Immigration Specialist

AbbVie; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical industry is seeking an Immigration Specialist to provide U.S. immigration guidance and support. The role involves managing immigration programs, ensuring compliance with laws, and collaborating with internal stakeholders and legal counsel. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in employment-based immigration and strong project management skills.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Insurance

401(k)

Participation in Incentive Programs

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience managing employment-based immigration portfolios.
• Experience managing full-cycle immigration cases (PERM, I-140, adjustment of status).

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance of business immigration matters according to U.S. laws.
• Oversee submission of government petitions and applications.
• Advise HR on global mobility and relocation processes.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

U.S. Paralegal or Law Degree

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Company Description
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information, visit www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

Job Description
The Immigration Specialist provides U.S. immigration guidance and support to AbbVie's global pharmaceutical business. Collaborating with legal counsel, this role manages U.S. immigration programs, interfacing with internal stakeholders and outside counsel. Candidates should have extensive hands-on experience with employment-based immigration, including non-immigrant (H, L, O, E, TN, etc.) and immigrant (PERM, NIW, MnM, etc.) matters. This position reports to the Vice President, Employment, Labor and Immigration.

Core Job Responsibilities:

1. Manage and ensure compliance of business non-immigrant and immigrant immigration matters according to U.S. laws and company policies.
2. Oversee the submission of government petitions and applications, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
3. Advise HR on global mobility and relocation processes using industry insights.
4. Develop relationships with internal and external immigration counsel.
5. Identify trends and strategic needs to develop tailored solutions.
6. Provide guidance on I-9s, audits, and E-Verify processes.
7. Stay updated on changes in immigration laws affecting U.S. sponsorship.
8. Communicate with internal clients and leadership on immigration matters.
9. Manage budget and legal expenditure compliance.
10. Prepare reports for stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree; U.S. paralegal or law degree preferred.
• At least 8 years of experience managing employment-based immigration portfolios, with 4+ years in a corporate setting. Alternatively, a JD or bachelor’s plus paralegal certification with 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience managing full-cycle immigration cases (PERM, I-140, adjustment of status).
• Experience designing and maintaining compliance programs.
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and analyze complex information efficiently.

Additional Information

• Compensation ranges are indicative and may vary based on location and other factors.
• Benefits include paid time off, insurance, 401(k), and participation in incentive programs.
• AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.