Senior Manager, Global Immigration

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Location: Charlotte, NC, US, 28216 Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 73137

The company built on breakthroughs.
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Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations– not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company,and the world, forward.

At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.

Come break through with us.

Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with:

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation

Join Corning’s Law Department as the company’s senior subject matter expert for employment-based immigration. You will own and evolve our global immigration strategy and operations so we can attract, hire, move, and retain top talent worldwide. This role blends strategy and hands-on execution: build scalable processes, lead external counsel and a small team, ensure unwavering compliance, and provide clear, compassionate guidance to employees, managers, HR, and senior leaders.

Your work will directly impact our global talent strategy and employee experience.

• Set and maintain Corning’s global immigration strategy; develop policies, SOPs, and controls that drive efficiency, consistency, and an excellent employee experience.
• Serve as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor to employees, managers, senior leadership, and HR on all immigration matters, translating complex concepts into clear, actionable guidance.
• Monitor changes in laws, regulations, and agency policies; assess business impact; adjust strategy; and brief leadership on risks and business continuity plans.
• Lead complex and escalated cases, partnering with outside counsel to craft creative, compliant solutions under tight timelines (including urgent business travel needs).
• Advise on M&A, divestitures, reorganizations, and other transactions, including due diligence and sponsored-employee transitions.
• Draft and deliver clear communications and executive-ready materials (bulletins, FAQs, presentations, travel policies).
• Present confidently to senior leaders on policy updates, operational impacts, risk, and mitigation.
• Lead in-house resources and external counsel to manage the full lifecycle of U.S. immigration for new hires and employees (e.g., H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, PERM, I-140/I-485, National Interest Waivers) and support for dependents.
• Ensure 100% compliance with I-9 and E-Verify programs, Public Access File requirements, and internal/external audits.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and business leaders on sponsorship feasibility, visa options, and timelines for candidates.
• Design and deliver training for recruiters, HR, and managers on immigration fundamentals and their roles in supporting sponsored employees.
• Run complex programs and projects (such as new-country builds or country-specific expansions) with strong risk management, proactive communication, and excellent service delivery.
• Partner closely with Global Mobility on international transfers, tax considerations, and relocation policies for sponsored talent.
• Own and manage the immigration budget, including forecasting, counsel performance, and…