Manager, Visa & Immigration

Omnicom; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription

Dependent FSA

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Legal Assistance Plan

Tuition Assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Discounts

Job summary

Omnicom is seeking a Manager, Visa & Immigration to oversee the U.S. immigration program and deliver a compliant, employee-focused experience.

You will manage the end-to-end lifecycle for nonimmigrant visas (H-1B, L-1, TN, E-3, O-1) and permanent residence sponsorship, coordinate with external counsel, and partner with HR, payroll and Legal to ensure timely filings and risk mitigation. This role requires collaboration in a fast-paced, multinational environment with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing U.S. business immigration matters.
• Strong knowledge of non-immigrant visas, permanent residence sponsorship and compliance.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and meet deadlines.
• Experience partnering with senior leaders, HR and external counsel.
• Knowledge of Public Access Files, I-9, recordkeeping and audits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full lifecycle of U.S. employment-based immigration matters including nonimmigrant visas and permanent residence sponsorship.
• Serve as the internal subject matter expert on U.S. immigration matters for employees, managers, HR, and leadership.
• Partner with external immigration counsel for strategy, filings and options.
• Lead immigration case management from initiation to completion with compliance.
• Evaluate complex immigration situations and advise on risk mitigation.
• Develop and improve immigration processes, workflows and documentation.
• Monitor visa expirations, deadlines and milestones, identifying risks early.
• Ensure compliance with Public Access Files, audits and policy requirements.
• Collaborate with Payroll, Finance, HR, Talent Acquisition and Legal for alignment.
• Manage budgeting, invoicing and vendor relationships for immigration needs.
• Support mergers and acquisitions requiring immigration impact assessments.
• Educate stakeholders through training and communications on policy changes.

Skills

U.S. immigration knowledge

Case management

Employee guidance

Policy compliance

Stakeholder collaboration

Process improvement

Cross-functional liaison

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Workday

HRIS

Job description

Job Description

The Manager, Visa & Immigration is responsible for the day-to-day management and administration of the company's U.S. immigration program, serving as a key partner in delivering a compliant, efficient, and employee-focused immigration experience.

Agency

Omnicom Corporate

Job Function

Production

Job Subfunction

Production Operations

Essential Functions

• Oversee the full lifecycle of U.S. employment-based immigration matters, including nonimmigrant visa classifications (H-1B, L-1A/B, TN, E-3, O-1, F-1, etc.) and permanent residence sponsorship, ensuring timely, compliant, and employee-focused case management.
• Serve as the primary internal subject matter expert on U.S. immigration matters, providing guidance and recommendations to employees, managers, HR, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders.
• Partner with external immigration counsel to develop case strategy, assess immigration options, and ensure timely and compliant filings.
• Lead immigration case management activities from initiation through completion, ensuring adherence to internal policies, government regulations, and service standards.
• Evaluate and advise on complex immigration situations, including work authorization, employee transfers, travel considerations, and immigration risk mitigation.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve immigration processes, workflows, and documentation standards to enhance efficiency, consistency, and employee experience.
• Track and monitor visa expirations, work authorization deadlines, and permanent residence milestones, proactively identifying risks and ensuring timely action.
• Maintain oversight of immigration compliance requirements, including Public Access Files, government audits, recordkeeping obligations, and corporate immigration policies.
• Collaborate with Payroll, Finance, HR, Talent Acquisition, and Legal to ensure alignment and compliance across immigration-related processes.
• Manage immigration-related budgeting activities, including forecasting, invoice review, expense tracking, and vendor management.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, reorganizations, and other business initiatives requiring immigration expertise and employee impact assessments.
• Drive stakeholder education and awareness through training, communications, and consultation on immigration policies, procedures, and regulatory developments.

Education, Skills And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing U.S. business immigration matters, either in-house or with a leading immigration law firm.
• Strong working knowledge of employment-based immigration programs, including non-immigrant visas, permanent residence sponsorship, prevailing wage processes, labor certification, and immigration compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a high-volume immigration caseload while balancing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Experience partnering with senior business leaders, HR teams, and external counsel to provide immigration guidance and solutions.
• Strong knowledge of immigration compliance requirements, including Public Access Files, I-9 considerations, document retention, and audit preparedness.
• Proven ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement scalable solutions.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate complex immigration concepts into practical business guidance.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multinational, and matrixed environment.
• Cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience with HRIS and immigration case management systems, including Workday.

US Salary Range

$90,000 - $100,000 USD

Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

Benefits Of Joining

• Healthcare Options
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Prescription
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan
• Tuition Education Assistance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Exclusive discounts on electronics, gyms, and everyday purchases

A Quick Note on Email Safety

We care about your candidate experience and want to make sure you feel confident communicating with us. All official emails from our recruiting team will only come from the domains @omc.com —never from generic platforms like Webex. Your first interview will always be with a real person on our team, not an automated system. If something feels off, we encourage you to double-check before replying.

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US Salary Range

$90,000 - $100,000 USD

Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

Benefits

• Healthcare Options
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Prescription
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan
• Tuition Education Assistance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Exclusive discounts on electronics, gyms, and everyday purchases

A Quick Note on Email Safety

We care about your candidate experience and want to make sure you feel confident communicating with us. All official emails from our recruiting team will only come from the domains @omc.com —never from generic platforms like Webex. Your first interview will always be with a real person on our team, not an automated system. If something feels off, we encourage you to double-check before replying.