Senior Immigration Advisor

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Pay rate - 46/h on W2

Company is seeking a Senior Immigration Specialist to support a high-volume, high-visibility immigration portfolio within a small, expert team. This role drives governance, oversight of legal documentation, and an exceptional experience for candidates and associates navigating U.S. immigration processes.

Local candidates to Tampa/St. Petersburg, FL area. Will work a hybrid schedule onsite 3 days per week. Laptop provided. Candidates must have their own printer/scanner for remote days. Temp to perm opportunity.

Must have a minimum of 2 years of Workday experience.

Must have hands on day to day management experience of new hires with visas/sponsorship through the green card process.

• Serve as the primary liaison between outside counsel, HR, Talent Acquisition, business leaders, candidates, and associates to ensure a seamless, well-governed immigration experience.
• Lead the end-to-end coordination and quality control of immigration petitions, including H, L, TN, and employment-based immigrant filings; oversee accuracy and compliance of all legal documents.
• Manage PERM processing with full ownership of timelines, labor market test governance, recruitment compliance, documentation management, and audit readiness.
• Prepare and coordinate responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) for H1B, H4, H4 EAD, L1, and PERM cases in partnership with outside counsel.
• Maintain governance and organization of all immigration compliance records, including Public Access Files, PERM Audit Files, case documentation, and data integrity across internal systems.
• Support visa and work authorization needs for domestic and international transfers, ensuring consistent communication and a positive associate experience.
• Oversee I-9 reverification processes for foreign national employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Update and manage internal databases for global immigration; produce dashboards and executive-level reporting with precision and clarity.
• Monitor changes in immigration law, policy, and regulatory guidance; proactively advise HR, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders on impacts.
• Provide frequent status updates and high-touch communication to candidates and associates, improving transparency and end-user experience.
• Prepare employment letters and documentation for visa stamping and consular processing.
• Act as the point of contact for DHS H1B audits and DOL PERM audits; ensure the organization maintains audit-ready governance practices.
• Continuously assess and enhance immigration governance procedures, compliance controls, and service delivery models.
• Develop and deliver training and education programs on U.S. immigration topics for hiring managers, HR, and internal stakeholders.

• 5+ years of experience in U.S. corporate immigration
• 5+ senior-level responsibility for complex cases
• Demonstrated ownership of end-to-end Labor Market Tests (LMT) and PERM governance
• Advanced knowledge of immigration categories, including F-1, H-1B, H-4, L-1, TN, PERM, and employment-based green card processes
• Proven experience collaborating with external immigration counsel and reviewing legal documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Strong track record managing I-9 reverifications and compliance workflows.
• Exceptional communication, follow-up, and stakeholder management skills; commitment to delivering an outstanding candidate/associate experience.
• High proficiency in Excel and strong document management capabilities.
• Workday experience required (2 years minimum)

Minimum of Associate's Degree Required;
Bachelor's Degree preferred