Licensed Immigration Adviser

Pathways to New Zealand is one of New Zealand’s most reputable and longest‑established immigration advisory firms. With offices in Hamilton and Wellington, and advisers based offshore, we have been helping people from around the world make New Zealand their home for over 34 years. We are well-known for our technical excellence and experience, integrity, and our client‑first approach.

We are seeking a Licensed Immigration Adviser to join our Wellington team. We are open to applications from highly experienced, fully licensed advisers as well as advisers at the earlier stages of their career who are committed to progressing their career within a respected professional practice.

Why join Pathways?

You will work within a collaborative, well‑resourced firm, supporting a wide range of immigration matters — from employer‑led and family visas through to complex investor and business migration work. This is an opportunity to build a long‑term career with one of New Zealand’s most trusted immigration brands.

The role

Depending on your experience level, responsibilities include:

• Managing client relationships from initial assessment through to visa outcome

• Providing accurate, practical immigration advice across a range of visa categories

• Preparing and lodging high‑quality visa applications and submissions

• Liaising with Immigration New Zealand and other stakeholders

• Contributing to internal knowledge sharing, mentoring, and quality assurance

Senior advisers will have scope for greater autonomy, complex casework, and mentoring responsibilities.
Early‑career advisers will receive structured support, peer review, and supervision to build confidence and capability.

What you bring

• Licensed Immigration Adviser status (full or provisional) or eligibility and clear progression toward full licensing

• Strong technical skills or a demonstrated commitment to developing them

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Professional judgement, integrity, and attention to detail

• Confidence working with clients from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds

• Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy workplace environment

What we offer

• A respected and established immigration firm with a strong national reputation

• Supportive, collegial team culture with experienced senior advisers

• Exposure to complex and interesting immigration work

• Mentoring and professional development support

• Competitive salary aligned with experience

• Central Wellington office location

Ready to take the next step?

If you are an immigration adviser looking to grow your career in a high‑quality practice, or an experienced adviser seeking a stable, respected, busy firm, we look forward to hearing from you.