Internal & External Immigration Officer

4 weeks ago


Sandton, South Africa Regenesys Full time

**JOB DESCRIPTION - **Internal and External Immigration Officer

**Location**: Sandton
**Employment Type**: Full-time
**Reports To**: CEO Dananda
**Experience Required**: 10+ Years in Immigration Law or Immigration Services
**Travel**: Domestic and International (as required)

**Job Summary**:
**Key Responsibilities**:
**Internal Immigration Management**:

- ** End-to-end management** of immigration processes for employees, including obtaining work permits, visas, residency permits, and other required documentation for international assignments.
- ** Compliance monitoring**: Ensure that all internal immigration activities comply with relevant local, regional, and international immigration laws.
- Provide **expert immigration guidance** to HR and hiring teams for employees moving across borders.
- Develop and implement **immigration policies and procedures** to ensure smooth and efficient employee relocation processes.
- Conduct **training and workshops** for internal teams to ensure they understand immigration regulations and policies.
- Maintain a **database of employees’ immigration statuses** and ensure timely renewals of visas, work permits, and other relevant documents.

**External Immigration Responsibilities**:

- Work directly with **government agencies, embassies, and consulates** to obtain immigration permits and resolve any issues that arise, bypassing third-party intermediaries.
- Act as the company’s **representative and liaison** during face-to-face negotiations or discussions with immigration officials.
- ** Establish and maintain relationships** with international government bodies and immigration authorities to expedite and streamline immigration processes.
- Handle **urgent or high-priority immigration cases**, personally managing the progress and troubleshooting any complications.

**Compliance and Legal Expertise**:

- Keep up-to-date with the latest changes in immigration laws and policies in countries relevant to the company’s operations.
- Ensure **full compliance** with visa and immigration regulations for all international workers, mitigating the risk of legal penalties or employee disruptions.
- Manage **audits and inspections** related to immigration practices and employee documentation by internal or external authorities.
- Provide **strategic recommendations** on immigration policy to senior leadership and HR teams, ensuring legal risks are minimized.

**Documentation and Reporting**:

- Create detailed **immigration reports** for management on the status of ongoing cases, upcoming renewals, and changes in laws affecting the company’s operations.
- Maintain confidential and accurate **employee immigration records** and documentation for audit purposes.

**Required Qualifications**:

- ** 10+ years of experience** in immigration services, immigration law, or international HR with a focus on obtaining permits and visas without third-party agents.
- Proven track record of **direct engagement with government immigration agencies**, embassies, and consulates.
- ** In-depth knowledge** of immigration laws, regulations, and procedures across multiple jurisdictions.
- Strong understanding of **corporate immigration** and the management of expatriate workers.
- Experience in managing **complex immigration cases** and handling high-volume immigration activities.
- Ability to **work independently**, manage multiple cases simultaneously, and maintain meticulous attention to detail.

**Key Skills**:

- ** Expert knowledge of immigration laws and policies** in multiple countries, including work visas, permits, and residency requirements.
- ** Strong negotiation skills** for dealing with foreign governments and immigration officials.
- Ability to **navigate bureaucratic processes** and find solutions for complex immigration challenges.
- ** Proactive approach** in handling immigration matters, ensuring mínimal delays or disruptions in employee relocations.
- Excellent **communication skills**, with the ability to explain complex immigration issues to employees and management.
- ** Problem-solving capabilities** in a fast-paced environment, particularly when faced with regulatory hurdles or complex cases.
- Fluency in [Language(s)], with additional language proficiency a plus.

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Legal certification in **immigration law** or related areas is highly desirable.
- Previous experience working within a **multinational corporation** or government organization with a focus on **international employment**.
- Ability to travel as required for **on-site immigration services** and direct dealings with foreign immigration officials.

**Why Join Us?**
- Be part of a dynamic, globally-oriented team that values **proactive leadership** in immigration services.
- Work in an environment that prioritizes **direct, efficient interaction** with immigration authorities to achieve timely results.
- Contribute to a company that supports the **global mobility** of its employees


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