Location: Hoboken, Boston, Stamford, New York
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help build a better working world.
Opportunity As the Visa & Immigration Associate Director, you will provide strategic and operational direction in the development and implementation of immigration policies and procedures for the firm. You will play a key role in the development of immigration staff and operational processes to facilitate EY’s long‑term workforce strategy, serve as a leader in identifying and setting priorities, managing compliance, developing complementary programs and reporting to senior leadership. In this role, you will educate talent teams and business members of the firm on immigration policies and laws and how these items impact employees (appropriate visas, green card processing and restrictions on travel, etc.) so that business functions can incorporate this into their hiring and people strategies while minimizing risk. You will supervise the entire team, set the strategy and accountability for the Visa & Immigration team’s results, and educate the broader network.
Your Key Responsibilities
Direct the design and development of immigration policy for the US firm, including support for cross‑border business travelers and inbound mobility assignments.
Oversee third‑party service providers, RFPs and contract negotiations in accordance with firm policy.
Formulate and provide financial and statistical information for quarterly projections of immigration, monitoring and revising such projections to accurately represent current business and economic conditions.
Provide immigration counseling for complex cases and senior employees.
Review and counsel service line leaders on the components of the immigration policy and associated costs.
Recommend cost‑effective alternatives that support global policies while meeting business needs.
Offer day‑to‑day support and guidance on current immigration policies, industry standards and business trends related to hiring foreign nationals and international business travelers.
Interact and counsel senior management within the service lines on the firm’s immigration policies and laws and how they affect employees, remaining flexible to business needs.
Resolve all immigration‑related matters and policy exceptions.
Resolve outstanding issues with appropriate parties (talent, general counsel, service line leadership, member mobility teams, etc.).
Prepare and deliver seminars on immigration to educate talent functions, management and staff.
Participate in the preparation of the annual immigration budget, track expenditures and ensure operations remain within approved budget guidelines.
Engage in professional organizations to stay current with immigration, tax, regulatory and policy changes, and analyze how changes may impact firm practices.
Manage all outsourced relationships (internal and external), including partner, finance, shared services center, international tax, global shared services, strategic sourcing and immigration vendors.
Select and manage performance of staff.
Educate and counsel all staff on immigration practices.
Skills and Attributes for Success
Ability to influence decisions when articulating immigration matters to stakeholders.
Ability to partner and provide counsel to business units and firm leaders regarding immigration policies in line with government administration and industry trends.
Ability to understand and recommend on immigration issues based on business needs, policy and regulations.
Ability to negotiate, monitor and solicit third‑party vendor relationships.
Demonstrable strategic thinking with strong organizational skills.
In‑depth understanding of immigration regulations, trends and the effect on EY’s talent strategy.
Manage stakeholder expectations and coordinate effective communication.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
12–15 years of related experience working with US immigration, including knowledge of US immigration regulations and processes and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint).
Flexibility to work outside of normal hours.
Ideally, You’ll Also Have
Experience handling highly confidential information.
What We Look For We are looking for individuals with strong business acumen and personal leadership. Innovative, creative thinkers who are strategic, collaborative and consultative, and who can bring a fresh perspective will thrive in this environment.
What We Offer You At EY, we develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, fueling your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring. The base salary range for this job in all U.S. geographic locations is $127,300 to $245,000; for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) it is $152,700 to $278,400. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a variety of factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. Our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
Join a team‑led and leader‑enabled hybrid model. For external client‑serving roles, the expectation is for most people to work together in person 40–60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
Under our flexible vacation policy, you will decide how much vacation time you need based on your personal circumstances. You’ll also receive time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care and other leaves as needed to support your well‑being.
Are You Ready to Shape Your Future with Confidence? Apply Today. EY accepts applications for this position on an on‑going basis.
For those living in California, please click here for additional information.
EY focuses on high‑ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.
EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.
Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi‑disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and require assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1‑800-EY‑HELP3 and select options as instructed, or email the Talent Shared Services Team at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
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At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help build a better working world.
Opportunity As the Visa & Immigration Associate Director, you will provide strategic and operational direction in the development and implementation of immigration policies and procedures for the firm. You will play a key role in the development of immigration staff and operational processes to facilitate EY’s long‑term workforce strategy, serve as a leader in identifying and setting priorities, managing compliance, developing complementary programs and reporting to senior leadership. In this role, you will educate talent teams and business members of the firm on immigration policies and laws and how these items impact employees (appropriate visas, green card processing and restrictions on travel, etc.) so that business functions can incorporate this into their hiring and people strategies while minimizing risk. You will supervise the entire team, set the strategy and accountability for the Visa & Immigration team’s results, and educate the broader network.
Your Key Responsibilities
Direct the design and development of immigration policy for the US firm, including support for cross‑border business travelers and inbound mobility assignments.
Oversee third‑party service providers, RFPs and contract negotiations in accordance with firm policy.
Formulate and provide financial and statistical information for quarterly projections of immigration, monitoring and revising such projections to accurately represent current business and economic conditions.
Provide immigration counseling for complex cases and senior employees.
Review and counsel service line leaders on the components of the immigration policy and associated costs.
Recommend cost‑effective alternatives that support global policies while meeting business needs.
Offer day‑to‑day support and guidance on current immigration policies, industry standards and business trends related to hiring foreign nationals and international business travelers.
Interact and counsel senior management within the service lines on the firm’s immigration policies and laws and how they affect employees, remaining flexible to business needs.
Resolve all immigration‑related matters and policy exceptions.
Resolve outstanding issues with appropriate parties (talent, general counsel, service line leadership, member mobility teams, etc.).
Prepare and deliver seminars on immigration to educate talent functions, management and staff.
Participate in the preparation of the annual immigration budget, track expenditures and ensure operations remain within approved budget guidelines.
Engage in professional organizations to stay current with immigration, tax, regulatory and policy changes, and analyze how changes may impact firm practices.
Manage all outsourced relationships (internal and external), including partner, finance, shared services center, international tax, global shared services, strategic sourcing and immigration vendors.
Select and manage performance of staff.
Educate and counsel all staff on immigration practices.
Skills and Attributes for Success
Ability to influence decisions when articulating immigration matters to stakeholders.
Ability to partner and provide counsel to business units and firm leaders regarding immigration policies in line with government administration and industry trends.
Ability to understand and recommend on immigration issues based on business needs, policy and regulations.
Ability to negotiate, monitor and solicit third‑party vendor relationships.
Demonstrable strategic thinking with strong organizational skills.
In‑depth understanding of immigration regulations, trends and the effect on EY’s talent strategy.
Manage stakeholder expectations and coordinate effective communication.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
12–15 years of related experience working with US immigration, including knowledge of US immigration regulations and processes and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint).
Flexibility to work outside of normal hours.
Ideally, You’ll Also Have
Experience handling highly confidential information.
What We Look For We are looking for individuals with strong business acumen and personal leadership. Innovative, creative thinkers who are strategic, collaborative and consultative, and who can bring a fresh perspective will thrive in this environment.
What We Offer You At EY, we develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, fueling your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring. The base salary range for this job in all U.S. geographic locations is $127,300 to $245,000; for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) it is $152,700 to $278,400. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a variety of factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. Our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
Join a team‑led and leader‑enabled hybrid model. For external client‑serving roles, the expectation is for most people to work together in person 40–60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
Under our flexible vacation policy, you will decide how much vacation time you need based on your personal circumstances. You’ll also receive time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care and other leaves as needed to support your well‑being.
Are You Ready to Shape Your Future with Confidence? Apply Today. EY accepts applications for this position on an on‑going basis.
For those living in California, please click here for additional information.
EY focuses on high‑ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.
EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.
Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi‑disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and require assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1‑800-EY‑HELP3 and select options as instructed, or email the Talent Shared Services Team at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
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