Immigration and Compliance Specialist

3 days ago

St Thomas, Canada Volkswagen Group Canada Full time

**Immigration and Compliance Specialist (St.Thomas)**
- ST.000139

Primary Location Canada-Ontario-London

**Drive your Career**

We love our cars, but it’s the people behind them who make them what they are. To market, sell, and service great cars, we need great people. That’s why at Volkswagen Group Canada, we are passionate about our cars and our brand and foster this same passion and drive in our people. We know that the right people in the right positions can do incredible things, and we love making that happen.

Our mission has started. Volkswagen Group’s largest cell factory in St. Thomas will carry out all battery activities - from processing raw materials to developing a unified Volkswagen battery to managing the European and North American gigafactories. Headquartered in Salzgitter, Germany, we are experiencing the transformation of mobility up close. Our goal is to contribute a positive impact to our global society, the environment and the economy. To reach these goals we need your POWER

**We are looking for an Immigration and Compliance Specialist based out of the St. Thomas, Ontario office.**

Headquartered in Salzgitter, Germany, we are experiencing the transformation of mobility up close. Our goal is to contribute a positive impact to our global society, the environment, and the economy. To reach these goals we need your POWER

The Immigration and Compliance Specialist plays a pivotal role in managing and coordinating immigration and visa requirements for the organization’s global assignees, international hires, and internal employees. This position ensures compliance with immigration laws and regulations while supporting travel visa requirements for business travelers, including external consultants and third-party suppliers traveling to Ontario, Canada. The role involves collaboration with HR, legal, and external vendors to ensure smooth, compliant global mobility operations.

**This is a flex hybrid model, requiring 2 days in the St. Thomas office.**

**Primary Responsibilities**:

- Support employees and contractors traveling to Canada by ensuring they meet travel visa requirements.
- Work closely with legal, HR, and external immigration consultants to ensure adherence to immigration policies and procedures.
- Regularly update relevant stakeholders about changes in immigration laws and ensure company compliance with all applicable regulations.
- Oversee the submission and tracking of immigration-related documentation, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Support global mobility programs by advising on immigration matters, including timelines and required documentation for international relocations.
- Assist with internal audits and compliance reviews related to immigration and visa processing.
- Develop and deliver training and communications to HR and employees regarding immigration processes and updates.
- Maintain relationships with immigration authorities, embassies, and consulates to facilitate visa processes.

**Desired Skills**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Certification in immigration law or global mobility is a plus.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in immigration or global mobility roles, with a focus on visa and work permit management.
- Experience working with immigration authorities and external consultants.
- Familiarity with Canadian immigration laws and business travel requirements.
- Strong knowledge of immigration and visa processes, including work permits, visa renewals, and compliance regulations.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage complex documentation processes.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR information systems (experience with global mobility platforms is an asset).
- Problem-solving mindset with the ability to navigate regulatory changes and process improvements.
- German language skills are considered an asset.
- Ability to travel both within Canada/US and internationally up to ~ 20%

**What you’ll get in return**:

- A flexible and collaborative team dynamic
- Opportunities for development
- Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community.
- Competitive employer paid benefits and overall compensation package
- And much more

Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, or local laws.

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