Immigration Manager

Symbotic

17d•$125,000 - $171,600•Remote

About The Position

With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility. As the Immigration Manager, you will lead and scale our global employment-based immigration strategy. You will oversee end-to-end immigration lifecycles for both candidates and employees, partnering closely with legal counsel to ensure strict compliance with global mobility and work authorization requirements. We are seeking a highly organized professional who is proactive, solutions oriented, and eager to build programs - not just to maintain them. This position will report to Senior Manager, HR Operations & Compliance. The Human Resources organization is responsible for recruitment, administration, compensation, benefits, training & development, performance management, and employee relations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, International Relations, or related field.
Minimum 8 years of experience in corporate immigration, global mobility, or related legal/HR function.
Strong knowledge of U.S. employment-based immigration categories and processes; PERM and immigrant visa processes and familiarity with global work authorization preferred.
Experience partnering with outside immigration counsel or managing vendor relationships.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex issues to nonexperts.
High attention to detail and strong organizational/project management skills.
Familiarity with immigration related HR systems, Envoy.
Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.
The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis.

Responsibilities

Immigration Program Leadership
Optimize and manage the company’s global and U.S. immigration programs, policies, and workflows.
Oversee all employment-based immigration cases (H1B, TN, E3, O1, PERM/Green Card processes, etc.). based immigration cases (H1B, TN, E3, O1, PERM/Green Card processes, etc.).
Partner with external immigration counsel to ensure timely, high-quality case preparation and filings. Quality case preparation and filings.
Employee & Candidate Support
Serve as the primary point of contact for employees, hiring managers, and recruiters on immigration matters.
Provide guidance on visa requirements, timelines, transfer options, and long-term immigration planning. Term immigration planning.
Support international hires during onboarding to ensure smooth work authorization transitions.
Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure full compliance with federal and international immigration regulations, including I9 verification and E-Verify requirements.
Maintain accurate immigration records, audit documentation, and case tracking systems.
Identify and mitigate risks related to immigration and global workforce mobility.
Cross-Functional Partnership
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Legal, People Operations, Compensation, Payroll, and Global Mobility teams.
Advise business leaders on immigration-related risks or impacts associated with hiring, promotions, or internal transfers.
Provide immigration insights for workforce planning and talent strategies.
Data, Reporting & Process Excellence
Manage immigration dashboards, case tracking systems, and vendor tools.
Generate insights and report on visa population, expirations, and program trends.
Drive continuous improvement projects to streamline processes and enhance employee experience.