Program Manager, Global Mobility & Immigration

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SharkNinjais a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positivelyimpactpeoples lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted global brands Shark and Ninja the company has a proventrack recordof bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowedSharkNinjato enter multiple product categories driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham Massachusetts with more than4100associates the companys products are sold at key retailers online and offline and through distributors around the world.

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Job Overview:

The Program Manager Global Mobility & Immigration will lead the day-to-day execution and continuous improvement ofSharkNinjasglobal mobility and immigration programs supporting employees across the Americas EMEA and APAC. Reporting to the VP Total Rewards this role serves as the primary operational and strategic partner for employees managers immigration counsel HR Legal Compensation Payroll Finance and business leaders.

As part of the Global Total Rewards organization you will help create a seamless intuitive and compliant experience for employees navigating international mobility and immigration. The Program Manager Global Mobility & Immigration balances operational excellence with strategic program execution ensuring global mobility and immigration programs scale with SharkNinjasrapid growth while delivering an exceptional employee experience.

Leveraging AI automation analytics and technology you will continuously improve operational efficiency simplify complex global mobility processes strengthen compliance and deliver a5-star employee experience. You will partner across functions to optimize policies processes and vendor relationships whileidentifyinginnovative scalable and cost-effective solutions that support both employees and the business.

Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end global mobility and immigration programs supporting employees across the Americas EMEA and APAC ensuring a seamless employee experience and strong regulatory compliance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees managers immigration counsel and internal stakeholders regardingglobal mobility and immigration matters.
• Act as the subject matter expert for U.S. and Canadian employment-based immigration while partnering with external immigration counsel to support immigration matters across EMEA and APAC.
• Manage employment-based immigration programs including visa sponsorship renewals permanent residence processes work authorization compliance activities and case management.
• Partner closely with HR Compensation Payroll Legal Finance and business leaders to ensure mobility and immigration activities align with business priorities regulatory requirements and employee needs.
• Provide consultation and guidance on complex global mobility and immigration matters including policy interpretation assignment structures employee scenarios relocation support and cross-border employment considerations.
• Support global mobility program administration including cost projections assignment documentation policy consultation vendor coordination and international immigration support.
• Develop implement and maintainGlobal Mobility and Immigration policies governance standards compliance frameworks and operational procedures that support globally mobile employees.
• Lead and support process optimization initiatives by leveragingAI automation digital tools and technology to simplify workflows reduce administrative complexity improve operational efficiency and build scalable global programs.
• Continuously evaluate the employee journey across mobility and immigration programs identifyingopportunities to improvethe employeeexperience while balancing compliance operational excellence and cost effectiveness.
• Partner with the Total Rewards Workforce Intelligence team to identify interpret andleveragemobility and immigration data and insights that support business decisions compliance monitoring employee experience and program effectiveness.
• Utilize program metrics and analytics to identifytrends risks opportunities and cost drivers providing recommendations that strengthen compliance improve operational effectiveness and enhance the overall employee experience.
• Build and manage strategic partnerships with external immigration counsel mobility providers relocation vendors and other partners establishingservice expectations driving accountability and continuously improving service delivery.
• Monitor global immigration legislation mobility trends emerging technologies and AI capabilities to proactively recommend innovative scalable and cost-effective program enhancements.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by challenging existing processes embracing innovation and delivering operational excellence that supports SharkNinjascontinued global growth.
• Demonstrate SharkNinjas leadership principles by beingRarely SatisfiedCommunicating for Impact and recognizing thatWinning is a Team Sport.

Skills Required:

• Bachelors degree; Global Mobility Specialist (GMS) SHRM SPHR or related certifications are preferred.
• 7 years of progressive experience in Global Mobility Immigration Global HR Operations Total Rewards or a relatedHR discipline.
• Demonstrated experience managing global mobility and immigration programs across the Americas EMEA and APAC.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. and Canadian employment-based immigration programs compliance requirements and global mobility practices with a working knowledge of immigration processes across EMEA and APAC and experience partnering effectively with external immigration counsel to support regional requirements.
• Experience managing complex immigration case portfolios international assignments relocations and globally mobile employee populations.
• Proven ability to partner effectively with HR Compensation Payroll Legal Finance Workforce Intelligence immigration counsel mobility providers and business leaders.
• Experience developing and implementing mobility policies governance frameworks operational standards and process improvements.
• Demonstrated success leveragingAI automation and technology solutions to improve operational efficiency employee experience and program effectiveness.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data identifytrends and translate insights into actionable business recommendations.
• Experience managing relationships with external immigration counsel mobility providers and other strategic vendors leveragingtheir regionalexpertiseto deliver compliant efficient and cost-effective immigration and mobility support across the Americas EMEA and APAC.
• Exceptional communication consultation and stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong project management organizational and continuous improvement skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced global environment.
• Ability to balance exceptional employee experience with compliance operational excellence financial stewardship and scalable program management.
• Strong attention to detail sound judgment and discretion when managing sensitive employee matters.
• A mindset aligned with SharkNinjasOutrageously Extraordinary culture through aRelentless Drive for EdgeInsatiable Impatience for ActionDeep-Seated Confidence andGenuine Belief in the Journey.