Immigration Specialist, Global Mobility (Associate) in Newtownabbey

Huron is redefining what a global consulting organization can be. Advancing new ideas every day to build even stronger clients, individuals and communities. We are helping our clients find new ways to drive growth, enhance business performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. As a member of the Huron corporate team, you will help to evolve our business model to stay ahead of market forces, industry trends and client needs. Our accounting, finance, human resources, IT, legal, marketing and facilities management professionals work collaboratively to support Huron's collective strategies and enable real transformation to produce sustainable business results.

Huron's Global Mobility team supports the movement of talent across borders with a focus on compliance, employee experience, and practical business partnership. The Immigration Specialist, Global Mobility, will provide operational support for immigration and global mobility services, with a primary focus on U.S. immigration and global business travel. This role will work closely with the Global Mobility team members, report to the Immigration Program Lead, and partner with HR, business leadership, and corporate functions to support a high-quality, compliant employee experience.

Your Role:

• Support efficient Global Mobility operations through clear process documentation, timely communications, and practical issue resolution.
• Own global business travel processes, providing country-specific guidance to employees and business leaders (including cost and timeline estimates), and timely complete related internal service request tickets in close partnership with external vendors.
• Coordinate and review immigration initiation questionnaires and filings/applications, including business visa/work permit applications and renewals, ensuring compliance and timely processing.
• Partner with external vendors to manage business/work visas, permits, and permanent residency applications across global entities.
• Prepare travel letters and support advisement of onboarding compliance documentation (e.g., I-9 forms) for visa holders and business travelers, as applicable.
• Assist in responding to business leader, employee, and vendor inquiries regarding immigration matters and case statuses, with an initial focus on North America and expanding to other countries as training allows.
• Communicate immigration requirements, government procedures, cost estimates, and expected timelines clearly to HR partners, employees, and business leaders.
• Monitor and maintain accurate records and reporting for immigration cases and business travel.
• Contribute to internal content creation for mobility webpages and knowledge articles.
• Participate in ad-hoc global mobility function project initiatives (e.g., process improvements, implementations, etc.) and stay current on global mobility industry trends.
• Ensure adherence to Global Mobility policies, procedures, and country-specific regulations, including compliance with country laws and employee benefits.
• Ability to network, both internally and with industry professionals, to stay up-to-date on current Global Mobility, immigration, compliance, cross-border tax, business travel, and industry trends.

The Profile We're Looking For:

An Immigration Specialist while requirements may vary slightly by role, successful candidates typically bring:

• Essential Criteria:
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, legal studies, or related field.
• 2+ years of professional experience, directly supporting immigration services and cross-border business travel.
• Strong and proven ability to work and execute effectively and autonomously within a virtual team spanning multiple time zones.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and build trusted relationships with stakeholders across HR, operations, and business leadership.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail in a fast-paced professional services environment.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and explaining complex topics to non-experts.
• Proven ability to work in the abstract and through ambiguity (in a professional services environment).
• Agile mindset with a focus on employee experience, process improvement, and confidentiality.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; experience in remote-first environments.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience with Workday, ServiceNow, Microsoft Office applications, and mobility/vendor platforms.
• Familiarity with immigration laws across multiple countries.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., GMS/GMS-T, GPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR, CIPD) are a plus.
• Prior experience in a global consulting or professional services firm.

Equal Opportunity & Compliance:

Huron is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

The estimated base salary for this job is £30,000 - £40,000. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron's annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron's pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is £34,500 - £46,000. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron's benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs.