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Junior Immigration Specialist

AT Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
Boston Consulting Group (BCG)

Junior Immigration Specialist

Zurich, Switzerland

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Request various kinds of work and residence permits for Switzerland for our worldwide BCG employees
Responsible for end-to-end process for all services on work permits for Switzerland, including; but not limited to, gathering all information and documents, write application letters and ensure permits are approved in due time, while acting as point of contact for employees and managers.
Main focus on short-term permits for project-related work, as well as for long-term secondments and temporary and permanent transfers we well as new hires
Provide advice and consultative support for our employees throughout their work or residence permit process
Communicate with work permit and visa experts, internal stakeholders and public offices

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Maintain overview of all new and existing work permit applications and potential renewals
Stay up-to-date about Swiss immigration law to serve as a knowledge carrier in this field
Cultivate contacts to local offices for economy and labor laws, work closely with the authorities and implement governmental requirements accordingly
Act as deputy for the Immigration & Mobility Specialist in our team, on occasion you will support Mobility transfer requests

YOU'RE GOOD AT

Working in a demanding, dynamic and frequently changing environment
Staying on top of things while handling long term processes and short-term inquiries
Identifying issues or priorities and finding client-oriented solutions
Communicating proactively and adjusting your communication style in order to communicate recipient-friendly, clear and efficiently

YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)

Commercial education or equivalent
Broad, general and up-to-date know how on Swiss labor (Immigration law) as well as HR processes and practices is preferred
Ideally experience in a multinational company with complex matrix organizations or in consulting
Outstanding knowledge of English and German (B2-C1, written and oral), good knowledge of French is beneficial
Proficient computer skills: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint

YOU'LL WORK WITH
Reporting to the Swiss Staffing and Mobility Manager, you will work within our dedicated Swiss Staffing & Mobility team. As the central point of contact for work permits, you will liaise and communicate regularly with project officers, internal and external business service teams as well as the Swiss immigration offices (labor & economy and migration).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Ideal start date:
As soon as possible

Work quota:
80%

Location:
Zurich

How to apply:

If you want to apply, please upload your complete application (CV, cover letter, relevant references, and certificates) in English or German at our BCG job portal by clicking on "apply" below.

Please note that we do not accept any application documents via (e-)mail (including direct applications via Indeed, LinkedIn or similar platforms), only applications submitted on our job platform due to our data protection guidelines. Furthermore, we do currently not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this role.

Client-provided location(s): Zürich, Switzerland
Job ID: Boston_Consulting_Group-23085BR
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • On-Site Gym
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Sabbatical
    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • 401(K)
    • Performance Bonus
    • Profit Sharing
    • Company Equity
  • Professional Development

    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)