Director, Global Mobility and Immigration (Hybrid - Chicago. IL)

Our client is a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management. Our client shapes the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces, and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities. Our client is a Fortune 500 company with annual revenue of $18.0 billion, operations in over 80 countries, and a global workforce of more than 93,000 as of December 31, 2019.

We are seeking a Global Mobility & Immigration Director on a contract basis to help support their ongoing business needs. This role is hybrid onsite in Chicago, IL.

This role will lead and develop a specialized team of 4 professionals, including 1 Global Mobility consultant and 3 immigration specialists. He/she will also drive strategic initiatives while ensuring operational excellence across the AMER mobility program and US and global immigration to internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

U.S. Immigration (35%)

• Oversee a comprehensive U.S. immigration program supporting 250+ foreign national employees
• Manage external vendor partnerships for visa/work permit processing, ensuring federal compliance
• Provide guidance to recruiters, people partners, and hiring managers on visa sponsorships, renewals, and permanent residency
• Run the annual H-1B Cap program; establish timelines, communications, and training with external vendors
• Conduct immigration assessments based on business and employee needs; communicate processes, timelines, and risks
• Monitor legislative and industry immigration trends; propose strategic updates and implementation plans
• Collaborate with HR Services on change management initiatives related to policy/process updates
• Serve as the senior escalation point for complex immigration cases
• Review and approve monthly vendor invoices

Global Immigration (35%)

• Oversee immigration processing and expiry tracking for 350+ employees
• Design and implement immigration policies, workflows, and processes that ensure compliance and scalability
• Establish compliance protocols; conduct audits for expirations, terminations, and job changes
• Build and manage relationships with external immigration partners; set and review performance metrics
• Lead the development of a global immigration strategy aligned with business and compliance needs
• Monitor international immigration regulations and provide proactive guidance
• Review and approve bi-monthly vendor invoices

Americas Global Mobility (30%)

• Oversee international assignments, permanent transfers, and international remote work for the Americas region
• Manage ~50+ international and 50+ U.S. domestic relocations annually
• Lead consultations with internal stakeholders on business needs, policies, and compliance
• Serve as the main point of contact for leadership and HR throughout the mobility process
• Advise on timelines, cost estimates, recommended policies, and partner involvement
• Partner with tax and relocation vendors to advise on international tax and compliance
• Collaborate with Finance, Tax, and Payroll for accurate data tracking and reporting
• Review and approve weekly relocation invoices and monthly tax invoices

We offer a competitive salary range for this position. Most candidates who join our team are hired at the median of this range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Contractor benefits are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Available upon completion of waiting period for eligible engagements) Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.