Brisbane Chapter Meeting on the 16th May 2017 was titled “Global Mobility in Practice: Trends in Relation to the Changing Geopolitical Landscape” but it became “Navigating the rapidly changing political climate – Focus on Australian Immigration Changes” as a result of the abolishment of the 457 visa in the weeks before the event.

The major political decisions and events of the past 12 month; such as the vote for Brexit and the US travel ban - have had significant impact on how businesses approaches mobilisation of talent. How can organisations anticipate and manage the consequences of so much upheaval was the question under consideration? The abolishment of the 457 visa category brought the issue home.

The following were discussed:

• Key trends which are impacting on the movement of people
• How to navigate through the constantly changing political landscape
• How mobility and immigration programs are being adapted in response

1. Recent legislative and policy changes in Australia
   1. journey from an Open Market to Protectionism
   2. Australia’s political landscape
   3. New Temporary Skill Shortage visa
   4. Understanding the new occupation lists
   5. Timeline of Reforms
2. Key considerations in this new environment and tips for business
   Navigating immigration changes, what you can do:
   1. Comprehensive data collection – impact assessment & triage
   2. Keep up to date & support unsettled staff. Protect talent pipeline
   3. Review strategies, factor in lead times and ‘front load’ applications
   4. Collecting & analysing records will help you identify affected employees/roles
   5. Briefing sessions to employees and senior management
   6. Recruitment, global mobility and employee retention strategies need to aligned an

Please see slide deck for greater detail

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