Chetnarayan Chhetri
New Delhi,
Summary
Dedicated Global Immigration Specialist with extensive expertise in international immigration laws and procedures, supporting HR functions across diverse regions including the US, UK, EMEA, and APAC. Skilled in managing comprehensive visa processes such as H1B, L1A, EB1, EB2, work permits, and various employment-based visas. Proven ability to ensure compliance with global immigration regulations, prepare accurate documentation, and navigate complex immigration cases. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, adept at training HR teams and providing seamless support for onboarding international employees. Highly organized with a keen attention to detail and a proactive, solution-oriented approach to addressing immigration challenges. Proficient in utilizing HR technology to streamline processes and maintain precise records, fostering a compliant and efficient immigration workflow.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Global Immigration Specialist- HR Support
Gerson Lehrman Group
Gurugram
02.2020 - Current
- Handling the US visa process, including H1B, L1A, EB1, EB2, all employment-based green cards, H4, L2, B1/B2, LCA, prevailing wage determinations, requests for evidence, DS-160 forms, etc.
- Work on UK, Ireland, Dubai, Spain, and other EMEA location work permits.
- Work on work permit for APAC regions i.e. Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Japan, etc
- Writing Standard Operating Procedure (SOPs) and Global Immigration Policies
- Preparing and conducting training for various parties, such as HRBPs, the TA team, the HR support team, etc.
- Ensure proper Immigration compliances are followed globally.
- Assists HR with onboarding processes for new employees, particularly those requiring immigration support, by coordinating necessary documentation and providing guidance on visa and work permit applications.
- Acts as a point of contact for employees with immigration-related queries, providing support and resources to help them navigate the immigration process.
Immigration Specialist- Global Mobility
Cvent India Pvt Ltd.
Gurugram
07.2018 - 11.2019
- Work on all US visa i.e., H1B, L1A, H4, L2, B1/B2, LCA, Request for Evidence, DS- 160 forms, etc
- Employment based (GC) process- Discuss with the higher management for sponsoring GC process for employees
- Working on Prevailing wage, Job Posting, Filling I-140 forms, etc
- B1/B2 visa- Need to fill up the required DS- 160 form and make the individuals ready for the interview
- RFE- Draft Request for Evidence as per requirement for all the visa categories
- Worked on UK Tier 2 (General and ICT) visa process
- Filled Certificate of Sponsorship form and submit to Attorneys for review
- Work on Immigration Petition forms
- Keep a track record of all employees joining offices in EMEA, APAC and US region
- Maintaining spreadsheet to keep record of employees in both self-sponsored & company sponsored visa and sent regular emails to employees for renewal process.
Immigration Specialist
Chetu India Pvt Ltd.
Noida
06.2016 - 07.2018
- Daily Meeting with Attorneys in US, so as to take regular updates regarding Immigration laws related to H1B, L1A, B1/B2, Green Card, etc
- Provide useful information to HR and update them with the process of Immigration
- Documentation handling and keeping proper records for all entry and exit of members with Indi and also US
- Maintaining a proper record of Immigration data and providing the same to higher management when required.
Submission officer
VFS Global
New Delhi
02.2014 - 12.2015
- Working in US VAC and checking all the documents related to US immigration
- Worked in US Embassy as a Greeter and provide assistance to Consular officer.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) -
St. Edmunds College
07.2012
Skills
- Immigration Law Knowledge
- Documentation and Compliance
- Case Management
- Communication Skills
- Training and Development
- HR Support
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Project Management
Accomplishments
- Recognized five times for outstanding performance in my current organization.
Certification
- Certificate in Professional and Life Skills from Amity University
Timeline
Global Immigration Specialist- HR Support
Gerson Lehrman Group
02.2020 - Current
Immigration Specialist- Global Mobility
Cvent India Pvt Ltd.
07.2018 - 11.2019
Immigration Specialist
Chetu India Pvt Ltd.
06.2016 - 07.2018
Submission officer
VFS Global
02.2014 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) -
St. Edmunds College
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