US Immigration Specialist
Job Family: Hire-to-Retire Services
Req ID: 473411
USImmigration Specialist
Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?
We are seeking a skilled and experienced US Immigration Specialist to join our team based out of Orlando, Florida. The position will be hybrid and flexible to work from a home office for a portion of the time. This person will partner with HR Business Partners and Managers to support the immigration needs of all the businesses and provide immigration guidance across Siemens US. The Immigration Advisor will handle visas, track all case files, and keep them moving through the process on time while utilizing the immigration vendor. In addition, the Immigration Specialist will educate the businesses and will develop best practices to improve our level of service and efficiency.
In this role, you will work a Hybrid work model reporting to ourOrlando, FL office, with the flexibility to work from a home office for aportion of the time.
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ResponsibilitiesInclude:
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Support theUS-inbound immigration needs of all the sectors across the enterprise, filecasework with the vendor, maintain their visa status, and where applicablemanage the permanent residency process.
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Partner with HRto maintain compliance with immigration law. Where applicable, support filing anew visa petition in line with associated change(s).
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Serve as theimmigration consultant for each segment and provide strategic solutions,working with outside counsel for more complex cases.
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Advise keystakeholders on US immigration regulation, alerts, updates, procedures, etc. tosupport the business in their headcount planning.
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Develop andleverage external networks to stay on top of US immigration updates and trendsto benchmark and develop alternative solutions to immigration challenges.
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Monthlyinvoicing for outside vendors
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Maintainmonthly billing Excel spreadsheets & status reports.
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Evaluatecurrent Siemens immigration processes, suggesting improvements where needed toimprove operational objectives.
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Maintaincentralized immigration folders on all visa and Green Card cases.
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Proactivelycommunicate with employees and other relevant contacts regarding the status oftheir visa cases and extensions.
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Create andprovide immigration training presentations to interested parties.
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Provideexcellent customer service and maintain high standards for all work performed.
BasicQualifications:
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Bachelor’sdegree
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Minimum of 4plus years of direct experience in immigration and processing of US work visas
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Knowledge ofemployment-based U.S. and global visas/work permits, permanent residencyapplications, and related immigration processes, forms, applications, laws, andcompliance trends
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Proficiency inbusiness systems tools such as Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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Experience withHRIS and Immigration software databases.
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Proficiency inEnglish (written and verbal)
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Applicants mustbe legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanentbasis without company sponsorship.
PreferredQualifications:
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Ability tomaintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information.
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Experience in afast-paced, high-volume environment
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Strong organizationalskills.
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Internationalwork experience a plus.
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Attention todetail, with research skills and ability to provide analysis of US Immigrationrelated matters.
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Written andoral communication skills that strengthen and maintain positive internal andexternal customer relationships.
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Team buildingskills and the desire to work with various departments and fostercollaboration.
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Ability tomultitask, prioritize and manage workflow under tight deadlines and withconflicting demands.
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Workeffectively and confidently with outside counsel, customers, and all levels ofstakeholders.
About Siemens:
We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us. Learn more about our commitment to DEI here (https://www.siemens.com/us/en/company/environmental-society-governance/diversity.html) .
Protecting the environment, conserving our natural resources, fostering the health and performance of our people as well as safeguarding their working conditions are core to our social and business commitment at Siemens. They are an integral part of our Business Conduct Guidelines and our corporate strategy.
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