US Immigration Business Partner

GSK; North East; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharma company in North East England seeks a US Immigration Business Partner. This role involves managing US immigration processes, engaging with external legal counsel, and ensuring compliance with immigration regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in US immigration, vendor management, and engaging with senior leadership. Join a purpose-driven team committed to making a positive health impact worldwide.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with US immigration regulations and processes.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and navigating complex case escalations with legal or immigration counsel.
• Experience in broader Human Resources, compliance or regulatory work.
• Experience engaging with senior leaders – US and ROW.
• Experience working in a matrix environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert and primary advisor on US immigration policies.
• Manage day-to-day interactions with external legal counsel.
• Oversee case management and execution of immigration filings.
• Lead special projects impacting immigration policy and compliance.
• Develop training for HR and global mobility stakeholders.
• Deliver periodic reports on immigration metrics to leadership.
• Monitor changes in US immigration laws for compliance.
• Lead H-1B lottery process with external partners.
• Review invoices for service accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure timely I-9 completions.

Skills

Empathy and Cultural Competence

Collaboration

Organizational Savvy

Adaptability

Confidentiality and Integrity

Communication

Program / Project Management

Analytical Mindset

Innovation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Job description

The US Immigration Business Partner will play pivotal role in supporting all US immigration activities, including oversight and facilitation of US immigration processes - including non-immigrant and immigrant visas. The US Immigration Business Partner will be responsible for managing required documentation, engaging with external provider and / or legal counsel for US immigration matters, and overseeing other related services to ensure appropriate visa / work authorization support for external hires, relocating employees, current GSK sponsored employees and their families in the US. Collaborates with HR, Recruitment, Legal, Global Mobility, and external provider and / or legal counsel to address US immigration needs efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• SME / Advisor : Subject matter expert and primary advisor / POC to HRBPs / BL, business leaders, and employees on US immigration policies, processes, and best practices.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Manage day-to-day interactions with external provider and / or legal counsel, ensuring accurate preparation and timely processing of all US immigration cases.
• Program Management and Compliance: Oversee day-to-day case management, timely review, validation, and compliant execution of petitions, extensions, amendments, transfer, and permanent residency government filings for GSK sponsored employees ensuring positive employee experience during the moments that matter for employees and their families.
• Special Projects : Lead or support special projects related to or impacting GSK’s US immigration program, policy, compliance with US regulatory requirements, or sponsored employees (ie, restructure, M&A, site closures / moves, etc.)
• Training and Development: In partnership with external provider and / or legal counsel, develop and deliver regular updates and training for HR, Recruitment, Global Mobility and other key stakeholders to ensure compliance with GSK and US regulatory requirements.
• Strategic Partnership: Deliver periodic updates to HRBLs / BPs and business leaders regarding immigration metrics, case management, trends, budget spend and forecasting to support strategic workforce and business planning.
• Regulatory Compliance: Monitor US legal and regulatory environment for changes in immigration laws, policies, and regulations to assess their potential impact on GSK’s US immigration program and employees.
• Project Management : Lead annual H-1B lottery process in partnership with external provider and / or legal counsel.
• Budget Monitoring & Oversight: Review and validation of monthly invoice for external provider to ensure accuracy and compliance with services delivered and agreed fee structure.
• US Right to Work : Partner w / US RTW / Compliance Specialist to ensure timely I-9 completions and reverifications.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements, leveraging feedback and lessons learned to enhance compliance, effectiveness, and employee experience.

Key Competencies

• Empathy and Cultural Competence: Demonstrate deep empathy and respect for various cultures perspectives and lived experiences.
• Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to build trust and relationships with stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Organizational Savvy: Understanding of organizational dynamics, systems, and how to navigate complex structures.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidentiality and Integrity: Handle sensitive information with discretion and a high degree of professionalism.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Program / Project Management: strong project management, facilitation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Analytical Mindset: Ability to use data to assess program effectiveness and inform decision-making.
• Innovation: Creative, resourceful, and proactive in identifying new solutions or improvements to advance GSK’s US immigration program.

Basic Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience with US immigration regulations and processes.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and navigating complex case escalations with legal or immigration counsel.
• Experience in broader Human Resources, compliance or regulatory work.
• Experience engaging with senior leaders – US and ROW.
• Experience working in a matrix environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience with US immigration regulations and processes.
• MBA in Human Resources, or a related field.

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