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Raj leads a large team of international legal advisors providing cross-jurisdictional immigration advice across the EMEA region. With deep knowledge in global immigration programs, Raj works with a diverse portfolio of clients, including leading financial and professional services firms, tech companies, media and entertainment organizations, engineering firms, SMEs and private clients. His hands-on commercial and strategic approach ensures seamless service delivery and innovative solutions tailored to his clients’ needs; legal advice and strategy that is guided by his extensive experience in crisis management and government affairs/liaison.

Having spent significant time on-site with clients, Raj brings unique insight into the operational demands they face, helping them expand into new markets and navigate complex global mobility challenges.

Raj also assists start-ups across industries and high net worth individuals from around the world in identifying and executing strategic immigration options.

Having spent large parts of his life growing-up in Southern Africa and Europe, his personal experience with the immigration process gives him a profound understanding of the emotional and practical elements faced by individuals and their families, adding a human touch to his corporate advisory work.

In addition to his client-facing responsibilities, Raj is an integral member of Fragomen’s Data Governance and Technology Committees. He collaborates with teams to develop and refine the firm’s cutting-edge tech, ensuring the delivery of market-leading solutions that enhance efficiency and improve client outcomes.

Raj also plays a pivotal role on Fragomen’s global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, where he leads regional efforts to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all employees, ensuring diverse voices are heard and valued. Raj is also passionate about giving back. He works on pro bono immigration initiatives with domestic violence charities, helping vulnerable individuals navigate complex immigration and personal challenges.

With a career spanning more than a decade, Raj’s dedication to his clients and his commitment to innovation and inclusion have established him as a trusted advisor and leader in the global mobility space. He finds inspiration in London’s fast-paced environment and values the personal connections he builds with clients, appreciating the critical role immigration plays in enabling businesses and individuals to succeed.

Having spent large parts of his life growing-up in Southern Africa and Europe, his personal experience with the immigration process gives him a profound understanding of the emotional and practical elements faced by individuals and their families, adding a human touch to his corporate advisory work.

In addition to his client-facing responsibilities, Raj is an integral member of Fragomen’s Data Governance and Technology Committees. He collaborates with teams to develop and refine the firm’s cutting-edge tech, ensuring the delivery of market-leading solutions that enhance efficiency and improve client outcomes.

Raj also plays a pivotal role on Fragomen’s global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, where he leads regional efforts to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all employees, ensuring diverse voices are heard and valued. Raj is also passionate about giving back. He works on pro bono immigration initiatives with domestic violence charities, helping vulnerable individuals navigate complex immigration and personal challenges.

With a career spanning more than a decade, Raj’s dedication to his clients and his commitment to innovation and inclusion have established him as a trusted advisor and leader in the global mobility space. He finds inspiration in London’s fast-paced environment and values the personal connections he builds with clients, appreciating the critical role immigration plays in enabling businesses and individuals to succeed.

Education

  • College of Law, London, Legal Practice Course, 2007
  • University of Kent at Canterbury, Bachelor of Law, with honors , 2006

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Admissions

Legal Qualifications: Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales

Awards

Named in Best Lawyers in the United Kingdom, 2025

Professional accomplishments

Member, Immigration Law Practitioners' Association

Experience

Advised clients on their immigration policies and strategies to ensure that their future growth objectives and aims could be met

Advised large private and public companies to ensure that their HR systems and processes were fully Point Based System compliant and effective

Supported clients with UKVI audits and compliance-related matters falling under immigration law and policy

Advised clients with immigration projects involving the movement of staff and resources to the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands

Publications and lectures

Author, “What the UK’s industrial strategy and immigration reforms mean for employers.” People Management, 12 August 2025.

Quoted, “Immigration white paper sends message that the UK is ‘closed for business’.” Global Mobility Lawyer, 14 May 2025.

Co-author, “The case for immigration concessions: maintaining the UK’s competitiveness in science and technology.” European Pharmaceutical Review, 27 March 2025.

Co-author, “Exploring cost effective alternatives to visa sponsorship for science professionals.” Global Mobility Lawyer, 19 February 2025.

Quoted, “The impact of a global shake up in the world of AI begins.” Relocate Magazine, 5 February 2025.

Quoted, “Review of highly skilled talent can show UK is open for business.” Global Mobility Lawyer, 23 January 2025.

Panelist, “Crisis Management: Lessons Learned in Immigration and Mobility.“ Cartus, Webinar, March 21, 2023.

Speaker, “EU Referendum Result / BREXIT Legal Update.” Lecture, Mercer UK Expatriate Forum, London/UK, October 19, 2016.

Author, “UK business and immigration: A rocky road ahead.” Solicitors Journal, (June 2016): Page 39. Print and Web.

Speaker, “UK Immigration reforms - Everything employers need to know.” Lecture, EEF: The Manufacturers' Organisation, Birmingham/UK, 22 March 2016.

Co-Author, “Return of the MAC: An Update on the Migration Advisory Committee Review of Tier 2.” Solicitors Journal, (December 2015). Print and Web.

Speaker, “UK Immigration Changes: Migration Advisory Committee Review.” Lecture, FEM Global Mobility Summit, London/UK, November 6, 2015.

Author, “The Immigration Cap: Potential Borders Between Law Firms and Trainees.” Solicitors Journal, (August 2015): Page 33. Print and Web.

Speaker, “Global Immigration Updates.” Lecture, Mercer UK Expatriate Forum, London/UK, April 15, 2015.

Speaker, “UK Immigration Update: Focus on the Recent Rule Changes and Compliance.” Lecture, Mercer UK Expatriate Forum, London/UK, February 6, 2014.

Speaker, “Global Immigration Updates.” Lecture, Mercer UK Expatriate Forum, London/UK, June 27, 2013. 

Rajiv’s insights

August 12, 2025 | Media mentions

People Management: What the UK’s Industrial Strategy and Immigration Reforms Mean for EmployersRead more

July 8, 2025 | Blog post

2025 APAC and Europe Immigration Trends: Shared Goals, Diverging Tools Read more

May 19, 2025 | Media mentions

Global Mobility Lawyer: Immigration White Paper Sends Message That the UK is “Closed for Business”Read more
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People Management: What the UK’s Industrial Strategy and Immigration Reforms Mean for EmployersRead more

July 8, 2025 | Blog post

2025 APAC and Europe Immigration Trends: Shared Goals, Diverging Tools Read more

May 19, 2025 | Media mentions

Global Mobility Lawyer: Immigration White Paper Sends Message That the UK is “Closed for Business”Read more
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August 12, 2025 | Media mentions

People Management: What the UK’s Industrial Strategy and Immigration Reforms Mean for EmployersRead more

July 8, 2025 | Blog post

2025 APAC and Europe Immigration Trends: Shared Goals, Diverging Tools Read more

May 19, 2025 | Media mentions

Global Mobility Lawyer: Immigration White Paper Sends Message That the UK is “Closed for Business”Read more
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People Management: What the UK’s Industrial Strategy and Immigration Reforms Mean for EmployersRead more

July 8, 2025 | Blog post

2025 APAC and Europe Immigration Trends: Shared Goals, Diverging Tools Read more

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People Management: What the UK’s Industrial Strategy and Immigration Reforms Mean for EmployersRead more

July 8, 2025 | Blog post

2025 APAC and Europe Immigration Trends: Shared Goals, Diverging Tools Read more

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People Management: What the UK’s Industrial Strategy and Immigration Reforms Mean for EmployersRead more

July 8, 2025 | Blog post

2025 APAC and Europe Immigration Trends: Shared Goals, Diverging Tools Read more

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