GLOBAL IMMIGRATION SPECIALIST

Blue Origin LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 112,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a Global Immigration Specialist to manage visa applications and immigration documentation for employees working abroad, primarily in the EU and APAC. The role supports mobility across our international entities and collaborates with legal and HR leadership to ensure compliance.

The position requires relocation to a Blue Origin office and travel up to 25%. Strong knowledge of U.S. immigration laws and experience with global mobility are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of related experience.
• 2+ years of experience in global HR, immigration, or mobility management.
• Strong understanding of U.S. immigration laws.

Responsibilities

• Manage visa applications and immigration documentation for sponsoring employees outside the U.S., focused on EU and APAC.
• Advise HR leadership on emerging international immigration laws and risk areas.

Skills

Global HR

Immigration law

Mobility management

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

5+ years related experience

Job description

Application close date:Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.GLOBAL IMMIGRATION SPECIALISTThe Global Immigration Specialist will play a crucial role in all aspects of international employment and immigration (primarily international with support as needed for domestic), and employee mobility across the company’s multiple international entities. This role will play an integral part in providing employee guidance and support, identifying process improvements and gaps, and developing tools to support growth of international and extensive travel programs. This role ensures all legal, tax, and employment regulations are met while supporting seamless movement of employee talent.SPECIAL MENTION:Willingness to travel (up to 25%).Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed.This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation to a Blue Origin office location.WHAT YOU WILL DO:Manage visa applications and immigration documentation needed for sponsoring employees to work outside the U.S., focused on the EU and APAC with other international locations as needed.Advise HR leadership on emerging international immigration laws and risk areas on an ongoing basis.Partner with legal to create, implement, and update global HR, mobility policies and international handbooks.Partner with global mobility vendor to manage mobility cases, including short-term assignments, long-term transfers, and remote work.Track and report on global mobility and immigration data (visa status, work authorization, travel days, etc.).Work with external counsel to update legal documentation, including employment agreements or other related documents.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of related experience.2+ years of experience in global HR, immigration, or mobility management.PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:5+ of experience in global HR, immigration, or mobility management, strong understanding of U.S. immigration laws.Experience collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and operational organizations to manage compliance obligations.Base Pay Range for:WA applicants is $112,059.00 - $156,882.60Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDon’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Export Control RegulationsApplicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.Background CheckRequired for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physicalBenefitsBenefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] . Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.