General Manager - Immigration

Job Description

General Manager Immigration EDUCATION: Any Graduate, preferably with certification in travel/tourism and coursework in immigration law or global mobility management. EXPERIENCE: 10+ years of experience managing business visa and work permit processes for MNC’s and MSME companies in India, ensuring compliance with immigration laws and regulations in multinational environments. COMPETENCIES / SKILLS: Lex Visas is premier Relocation and Immigration Services Company working with MNC’s and MSME companies in India. We are regularly providing immigration services to our clients’ and their employees. The above position will lead a team to ensure efficient handling of inbound and outbound immigration processes and compliance with relevant laws and regulations for major countries across the globe. The profile will be responsible for: Develop and implement strategies to streamline and improve our inbound and outbound immigration process, with a proven record in team management. Provide strategic oversight of visa and work permit processing, demonstrating a track record of successfully navigating complex processes in diverse geographical regions. Ensure compliance with employment visa processes, laws, and norms for major countries around the world. Manage and oversee the filing of Temporary Non-Immigrant Employment Visas (US and European region) and other relevant work permits. Attorneys in the respective countries are already appointed. Prepare and review letters of support for work permits, and deep insights into pre-requisites for each region. Handle consular filing and collate document checklists, with preference for knowledge of US/Europe’s consular processes. Experience with VFS and IVS and their processes is preferred. Conduct mock interviews to prepare applicants for successful visa application and travel. Verify the completeness of documentation for all types of visa applications. Managing the Document Legalization: Notary, Attestation and Apostilles Coordinate with clients, consulates/embassies, visa facilitation services, and high commissions. Maintain and manage matrix and reports related to assignment tracking regarding immigration. Prepare periodic reports on immigration numbers and trends. Maintain a knowledge base of travel processes and requirements for each country/region. PERSONALITY & OTHER TRAITS: Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Strong negotiation skills with the ability to collaborate effectively. Attention to detail and strong observational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Ability to work in a team-oriented environment, emphasizing proven record in team management. Willingness to occasionally travel within Pune. Must possess a Two/Four-Wheeler and be based in Pune.