Kelaca is looking for an Immigration Specialist for our client partner in Phoenix, AZ . You will ensure a smooth and efficient immigration process for associates hired into the US and those on international assignments. You should be skilled at immigration, visa support, communication, and documentation.
Key Responsibilities : Immigration Support Collaborate with our external immigration attorneys to manage all aspects of business visitor visas, employment visas, permanent residency applications, and citizenship applications, ensuring exceptional service. Guide visa processing times, sponsorship requirements, associated risks, and costs for potential candidates. Maintain and review visa tracker, ensuring timely initiation and filing of extensions. Ensure full compliance with immigration records maintenance. Draft and complete visa/travel letters as needed. Identify process improvement opportunities and develop recommendations to enhance efficiency and improve the employee experience. Coordinate resolutions to complex immigration matters with outside counsel, communicating solutions to employees and the business. Educate managers and employees on visa and green card application and renewal processes. Communicate global immigration policies and develop procedures across the region. Conduct regular internal audits and support ad-hoc projects as needed. International Transfer Support Collaborate with our external immigration attorneys to manage all aspects of international assignments, including visa preparation and the development of assignment offers, packages, and support. Serve as the primary point of contact for employees undergoing international assignments and relocation, offering guidance and support throughout the assignment. Partner with internal HR COES (Staffing, Benefits, Payroll) to provide clear communication and successful support to the associate. Collaborate with HR Business Partners to create and communicate relocation packages, answering questions and resolving issues. Consult with Talent, other stakeholders, and business units to determine the options for international moves. Provide advice on international employee mobilization topics, creating and building knowledge in our global mobility information repository. Develop new approaches to streamline mobility processes globally. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key HR and business contacts. Work closely with external vendors to ensure exceptional service to employees and maximize cost efficiencies. Coordinate internal transfer requirements for international assignments and permanent transfers, such as payroll, pension, benefits, and HRIS updates. Skills and Experience : Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field 5+ years in professional fields, preferably in HR Experience with global immigration work and residence permit for expat country-to-country moves, nonimmigrant visas (H-1B, H-1B1, B-1, E-3, F-1, J-1, L-1, and O-1 visas), PERM labor certifications as well as immigrant visas. Ability to train others on immigration practice and procedures, review work, and prepare training documents. Strong communication and interpersonal skills Proven experience developing trusted relationships at all levels of an organization including senior level talent to drive programs. Excellent organization and time management skills, strong attention to detail, proven history of managing projects, meeting deadlines, and producing excellent deliverables.
Job Type: Full-time
Hours of Work in Office: Monday-Friday; 8am-5pm
FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
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