Londoners, in your experience, would you say that transferring to a different firm on a skilled worker visa is easier than applying from abroad? I have an opportunity at Big4 in tech, but to me this is a downgrade (no offense) but was wondering if it is worth it to move to London.
I'm from Brazil and the opportunities here are limited.
Tried to move internally within Microsoft but it is too difficult.

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I think you mean switching your jobs when you're in UK? Yes, it's easier than applying from abroad, especially from a developing nation.

I interviewed with B4 and FAANG while working for a consulting firm in my own country but I sensed apprehensions around communication and ability to lead a global team. Post moving to UK, I regularly get offers with almost no challenges around sponsorship.

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What do you do at MSFT?

Thank you! This is good advice for sure

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