Job Description

Job Title: Contract HR & Global Mobility Specialist (6-Month Assignment)

Work Location: Cranbury, NJ (Hybrid/Onsite as required)

Company Overview

WuXi Biologics is a leading global open-access biologics technology platform offering end-to-end solutions to empower organizations to discover, develop, and manufacture biologics from concept to commercial manufacturing. Our achievements are the result of our talented employees and our PROUD culture of Passion, Reward, Opportunity, Unity, and Determination.

This 6-month contract position will provide critical support across Human Resources operations and U.S. immigration/global mobility functions, ensuring smooth HR processes, compliance, and a positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

Immigration & Compliance

• Coordinate U.S. immigration processes (H-1B, L-1, OPT, PR, B visas, etc.) including petitions, renewals, and withdrawals.
• Manage H-1B Cap process (kick-off emails, manager/HRBP sessions in December/January).
• Maintain Public Access Files (PAF) for H-1B cases.
• Respond to employee immigration queries and advise on visa options, relocation processes, and required documentation.
• Coordinate with immigration lawyers on case filings and reviews.
• Review and approve immigration-related invoices (Keshab, Vialto, cross-country transfers).
• Track visa expirations, renewals, and employee statuses; maintain immigration trackers in Excel and SuccessFactors.
• Issue B-1 invitation letters, maintain short-term visitor tracker, and notify local HR/reps of visitor arrivals and departures.
• Handle L-1 petition withdrawals.
• Ensure compliance with USCIS and federal/state employment requirements; maintain updated process guides.

Global Mobility & Assignments

• Coordinate end-to-end assignment lifecycle for employees relocating to the U.S., including onboarding, during-assignment support, and repatriation.
• Provide relocation support such as housing, transportation, SSN setup, and banking arrangements.
• Prepare and deliver welcome packs for assignees.
• Act as focal point for assignment lifecycle in host country; ensure related SuccessFactors tasks are completed on time in partnership with HRBPs and TA.
• Forward onboarding and offboarding notices to local HR functions and ensure processes are completed.
• Serve as U.S. entity representative for assignment letters (AL sign-off), coordinating draft reviews with stakeholders (Jessica and Sayini) to confirm eligibility, role/grade, and location changes before finalization.
• Collaborate with local HRBPs and stakeholders to track, monitor, and close all global mobility-related tasks.
• Maintain expat files, documentation, and global assignment trackers.

HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle

• Manage and track headcount planning, HR metrics, and reporting.
• Oversee employee lifecycle processes including pre-boarding, onboarding, and offboarding.
• Conduct and coordinate background checks and employment eligibility verifications.
• Lead new hire orientation and contribute to employee engagement/recognition initiatives.
• Maintain accurate employee records, HR files, and documentation (SharePoint, HRIS, SuccessFactors).
• Support HR audits, compliance tracking, and ad hoc HR Business Partner requests.

Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in special HR and mobility projects as assigned.
• Identify process improvements and streamline local/global HR and immigration workflows.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for immigration and mobility systems and databases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of HR experience with U.S. immigration and global mobility.
• Strong knowledge of H-1B, L-1, OPT, and other U.S. visa processes, including compliance and reporting.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems (e.g., SuccessFactors) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt under pressure.
• Customer-focused mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Bilingual （English/Mandarin) strongly preferred.

Contract Details

• Duration: 6 months, with potential extension based on business needs.
• Type: Contract assignment （not eligible for company benefits）.
• Reports To: Senior Director, Human Resources (U.S.) and Global Mobility Director.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $40.00-$50.00

The job description does not intend to list all the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employee holding this position would be required to perform other job-related duties/responsibilities based on their expertise and company business needs.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability

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