Visa Specialist

Job Description:
Works with Director, Manager, Liaison Officers and colleagues to complete work permit, residency, and visa documentation; Assists foreign nationals and company representatives with immigration policies and the procurement of the appropriate visas/work permits required for local work assignments; S/he may coordinate other possible direct reports in procuring the same. Ensures all paperwork, including applications for immigration and visas, are completed accurately and in a timely manner; Tracks Visa and Work Permits progress through the “Visa Monitoring Tracker”, keeping it updated according to Immigration Department guidelines and/or updates; Keeps Trackers updated with appropriate immigration information; Researches the foreign entry and work permit requirements for local assignments; Initiates cases, or coordinates the initiation of such, with outside Counsel to procure nonimmigrant and immigrant visas; Communicates with various government agencies for certification of documents and coordinates with third parties on documentation needs; Works with director and manager when needed, to obtain appropriate billing numbers for invoices and determines whether the charge is billable or non-billable; Manages her/his direct report(s); Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications:
Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's/College Degree in Legal Management, Auditing, Business Studies/Administration/Management, Others or equivalent. With 1 to 2 years of related work experience in law, tax/accounting firm or corporate setup Working knowledge in the documentation, data validation, and analysis Preferably with experience in visa processing for foreign nationals Excellent communication skills both in verbal and writing With a professional demeanor, flexibility; detail oriented, time management and organizing skills Proficient research skills and in MS Office programs