Navigating sponsor licence risk

Sable International partners with established and multinational employers to deliver strategic, end-to-end UK business immigration solutions, helping organisations secure global talent while remaining fully aligned with Home Office requirements. To deliver exceptional service, our managing directors are closely involved in both day-to-day operations and client relationships.

Solve global talent shortages

When domestic skills gaps limit performance, global hiring becomes a strategic necessity.

We enable organisations to hire internationally with confidence, providing expert guidance on sponsor licences, Skilled Worker visas and Global Business Mobility routes, aligned to workforce and commercial objectives.

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Master sponsor licence complexities

Managing sponsor licence compliance internally is time-consuming and carries high operational risk.

We take ownership of your sponsor licence governance, removing your administrative burden, whilst ensuring you remain audit-ready.

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Eliminate Home Office visit anxiety

Unannounced audits expose your organisation to serious risk.

Our mock compliance audits identify gaps and strengthen your processes, providing peace of mind before the Home Office arrives.

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Mitigate visa expiry and compliance risks

Missed deadlines can lead to punitive fines or licence suspension.

We provide structured visa tracking and reporting to keep your sponsored population compliant at all times.

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Responsive, expert partnership

Large organisations need a partner that is accountable, responsive and proactive.

We pride ourselves on hands-on, personal service, fast response times and direct access to experienced advisers, ensuring issues are addressed before they become problems.

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WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

Trusted by global citizens

  • "Sable's professionalism and dedication have been evident in every interaction we've had. Their prompt responses, proactive approach, and consistent delivery of high-quality service have set a standard that few can match. Their reliability has been a cornerstone in our successful collaboration."
    Joanna S.
  • "We wholeheartedly recommend Sable to any corporation seeking a partner that not only delivers exceptional results but also exhibits a proactive attitude towards accommodating evolving and additional needs. Their service has been invaluable to our UK operations and we look forward to our continued partnership"
    Lisa G. A.
  • "We have been working with Sable International for just over three years now. They handle all of our corporate immigration and UKVI compliance. We find their service refreshing compared to our previous provider. They are always responsive, proactive and appear to be genuinely invested in trying to obtain the best outcome for us and the candidate."
    HR Director, Asset Management Firm, London.
  • "Historically we did all of our Tier 2 employee visas and Tier 4 student visas in house. With the Home Office increasing their compliance we felt the need to seek external expertise. We have been working with Sable International for nearly a year and have found their service and guidance exceptional. They are always quick to respond to queries and the feedback from our students and parents has been fantastic. We feel comfortable that we are compliant with UKVI compliance and now that the Sable International team is always at the end of the phone or email. I would highly recommend it."
    Head Teacher, Private School in the UK
  • "Everything is very smooth and efficient; Nicky is always very responsive and has a lot of patience to give us all the details, guiding us through the entire process! Her working style is very helpful for us, and we very much count on her in having our new hires relaxed and trust the visa process will be successful. Thank you very much, Nicky!! We are very grateful for your continuous support and help!"
    Global Mobility Manager, Software Development Company, London.

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Why choose Sable International?

Exceptional cross-border expertise

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More than a service, it’s governance

We treat immigration as a critical risk function, not just a transaction.

02

Decades of expertise

With 30 years of experience, we deliver predictable, scalable solutions alongside your HR and legal teams.

03

Integrated advisory model

We combine immigration, tax and cross-border expertise to support your long-term workforce strategy.

Our Guarantee

Clients choose Sable International because we combine the scale and expertise of a global firm with the care and accountability of a boutique partner.

  • Direct access: Speak directly to IAA qualified immigration specialists
  • Rapid response: We provide fast, accountable communication
  • Proactive management: We stay ahead of Home Office changes, so you don’t have to.
UK Business Immigration. Sorted with Sable.

Our Business Immigration services

  • Sponsor licence applications, management and ongoing governance
  • Skilled Worker and Global Business Mobility visa applications
  • High-volume visa processing and centralised case management
  • Employer compliance frameworks
  • Immigration compliance audits and risk mitigation
  • UK market entry support and international staff transfers

Our focus is on protecting sponsor licences, reducing operational risk and ensuring continuity of talent mobility across your organisation.

Meet your business immigration team

Talk to our experienced consultants, IAA-registered advisers to see how we can help with your business immigration needs.

  • Darren Faife - Director of Work permits
    Darren Faife
    Managing Director: Business immigration
  • Julian Dearson
    Head of Immigration Compliance
  • Nicola Digby
    Nicola Digby
    Team Leader - Business Immigration
  • Maxine Furlong
    Maxine Furlong
    Business Immigration Consultant
  • Sophie Brummer
    Operations Liaison
  • Andrea Jurams
    UK Consultant Support
  • Megan Maggott
    UK Consultant Support
  • Natalie Nyoni
    Admin Assistant
  • Tobias Strom
    Tobias Strom
    Business Immigration Consultant
  • Justin Webster
    Business Development Manager
  • Carey Goaté
    Business Development and Client Relations Consultant
  • Saskia Johnston
    Group Director
  • Darren Faife
    Managing Director: Business immigration

    Darren has over 30 years’ experience heading award-winning organisations as well as providing immigration and compliance services to large-scale, multinational businesses.

    Having run his own successful immigration practice for over 20 years, Darren possesses a strong commercial mindset and provides an efficient delivery of strategic solutions, while consistently driving value contributing to core business objectives.

    Darren joined Sable International in 2020 to bring his wealth of expertise to our business immigration services. He is registered with the IAA at level 2 in UK Immigration.

    Outside of work, Darren is a “car man”, who makes his annual trip to Le Mans every year.

  • Julian Dearson
    Head of Immigration Compliance

    Julian joined the Home Office, Immigration Department in 1983 where he processed and managed multiple immigration and nationality applications. In 1991 he established Dearson Winyard, a company that went on to be one of the largest and most successful independent immigration advisory firms in the UK. After 26 years of success, the company was sold and Julian has spent the last five years pursuing his own personal ambitions.

    Julian is responsible for establishing and managing an immigration compliance offering for business immigration clients. This includes undertaking compliance audits to evaluate our clients' compliance with the UKVI sponsor licence requirements. Julian has a broad and varied immigration experience, covering both corporate and private client work, including sponsor licence applications.

    Outside of work, Julian spends much of his free time either dog walking or away in his RV with his family.

  • Nicola Digby
    Team Leader - Business Immigration

    Nicola has over 14 years of immigration experience in private and corporate immigration, with a focus on large-scale, multinational business immigration. She graduated from the University of Wolverhampton with a Bachelor of Law and has worked in the immigration sector since this time. 

    She is the Team Leader of Sable International's Business Immigration division and is registered with the IAA as a level 2 UK immigration adviser.

    Outside of work, she enjoys seeing as much of the world as possible, spending time with friends, family and her two cats. She also plays netball for her local club.

  • Maxine Furlong
    Business Immigration Consultant

    Maxine grew up in Cape Town, South Africa and has completed her BComm degree.

    She joined our Immigration team in our Cape Town office where she gained valuable experience in UK immigration and citizenship casework.

    Maxine has since moved to our London office and has completed her IAA level 1 exam; and continues to broaden her knowledge and experience in UK immigration.

    In her spare time Maxine will take any opportunity to travel, explore new cities and cultures.

  • Sophie Brummer
    Operations Liaison

    Sophie was born and raised in Cape Town. She has a great love for the Mother City, but would love to travel more.

    She matriculated from Cravenby Secondary School in 2016 and completed her diploma in Criminal Justice through Lyceum College.

    Her first job was at Ster-Kinekor as a multi skilled employee. She was then employed at WNS Global as a customer service agent. She then moved to CT International Financiers as a Collections Specialist, and was given the opportunity to broaden her knowledge and skills into various administrative roles before starting employment at Sable International.

    She is an Operations Liaison at Sable International where she works with our Business Immigration and UK Education Corporate Services teams.

    Outside of work she enjoys hanging out with friend and family, exploring new places and loves watching series and movies.

  • Andrea Jurams
    UK Consultant Support

    Andrea was born and raised in Cape Town and began her career in customer service shortly after matriculating in 2017. She joined TLScontact in 2018, where she developed a strong passion for the field and built a solid foundation in client care. Her skills were further refined at VFS Global, where she continued to grow professionally and deliver service at a high standard.

    Joining Sable International had been a long-standing goal for Adrea since 2019. After persistently applying for various roles, she proudly joined the team in 2025 as a Junior UK Consultant Support. She is enthusiastic about contributing to the team and supporting clients on their immigration journeys.

    Outside of work, Andrea enjoys spending time outdoors, hiking, cooking, and baking. A true family person, she loves making the most of her weekends with her loved ones.

  • Megan Maggott
    UK Consultant Support

    Born and raised in Cape Town, Megan began her degree in 2019 with a passion for helping people and a desire to gain broad, practical knowledge that could be applied in the corporate world. She completed her studies through the University of South Africa.

    Before joining Sable International, Megan gained valuable experience working at Siyatec Executors, Anuva Investments, and Kaylin Petersen Photography. In her current role, she handles a variety of administrative tasks, including application management, document preparation, invoicing and billing.

    Megan enjoys meeting new people, has a keen eye for detail and thrives in structured, process-driven environments. A true coffee enthusiast, she also enjoys walks or hikes, discovering new restaurants, and spending quality time with family and friends.

  • Natalie Nyoni
    Admin Assistant

    Born in Paarl, and raised in and around Cape Town, Natalie has dedicated her time and energy to travelling and getting to know people.

    She was a missionary in Uganda and Rwanda, and studied at the Brigham Young University-Idaho, where she found her passion for helping people, studying healthcare administration. She joins Sable International's UK Education Corporate Service division, focusing her efforts on helping others through organisational support and client-based solutions.

    Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the city, and reading.

  • Tobias Strom
    Business Immigration Consultant

    Tobias was born and raised in London to American and German parents. After completing his law degree from Nottingham Trent University he has worked across both the UK and USA before finding his passion in immigration. 

    He joined Sable as a registered adviser with the IAA at level 1 and has extensive knowledge in both immigration and nationality, assisting private and corporate clients with their UK immigration matters.  

    He loves playing football amongst other sports and is an avid Tottenham Hotspurs fan. 

  • Justin Webster
    Business Development Manager

    Justin has over 15 years’ experience in the relocation and global mobility sector, having worked across relocation management companies and a technology-driven corporate housing provider. In his role at Sable International, he focuses on strengthening the brand’s presence within the relocation market and bringing new clients into the portfolio.

    Based in Swindon, Justin lives with his wife and their two children. Outside of work, he is a keen sports enthusiast and enjoys supporting his son on the football pitch and watching his daughter perform in dance.

  • Carey Goaté
    Business Development and Client Relations Consultant

    Carey grew up in South Africa and moved to the UK in 2012, embracing the opportunities and challenges of a new country.

    Her journey at Sable International began in the foreign exchange department, where she spent over a decade refining her expertise in financial services. Driven by a desire for fresh challenges, she transitioned internally to the esteemed Sable Business Immigration team. Today, she assists businesses in navigating the complexities of immigration law and all aspects of corporate immigration.

    Outside of work, she has a young family and a great love for travel, always seeking to experience new cultures whenever possible.

  • Saskia Johnston
    Group Director

    Saskia has over 10 years of experience within the Sable International Team. Saskia graduated from the University of Cape Town with a B. Sc. (Masters) in finance and a sub-major in economics. She has a keen interest in financial services and immigration which made her the perfect candidate to help drive our Business Immigration team forward. Saskia has a passion for exceptional customer service and is now responsible for the Business Immigration team’s service delivery.

    A confident, enthusiastic individual with a great attitude and a keen motivation to learn. Saskia has spent the last decade growing a very strong and powerful professional business development network in London. Her growth and strategic approach to relationship-led new business has produced some fantastic results and she has enjoyed implementing these successful sales strategies with her team in London. She has extensive experience in all aspects of foreign exchange and business immigration and can apply her high-level, target-driven sales and account management approach to the success of her role.

    Outside of work, Saskia loves experiencing new cultures and travel is at the top of her “spare time” list.”

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  • Long established
    Advising on UK immigration for over 25 years.
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