Immigration and Compliance Specialist

Date: Jan 20, 2025
- Location: St. Thomas, CA
- Company: PowerCo Canada Inc.
- Level of Experience: Professionals
- Job Function: HR
- Job ID: 2919

**Immigration and Compliance Specialist**:
**Immigration and Compliance Specialist**

HR I Professionals

**With whom you will CELLebrate**

We are proud to announce the launch of Volkswagen Group’s largest cell factory, PowerCo, in St. Thomas. This is more than just a job - it’s a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy. Join us as we ramp up operations and help build a world-class company.

At PowerCo, we believe in fostering an environment where ambition meets collaboration, and where flexibility and creativity thrive. You'll be part of a diverse, talented team that is shaping the future of battery production. You’ll have the chance to advance your career while working alongside passionate colleagues who share a vision of making a lasting impact on the world.

Are you ready to be part of something exciting? Power up your career with us

**How you will CELLebrate**

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.

**What you need for our CELLebration**
- 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.

**What else can you bring**
- 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 to look forward to**
- Attractive Remuneration: We offer a competitive and attractive remuneration that reflect your skills, experience, and contributions.
- Vacation Allowance: We offer our employees competitive paid time off. Plus, you don’t need to take any vacation days from December 24 to December 31.
- Opportunities for development
- Relocation Support
- Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community.
- Competitive employer paid benefits and overall compensation package with extended health care, dental, vision and mental health support.
- Pension and Retirement Savings: We contribute the equivalent of 5% to a Registered Pension Plan and matching contribution to a retirement savings plan.
- And much more
We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive environment.Requisition Number: 2919- Company: PowerCo Canada Inc.
- Location: St. Thomas, CA
- Job Function: HR
- Level of Experience: Professionals
- Job ID: 2919

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