Job Title: Immigration Specialist

Level: Assistant Manager

Location: Mumbai/ Gurugram/ Bangalore/ Chennai/ Pune/ Hyderabad (with US and Middle East exposure)

Role Overview

The Immigration Specialist at the Assistant Manager level will serve as an expert supporting employee mobility across Uniqus's global footprint, with a primary focus on US immigration processes and Middle East (ME) immigration matters. This role will sit within the HR/People Operations function and work closely with business leaders, external legal counsel, and regional HR teams to ensure seamless, compliant, and timely visa and immigration support for the firm's professionals.

Key Responsibilities

US Immigration

Manage end-to-end US visa processes including H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, and EB-category petitions in coordination with external immigration counsel
Track visa caps, lottery timelines, USCIS processing updates, and regulatory changes; communicate proactively to HR and business stakeholders
Maintain accurate immigration case trackers and ensure timely filing, renewal, and extension of petitions
Liaise with employees, candidates, and law firms throughout the visa lifecycle from initiation to approval
Advise HR and leadership on immigration feasibility for international hires, transfers, and assignments
Ensure compliance with I-9 verification, Public Access File requirements, and LCA (Labor Condition Application) obligations

Middle East Immigration

Support visa and work permit processes across UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and other ME jurisdictions as needed
Coordinate with in-country HR teams and PRO (Public Relations Officer) contacts on residency visa, employment visa, and dependent visa requirements
Track country-specific regulatory developments affecting employee mobility in the region

Cross-Functional and Advisory

Serve as a central point of contact for immigration queries from employees, HR business partners, and hiring managers
Contribute to immigration policy documentation, onboarding guides, and internal FAQs
Support audits and due diligence exercises related to employee immigration status
Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to immigration workflows

Qualifications and Experience

5 to 8 years of progressive experience in immigration operations, with hands-on expertise in US visa categories (H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, EB series)
Prior experience working in a professional services, consulting, staffing, or multinational corporate environment
Strong working knowledge of USCIS processes, DOL requirements, and I-9 compliance
Experience coordinating with external immigration law firms
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple active cases simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Exposure to Middle East immigration processes (UAE, KSA, Qatar)
Familiarity with immigration case management tools or HRIS platforms
Experience supporting international mobility or cross-border talent programs

Assistant Manager - HR (Immigration Specialist)