Recruiting International Talent in the South of Scotland

Hosted by Scotland’s Migration Service in partnership with Seraphus, this webinar explores practical options for employers in the South of Scotland looking to recruit international workers. The session explains how sponsorship operates in practice, outlines the main immigration routes available to employers, and examines the key considerations involved in planning and retaining an international workforce. Employers will gain a clear understanding of the recruitment options available and how international hiring can support workforce needs across a range of sectors.

About the webinar

During the webinar you will learn:

• How the Skilled Worker visa works for employers
• What a sponsor licence is and when it is required
• Minimum salary requirements and how they apply to sponsored roles
• Alternative routes where international workers may already have the right to work in the UK
• Temporary Worker visa options for sector-specific workforce needs
• Planning considerations when sponsoring international workers, including family members and long-term retention
• How employers are using international recruitment to address workforce challenges in practice

About the trainer, Seraphus

Seraphus is an immigration law firm and delivery partner for Scotland’s Migration Service. Working with individuals, employers, and civil society organisations, Seraphus makes high-quality immigration advice accessible, helping employers confidently navigate sponsorship duties and compliance requirements.

This session was hosted by Scotland’s Migration Service and delivered in partnership with Seraphus.