Global Immigration Program Lead - AI-Driven Compliance

HR Tech Job; Pleasanton (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Workday is seeking a Senior Immigration Program Manager in the Americas to lead end-to-end sponsorship initiatives, partner with HR, Legal, and Talent Acquisition, and manage vendor relationships in a compliant, data-driven manner.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, process optimization with AI, and cross-functional collaboration across teams in a hybrid workplace. Primary location is Pleasanton, CA.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of U.S. immigration experience managing H-1B, PERM, and Prevailing Wage cases.
• Experience with Canadian immigration programs (C-20, GTS LMIA, BCPNP).
• Ability to partner with HR, Legal, and Talent Acquisition to align strategy using data analytics.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end Americas immigration sponsorship and serve as primary contact for complex case management and vendor relationships.
• Manage high-volume, complex immigration programs including Remote Work, H-1B, PERM, and Prevailing Wage determinations with government compliance.
• Leverage AI tools to automate cyclical processes and improve program delivery.
• Monitor regulatory risks and support policy documentation and training.

Skills

U.S. immigration experience

H-1B sponsorship

PERM applications

Prevailing Wage determinations

Canadian immigration programs

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Workday is seeking a Senior Immigration Program Manager in the Americas to lead end-to-end sponsorship initiatives, partner with HR, Legal, and Talent Acquisition, and manage vendor relationships in a compliant, data-driven manner.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, process optimization with AI, and cross-functional collaboration across teams in a hybrid workplace. Primary location is Pleasanton, CA.