Immigration compliance: What UK employers need to know when hiring international employees

Lisa Uttley, Immigration Partner at Gherson Solicitors, highlights the immigration compliance challenges UK employers face when hiring international employees, from right to work checks to new rules.

As UK organisations increasingly rely on international employees to fill critical skill shortages, compliance with immigration rules has become a top priority. Following the April 2025 rule changes and the Labour government’s May 2025 White Paper, businesses must ensure that recruitment processes are not only efficient but also fully compliant with the law. Lisa Uttley, Immigration Partner at Gherson, emphasises that employing international employees presents both opportunities and risks, requiring companies to balance operational needs with strict compliance and reputational considerations.

Read more in the HR World article: Maintaining a Migrant Workforce: The legal significance of immigration compliance