US Visa Specialist

JD.COM; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

JD.COM is seeking a Law Firm Liaison & Visa Management professional in Fontana, CA to act as the primary liaison between the company and US immigration law firms. The role focuses on H-1B cap registration, transfers, extensions, and L-1 visa processes to support cross-border talent mobility.

You will oversee I-9 compliance, E-Verify submissions, and onboarding work authorization verification to ensure 100% regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of dedicated experience in US work visa processing and immigration compliance management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between JD.COM and US immigration law firms.
• Track, manage, and process H-1B visa cap registration/lottery, transfers, and extensions with accuracy and timely filing.
• Drive end-to-end L-1A/L-1B visa processes, including document compilation and interview preparation.

Skills

US work visa processing

Immigration compliance

I-9 compliance

E-Verify

English proficiency

Chinese language

Tools

I-9 systems

Job description

Law Firm Liaison & Visa Management: Serve as the primary point of contact between the company and US immigration law firms. Track, manage, and process H-1B visa cap registration/lottery, transfers, and extensions, ensuring the accuracy and timelines of all petition materials. L-Visa Processing: Drive and manage the end-to-end process for L-1A/L-1B (Intracompany Transferee) visas, including document compilation, L-1 Blanket petition alignment, policy consultation, and visa interview preparation to support cross-border talent mobilization. Compliance Validation & I-9 Management: Oversee the visa and work authorization compliance verification for onboarding US employees. Manage and track the entire Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) process—including remote/in-person verification and E-Verify system submissions to guarantee 100% compliance with USDOL and USCIS regulations. Employee Consultation & Collaboration: Provide professional guidance on US work visa policies to employees, HRBPs, and business leaders. Address employee inquiries during the visa lifecycle to enhance the overall onboarding and mobility experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the company and US immigration law firms.
• Track, manage, and process H-1B visa cap registration/lottery, transfers, and extensions, ensuring the accuracy and timelines of all petition materials.
• Drive and manage the end-to-end process for L-1A/L-1B (Intracompany Transferee) visas, including document compilation, L-1 Blanket petition alignment, policy consultation, and visa interview preparation to support cross-border talent mobilization.

Compliance Validation & I-9 Management

• Oversee the visa and work authorization compliance verification for onboarding US employees.
• Manage and track the entire Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) process—including remote/in-person verification and E-Verify system submissions to guarantee 100% compliance with USDOL and USCIS regulations.

Employee Consultation & Collaboration

• Provide professional guidance on US work visa policies to employees, HRBPs, and business leaders.
• Address employee inquiries during the visa lifecycle to enhance the overall onboarding and mobility experience.

Qualifications

• Work Experience: 3–5 years of dedicated experience in US work visa processing and immigration compliance management.
• Core Competencies: Proficient in US immigration regulations and practical workflows for core work visas, specifically H-1B and L-1. Experience with large-scale lottery seasons or complex casework is highly preferred. Solid, hands‑on experience with Form I-9 compliance and the E-Verify system, with a strong grasp of US employment onboarding regulations.
• Language Skills: Professional proficiency in English, with the ability to communicate seamlessly (both written and verbal) with US law firms, government agencies, and global employees. Fluency in Chinese (bilingual proficiency) is a strong plus/advantage.