Immigration Specialist

The Immigration Specialist/Program Manager will provide support in the areas of immigration and global mobility for employees. This position will report to the US Director of Compliance and will have interaction with internal business leaders and external vendors.

Job Duties:

• Support and assist in development of global mobility strategy. Initiate and develop immigration cases through contact with clients (HR Business Partners, Managers, Recruiters and Foreign National workforce), prepare government forms in support of various nonimmigrant and immigrant petitions, understand document requirements and filing procedures at Service Centers and US consulates.
• Support a sophisticated client base in a fast-paced environment by providing a high level of service to foreign nationals and international business travelers when responding to questions regarding status updates, next steps, travel, and strategy.
• Coordinate with internal resources (Payroll, Human Resources Business Partners, HRIS, Tax, Finance) to address questions and/or resolve issues related to immigration regulations, alerts, updates and procedures to support the business.

• Provide critical support to Director of Compliance and other staff members in the development and implementation of internal policies and procedures related to the international population.
• Advise the Director of Compliance about any irregularities, possible legal violations, request submissions, applications, renewals and status on the immigration case load.
• Prepare periodic reports for review and presentation.
• Maintain current operational knowledge of the law, changes and processes in Homeland Security, U.S. State Department and U. S. Labor Departments impacting immigration.
• Provide high-level immigration information and education to employees.
• Assist the Company’s business travelers in business travel requirements such as passports and business visas to foreign countries.
• Advise and provide immigration guidance to recruiters and hiring managers on the hiring of new employees.
• Facilitate organizational intra-company transfers, which may include involvement on domestic and international relocations.
• Partner with outside counsel on issues, act as the catalyst for solutions to ensure resolution.
• Manage escalations with diplomacy and tact while upholding compliance with regulations and Company policy.
• Communicate with employees on case status and case issues, as required. Monitor status of pending cases.
• Facilitate the signing of all immigration documents by verifying employee information and obtaining approval/signatures.
• Utilize a strong working knowledge of immigration policies and procedures to recommend improvements to work flow and operational objectives.
• Ensure organization of immigration compliance records including quality control, data input, and maintenance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Three years of working knowledge of US based Immigration law and procedures; familiarity with global immigration laws and procedures
• Strong customer focus
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, experience interacting with business leaders to provide guidance
• Proficient in Microsoft Office ( Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled