Us Immigration Consultant

Job Title: US Immigration & HR Compliance Specialist
Experience: 2-5 Years
Location: Madhapur, Hyderabad (Onsite)
Shift: US Shift (EST)
Employment Type: Full-Time

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Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced US Immigration & HR Compliance Specialist to manage employment-based immigration cases while ensuring compliance with U.S. immigration laws and company policies. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience handling visa processes, HR compliance activities, employee onboarding and offboarding, documentation management, and coordinating with employees, attorneys, and internal stakeholders throughout the immigration lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

US Immigration

• Manage end-to-end employment-based immigration cases, including H-1B, L-1, TN, OPT/STEM OPT, H-4 EAD, PERM, I-140, and Adjustment of Status (AOS).
• Coordinate with employees, hiring managers, legal counsel, and external immigration attorneys regarding case progress and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with USCIS, Department of Labor (DOL), Department of State (DOS), and company immigration policies.
• Review immigration documents for accuracy and completeness before submission.
• Prepare and support H-1B petition documentation, including drafting employment verification letters, support letters, experience letters, and client-related documents required for petition filing.
• Respond to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) by coordinating documentation with attorneys and employees.
• Maintain accurate immigration records, employee case files, and documentation.
• Track visa expirations, work authorization validity, petition deadlines, and compliance requirements.
• Monitor case status and provide regular updates to employees, managers, and stakeholders.
• Support employees with visa stamping documentation, appointment preparation, and required supporting documents.
• Generate immigration reports, compliance reports, and case status metrics for management.
• Stay updated on changes in U.S. immigration laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.

US HR Compliance

• Manage employee onboarding and offboarding activities for U.S.-based employees.
• Complete and maintain Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification in compliance with USCIS regulations.
• Process and monitor E-Verify cases and resolve verification issues.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain Public Access Files (PAFs) for H-1B employees in accordance with DOL regulations.
• Ensure HR documentation complies with federal immigration and employment requirements.
• Maintain employee records while ensuring confidentiality and data accuracy.
• Support internal and external immigration and HR compliance audits.
• Coordinate with HR, payroll, legal, and operations teams to ensure smooth employee lifecycle management.
• Draft employment-related support letters, verification letters, and immigration-related HR documentation as required.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of U.S. employment-based immigration processes and regulations.
• Hands-on experience with H-1B, PERM, I-140, LCA, OPT/STEM OPT, TN, L-1, EAD, H-4 EAD, and other employment-based visa categories.
• Experience with Form I-9, E-Verify, Public Access Files (PAFs), onboarding, and offboarding processes.
• Knowledge of USCIS, DOL, and Department of State procedures.
• Experience drafting support letters for H-1B petitions and employment verification documentation.
• Experience supporting visa stamping documentation.
• Strong case management, compliance, and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and immigration case management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
• 2-5 years of experience in U.S. Immigration, HR Immigration Operations, or Immigration Case Management.
• Experience working with U.S. immigration attorneys or immigration service providers is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with immigration case management software.
• Strong understanding of I-9 Compliance, E-Verify, PAF documentation, and U.S. HR compliance.
• Knowledge of the employee lifecycle, including onboarding and offboarding.
• Ability to work effectively in a US Shift (EST) environment.
• Experience supporting H-1B petition preparation and employment-based immigration documentation.