As an international student, you knew it would be hard to get a Tier 2 Visa in the UK. If
you look around your University class only a few of you will stay and work in the UK.
Just 2% on average. We know one of the biggest problems that you face as an international
student is getting a job with tier 2 sponsorship. And all too often we se leave their applications
too late, apply for jobs that don’t sponsor, or do not get professional support and advice
which leads to an uninspiring return home empty handed. So we want to give you the best
chance for success. By telling you who the UK’s Biggest Tier 2 Sponsors are, and how
you can secure a job with them. So that you can join that 2%. Before we start lets smash
3 common myths we know thousands of students like you may still believe, that are holding
you back from your dream job. Myth 1 “But cant I can only work in the field that I studied?”
Whether you studied Maths, psychology, fashion or anthropology you do not need to be limited
to only applying for jobs only in the field you studied. Your chances are already heavily
reduced due to a harsh immigration climate, don’t reduce them further by giving yourself
an impossible task. As long as you have a 2:1 (70%) in your Bachelor’s Degree and
can speak a good level of Business English you can apply for most jobs in the Professional
Services industry regardless of your academic background. 2. “I am not experienced enough
to work in the Professional Services Industry” You don’t need to be. Unlike Investment
Banking where it is advantageous to have some professional experience, in the Professional
Services you don’t need any. They will take you on and train you from scratch sponsoring
you to study for a globally recognised qualification like the ACA (Association of Chartered Accountants) or
the CTA (Chartered Tax Accountants) You just need to be a good team player, not be afraid
of numbers and have a willingness to learn. And myth 3. “I can apply when I finish my
studies.” Wrong. If you wondered when you should start applying for jobs, the time is
NOW. Remember applications will close a minimum of 3 months before the start date, so that
your Visa can be processed. So if you begin to apply by the time you finish your studies
in June or September you may be too late. The key is to manage your time effectively
and set aside 10-20m a day for your applications and preparation. So what are the Professional
Services. You may not have heard of them but they are a crucial part of the UK economy.
They account for 15% of UK GDP and 14% of UK employment. They provide a wide range of
services to businesses of all sizes in the UK and abroad. These are split into 4 main
divisions: Audit Examining a company’s accounts and records to ensure compliance, and safeguard
for fraud. Tax Help with Direct and Indirect Tax affairs, planning and strategy of companies
and individuals. Advisory A wide variety of Consulting Services from Management to Business
and Legal and Deals Provide due diligence, advisory and third party checks for business
acquisitions and mergers The big 4 companies are PwC, Deloitte, KPMG and EY, and there
are other major players such as BDO, Accenture and Grant Thornton. These companies provide
31% of the top graduate jobs in the UK, thats16 times more jobs than consumer goods, 10 times
as many jobs in media, and twice as many than investment banking. In fact there are more
jobs in the professional service industry than these industries combined. So it’s
no surprise that they are among the UK’s biggest Tier2 sponsors. Starting salaries
are great too and there is real opportunity for progression. Analyst can expect to earn
around £25-30k. Associates or consultants with 3 years experience earn on average £50,000
a year in London growing to £60 for senior positions in these roles. Principal's and
senior managers can earn from £75k to £95k. And equity directors or partners -with a minimum
of 15 years experience may earn around £200,000 a year. There is no denying that the immigration
system in the UK is challenging but if you thought it was impossible you wouldn’t be
here. You are the best of the best. Career Interactive has provide advice, consulting,
and coaching services to thousands of international students for years. Our analysis and help
is based on our innovative technology, statistics and up to date data. If you want to know what
steps to take now to make your dream a reality then join thousands of others just like you
and contact Career Interactive. Email your CV to hr@careerinteractive.org with the header
Tier 2 and one of our consultants will contact you to arrange a time for a free telephone
consultation. You too can become part of the 2% that makes it.