Immigration Lead

Role Purpose

Manages and oversees process for all US -based immigration that includes overview of H-1B processes, case management for L-1, TN, E-3, O visas, plus Perm Transfers, International Long Term, STA and EBT assignments

Accountabilities

• Drive immigration compliance within Syngenta-US while accomplishing a win-win from business and employee perspective, wherever possible.
• Drive simplification and serve as global mobility manager for Syngenta process changes as they relate to GM and immigration, to free up time for value-added activities
• Build relationships and keep lines of communication open with foreign national employees and line managers; escalating potential risk, delays, budget impacting expenditures, and other relevant items to offer support to HR Business Partners
• Serve as relationship manager and escalation point for relocation/visa questions or issues with vendor-related services to reduce disruption to the employee during a stressful time
• Partner with the external immigration law firm and facilitate case management activities to support information needs and complexities; perform final review of petition case documents prior to final sign-off
• Partner with Global Mobility-UK on international assignment logistics, policy development and relationship-building with assignees
• Support Talent Acquisition on candidate evaluation for immigration-related dependencies
• Partner with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and HR Operations on basic immigration watchouts for day-to-day operational process alignment (review of legal name usage, residency reporting, offer letter review, I-9, etc.)

This person can work remotely from anywhere in the US, but will provide support in all time zones.

We are not able to provide Visa sponsorship for this position.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher is required
• Must have deep knowledge of corporate immigration law and a minimum of five years of experience in this area
• Ability to communicate at all levels in a professional manner

Preferred Requirements

• (S)PHR / SHRM-CP or paralegal certification preferred

What We Offer:

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

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