Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated preliminary sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.

ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 42,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.8 billion euros (2023), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America. 
 

Continental is looking for an Immigration Specialist to become an integral part of the Human Relations team whose primary responsibility is coordinating the immigrant visa process for qualified foreign national employees.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Responsible for the employment-based immigrant visa processes for employees
• Provide evaluation and guidance to Talent Acquisition Specialists and HR Business Partners to determine if foreign national candidates are eligible for visa sponsorship
• Create and coordinate educational programs for foreign national employees and their managers.
• Participate in immigrant process improvement projects
• Manage OESL immigration matters for existing and inbound foreign national professional employees for all U.S. locations and ensure that deadlines are met for the filing of immigration extension processes
• Provide expertise to inbound foreign nationals, HR business partners, hiring managers and talent acquisition team regarding immigration updates, requirements, and maintenance of status.
• Assists with the immigrant visa process
• Carry out administrative tasks related to immigration processes
• Act as a liaison between the immigration attorney's office, foreign national employees, human relations team and hiring managers to provide accurate information and guidance
• Ensure all related internal controls are adequate, documented and performed correctly to ensure compliance.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor’s  degree in a related field
•  2+ years experience in employment-based immigration within a corporate environment 
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, writing, and communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, follow compliance laws and regulations
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines under pressure
• Team and customer oriented

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting.  No Relocation for this role. 

THE PERKS

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY
•    Immediate Benefits
•    Paid Time Off
•    Tuition & Employee Discounts
•    Annual Bonus
•    Employer 401(k) Match
 And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!
 

EEO-Statement:

EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

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