Manage and lead all aspects of the full lifecycle of immigration processes in Vietnam including visa applications, work permits, temporary residence cards, and business travel compliance.
Monitor changes in Vietnamese immigration regulations and provide timely updates and strategic advice to the business and clients.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with government authorities and external immigration counsel.
Serve as the primary point of contact for immigration inquiries, offering expert guidance on documentation, timelines, and regulatory requirements.
Develop and implement streamlined immigration workflows and operational procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce processing time.
Managing external council performance to ensure immigration activities are performed within agreed SLAs and compliance standards.
Provide training and strategic advisory to People Business Partners, recruitment, and mobility teams on Vietnam immigration processes and updates.
Prepare regular reports and metrics on immigration activities, risk assessments, and case progress.
Handle escalations and resolve sophisticated immigration issues, offering practical solutions tailored to the needs of Apple and its businesses.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and policy development within the Immigration team.
Support the broader Immigration team as needed with regional initiatives.
Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field.
Demonstrated ability with 5 years of experience in Vietnam immigration.
In-depth knowledge of Vietnam’s immigration laws, labor laws, and corporate compliance requirements.
Experience liaising with Vietnamese government bodies and immigration authorities.
Strong project management skills to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
Excellent communication skills in both Vietnamese and English (spoken and written).
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach.
Client-focused mindset with the ability to build trusted relationships.
Prior experience in an in-house role or consultancy firm is advantageous.
Familiarity with global immigration policies beyond Vietnam is a plus.