Manager, Immigration

Description

Job Requirements:

• Proven ability to lead mentor and manage a small to medium team of immigration professionals fostering a culture of collaboration accountability and high performance
• Serve as the in-house expert on Middle East immigration laws policies and procedures
• Ensure all immigration strategies and activities are tailored to the specific legal cultural and operational nuances of the region
• Ensure full compliance with immigration laws and government regulations across Middle Eastern countries
• Proactively monitor regulatory changes assess risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain business continuity and legal integrity
• Develop and implement strategic immigration policies and processes for the Middle East region
• Ensure compliance with local laws government regulations mobility standards and internal policies
• Partner closely with HR Talent Acquisition Legal and business leaders to support workforce planning and employee mobility
• Evaluate and streamline immigration processes to enhance operational efficiency reduce processing time and improve employee experience
• Track immigration metrics generate regular reports and provide insights to leadership
• Proactively monitor immigration trends risks and regulatory changes advising leadership accordingly
• Proven experience in leading organizational readiness for regulatory changes or immigration reforms in Middle East
• Provide guidance resources and training to business stakeholders on evolving immigration practices and requirements
• Demonstrated people leadership and management skills
• Strong business acumen with ability to thrive in fast-paced high stakes and change-driven environment
• Knowledgeable of industry best practices and know how to leverage these to achieve world-class results
• Highly organized and able to effectively and efficiently manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in relevant field required. Masters degree or law degree (LLB/JD) or equivalent preferred.
• 5 years professional experience in a Global Mobility Global Immigration or HR role in a high-volume corporate immigration environment
• Proven experience in immigration or global mobility management in the Middle East
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent understanding of regional immigration laws and procedures
• Ability to think strategically and execute operationally
• Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in related field or law degree (LLB/JD)

Qualifications

Career Level - M2

Required Experience:

Manager

Key Skills
IT Audit,Academics,Drilling,CAD,CRM,HR Operations
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1