Job Description

Job ID R0005658 Date posted 05/12/2023

Summary

Looking to make a difference by supporting immigration and mobility? Want to align yourself with an innovative purpose-driven organization that supports life science research? The Senior Immigration & Mobility Specialist is STEMCELL\'s resident immigration expert, advising on global immigration situations, working collaboratively with HR Partners, Talent Acquisition and employees to enable talent mobility throughout the STEMCELL Group of Companies. Additionally, the Senior Immigration & Mobility Specialist maintains a strategic outlook on STEMCELL\'s immigration and mobility programs, leading initiatives to continually improve and streamline processes to meet evolving business needs.



Duties and Responsibilities

Advises on immigration related matters, for multiple jurisdictions including: Visas, Work Permits, PR, H1B, and B1, and engages with immigration counsel as required. Analyses immigration cases, advises on the best immigration route, collecting documents, verifying and completing the immigration applications, follow-up with the immigration authorities and completing the process

Responsible for our E2 Visa and Dual Tax Program

Responsible for maintaining immigration records and document processes

Responsible for our global mobility program which includes our relocation policy and involved in all ex pat assignments as well as managing our external relocation provider

Continually monitors and evaluates immigration and mobility programs, leading continuous improvements through STEMCELL\'s growth

Collaborates with our Centres of Expertise to ensure our documentation, Workday and processes are in alignment as well as providing training sessions on immigration matters for key stakeholders.

Knowledge and Qualifications

Requires 10+ years\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99 experience providing Canadian immigration advice and direct experience working with employees. Minimum of one year experience in the international relocation field.

Experience in program development, implementation and evaluation.

Experience in an intercultural environment either by working or living internationally.

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STEMCELL Technologies Inc. is a privately-owned biotechnology company based in Vancouver that helps power leading-edge life science research around the world. Scientists performing stem cell, immunology, cancer, regenerative medicine and cellular therapy research are among those who rely on our cell culture media, cell separation products, instruments, ancillary reagents and contract assay services. We create novel, useful, standardized products of unfailing quality and deliver them to more than 70 countries via our many regional offices plus distribution centres in Vancouver, Seattle, Grenoble and Singapore.\xc3\x82 Driven by our love of science and our passion for quality, we see ourselves simply as \xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x9cScientists Helping Scientists\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x9d \xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x93 standing by our customers to provide outstanding products, technical support and training.\xc3\x82 We have over 1000 science-oriented employees globally, including 250 PhDs/MScs, with most others holding a BSc or engineering degree.\xc3\x82 STEMCELL is proud to be the largest Biotechnology employer in Canada.

This is an opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a science-oriented, creative, and dynamic environment. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and meaningful career development opportunities.

STEMCELL is well recognized for exceptional leadership and business practices. We are one of Canada\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s Best Managed Companies and operate an ISO 14001-certified environmental management system to measure and reduce our environmental impact.\xc3\x82

As an equal opportunity employer, STEMCELL is dedicated to ensuring that every employee feels safe, valued, and respected for who they are. We know that scientific progress and innovation occur when diverse, creative minds come together and we are committed to nurturing a culture of inclusivity and belonging. STEMCELL enforces a zero-tolerance policy for any form of discrimination. Selection decisions are solely based on job-related factors.

NOTE: STEMCELL\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s\xc3\x82 vaccination policy requires that all candidates for this role be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including boosters), as currently recommended or required by local health authorities and public health orders, unless an exemption from this policy is approved through our accommodation request process.

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