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With more than 30 years of dedicated immigration consultancy experience, Mark is a seasoned professional specializing in navigating the intricacies of the APAC region, where emerging markets present both challenges and opportunities. He currently serves as Fragomen’s Regional Partner for the Asia Pacific and is based in Singapore. With a focus on assisting companies in formulating effective strategies tailored to specific countries within the region, Mark excels in finding solutions for clients grappling with complex challenges.

Mark’s experience particularly shines in jurisdictions like Singapore, where recent changes, such as the implementation of more protectionist policies like the points-based system, require a nuanced approach. He supports clients to ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks while providing tailored options to meet their needs. Mark’s assistance extends to facilitating the entry of senior and top-talent executives into the region, offering specialized pathways to permanent residency and citizenship.

A cornerstone of Mark’s approach is his commitment to forging strong partnerships with clients. By understanding their unique challenges and goals, he collaborates closely to identify effective solutions. Mark emphasizes the importance of knowledge sharing to empower clients in making informed decisions, particularly amidst the pressures they face. Through clear and concise communication, he ensures that all essential aspects are covered, fostering transparency and trust.

In his role, Mark operates both on a regional and global scale, ensuring that services are delivered in a centralized and consistent manner across different regions. He prioritizes seamless cross-office collaboration, leveraging key relationships and the extensive network of offices worldwide to deliver impactful results.

In his role, Mark operates both on a regional and global scale, ensuring that services are delivered in a centralized and consistent manner across different regions. He prioritizes seamless cross-office collaboration, leveraging key relationships and the extensive network of offices worldwide to deliver impactful results.

Education

  • Nottingham Trent University, Bachelor of Law, honours , 1990
  • University of Caen, Normandy, France, Certificat d’Études Juridiques Françaises et Normandes (Diploma in French and Norman Law), 1993

More from Mark

Admissions

Bar Admissions: Barrister-at-Law of England and Wales, Singapore Advocate and Solicitor

Awards

Listed in the International Who’s Who of Corporate Immigration Lawyers, 2009 to 2018, 2023

Professional accomplishments

Member, Law Society of Singapore

Member, Singapore Academy of Law

Member, Inner Temple (London)

Member, General Counsel of the Bar (England and Wales)

Member, American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

Experience

Formulated and implemented compliant immigration programs on behalf of clients.

Provided comprehensive immigration services using our Fragomen network of offices and qualified co-counsel in each of the host countries.

Advised multinational clients on the immigration requirements arising out of merger and acquisition transactions and corporate restructurings.

Advised on compliant solutions for urgent temporary assignments and projects.

Publications and lectures

Speaker, “Navigating Asia Pacific’s Immigration Landscape Amid Geopolitical Shifts.” Fragomen, Singapore, 29 May 2025.

Speaker, “The Future of Managing Foreign Talent in the Global Semiconductor Ecosystem.” Fragomen, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 10 April 2025.

Speaker, “Policy Shifts in the U.S.: What Immigration, Tariffs and Trade Mean for Global Business (Part II).” Fragomen, Webinar, 6 February 2025.

Speaker, “China Going Abroad – Navigating Evolving Immigration Trends.” Fragomen, Webinar, 21 January 2025.

Co-author, “Complying with Singapore's Fair Consideration Framework: What multinational corporations should know when expanding into Singapore.” Metropolitan Corporate Counsel, Vol. 24, No. 10 (Nov. 2016): 23. Print and web.

Speaker, “Trends in Global Migration: Will We See Asia Surmount the USA in this Century as the Top Destination for Foreign Talent?” Panel presentation, American Bar Association Section of International Law Fall Meeting, Tokyo, Japan, October 21, 2016.

Presenter, “Challenges of Visa Entry Requirements.” Lecture, Association of Corporate Travel Executives (ACTE Global) Beijing Executive Forum, Beijing, China, June 4, 2013.

Presenter, “Coping with Evolving Immigration Policies in Challenging Markets (A Focus on Selected Countries in Southeast Asia).” Lecture, ERC Global Workforce Summit, Shanghai, China, March 19, 2013.

Presenter, “The New PRC Exit/Entry Law: Avoiding Traps for the Unwary.” Lecture, ERC Global Workforce Summit, Shanghai, China, March 20, 2013.

Presenter, “Immigration Review – Asia Pacific.” Lecture, Forum for Expatriate Management (FEM) Asia-Pacific Global Mobility Summit 2012, Hong Kong, December 3, 2012.

Author, “Singapore.” In the Global Mobility Handbook 2010 Edition, in conjunction with the Brazilian Foreign Ministry, 2010. Print. 

Author, “Principles of Successful Corporate Immigration in Singapore.” In Immigration Law Client Strategies in the Asia Pacific, edited by Eddie Founier, 29-42. U.S.A.: Thomson West/Aspatore Books, 2009. Print.

Mark’s insights

September 4, 2025 | Conference

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fDi Intelligence: Mind Games | Nations Are Cherry Picking Top Foreign TalentRead more
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