as well as the duties and responsibilities associated with holding one.

Due to the current low unemployment rate in the UK and the effects of Brexit on movement of workers, more employers are applying for or holding sponsor licences to recruit workers from abroad. The benefits can be substantial, but considerable preparation is involved and sponsorship comes with various duties and responsibilities. In this session we’ll provide key insights and practical tips on: 

• The available sponsor licence categories and when to use them

• Considerations for deciding whether to include only a single entity/business unit or multiple branches under a licence

• The HR systems and processes that need to be in place before applying for a licence

• How the application process works

• Duties and responsibilities as a licence holder

• Key criteria and cost for sponsoring workers under the Skilled Worker and Senior or Specialist Worker categories.