About us

The Directors

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  Geoff Taylor
  Director

  The founder of The Emigration Group, Geoff holds dual UK and New Zealand citizenship and now divides his time between New Zealand, the UK, and Australia. Clients can benefit from his unrivalled insight into life 'down under'. Prior to his involvement in migration, Geoff complemented his degree in marketing with ten years experience within a range of service industries.

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  Paul Arthur
  Director

  With over 25 years' experience in helping people relocate overseas, Paul is very much a customer-focused individual. Prior to joining The Emigration Group he worked for a leading international removal company. As well as advising on all aspects of immigration policy, Paul can provide expert advice on the shipment of all your personal belongings. Like Geoff, Paul now divides his time between the UK, New Zealand, and Australia. Paul is a fully licensed immigration adviser (IAA No. 201000251) and a registered migration agent with MARA (1387604).

Our team

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  Sarah Bowyer
  Australian Visa Team Leader

  A Business graduate, Sarah spent six years with the Australian Department of Immigration progressing to Senior Immigration Officer. On leaving, she received a Certificate of Appreciation for her 'excellent client service skills and knowledge of regulations'. Joining us in 2001, her knowledge of immigration working practises benefits all clients.

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  Ceris Evans
  Office Administration Manager

  Ceris's main focus and experience has been in customer care, a role she has excelled in for 13 years before joining The Emigration Group in 2003. She is responsible for providing an effective support service to our London based consultants, and also for ensuring smooth client liaison in respect of Jobsearch clients.

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  Sally Tomkinson
  New Zealand Visa Team Leader

  Prior to joining The Emigration Group in 2000, Sally spent thirteen years within a large retail organisation. Most of this experience was in customer care and senior administration roles. Her manner and expertise are recognised by our clients, from whom she regularly receives glowing letters of thanks. Sally is a fully licenced immigration advisor (IAA No. 200800496).

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  Clare Read
  Accounts Manager

  A qualified accountant, Clare has worked in the financial services industry for the last 14 years. She has held a number of roles within finance and has spent the last 5 years dealing with client monies and the various stringent regulations surrounding this element of financial services. Clare gained her accountancy qualification ten years ago whilst working for a major local sports and leisure provider, before moving on to property management and associated business areas. Claire joined the TEG team in 2016.

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  Claire Fletcher
  Sales Administration

  Claire spent over 9 years living and working in Australia before returning to the UK due to her husband’s work commitments. She has worked in the allied health recruitment industry and then, studied and worked as a Primary School Teacher. Now an Australian citizen, Claire can offer valuable insight into all aspects of life in Australia. She has strong administrative and customer service skills and is enjoying being part of our busy Australian Visa Team.

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  Allister Simpson
  Licensed Immigration Advisor

  Allister is a 'Kiwi' from the South Island Resort Town of Queenstown and joined The Emigration Group in 2005. An experienced and fully Licensed Immigration Adviser with an in depth knowledge of New Zealand lifestyle, education, employment, housing and more, he is able to provide a valuable and helpful service for those seeking a new life in New Zealand. (IAA No. 200901795).

Celebrating over 25 years

With 25 years and counting in business and over 100 years collective migration experience you are in safe hands with Emigration Group

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