LORI ANN DE LEO
Newtown
Summary
Strategic Immigration & Global Mobility Specialist with 6+ years managing high-volume U.S. visa programs, including F-1, H-1B, L-1, and green card processes. Oversaw immigration matters for 500+ employees, ensuring compliance and providing support through collaboration with managers and legal counsel. Expert in process improvement and vendor management, translating complex regulations into clear programs that foster trust and mitigate risk.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Immigration Specialist
ASML
Wilton
2019.02 - Current
- Lead immigration strategy for ASML's largest U.S. site, managing immigration matters for 500+ employees, many with multiple concurrent cases across multiple visa categories - F-1, H-1B, L-1, TN, and green card categories
- Manage the end-to-end international assignment experience, including initiating assignments, managing international assignment agreements, briefing calls, collaborating with stakeholders, and resolving escalations, extensions, and repatriations.
- Acted as a strategic advisor to HR, managers, and legal counsel, aligning immigration decisions with workforce planning and business goals.
- Collaborate closely with external counsel and assignment vendors to ensure a high quality of service were delivered and the SLAs were met
- Maintain and strengthen partnerships with immigration vendors, driving efficiency, consistency, and alignment with ASML's policies.
- Design and deliver educational sessions on the different visa categories, green card processes, and regulatory updates to enhance organizational fluency.
- Produce quarterly high-risk reports to inform leadership decisions and proactively mitigate compliance exposure.
- Evaluate job changes and hiring decisions for immigration impact, balancing risk with business agility.
- Partner with Talent Acquisition to assess immigration risk during candidate evaluation and hiring decisions.
- Advise on I-9 compliance, audits, and E-Verify protocols.
- Stay current on laws, regulations, and procedures governing international mobility and immigration.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
ASML
2017.03 - 2019.02
- Spearheaded career fairs and branding initiatives, attracting top talent and strengthening ASML's employer value proposition.
- Mentored recruiters and coached hiring managers on inclusive sourcing strategies, enhancing ability to fill critical and niche roles.
- Led diversity outreach and affirmative action compliance, embedding equity into recruitment operations.
- Oversaw vendor relationships and contract hiring, ensuring alignment with strategic hiring goals.
- Served as subject matter expert for applicant tracking system (ATS), delivering manager training and ongoing support to optimize recruitment processes.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Ethan Allen Global, Inc.
Danbury
2011.11 - 2017.03
- Directed full-cycle recruitment across diverse functions, building high-performing pipelines through strategic sourcing and outreach.
- Led diversity and affirmative action initiatives, enhancing inclusive hiring practices and ensuring federal compliance.
- Administered CareerBuilder and LinkedIn Recruiter platforms, provided monthly analytics, and trained HR staff and field managers on effective recruitment strategies.
- Managed ATS reporting and templates, training 300+ managers on streamlined recruitment processes.
- Designed onboarding workflows and compliance protocols, ensuring a seamless candidate experience and regulatory alignment.
Education
HR Studies Certificate - Fundamentals of HR, Employee Benefits, FMLA
Cornell University, ILR School
Associate Degree in Occupational Studies -
The Westchester Business Institute
Skills
- Immigration case management
- Global Mobility
- Regulatory compliance
- Compliance and risk mitigation
- Case strategy preparation
- Analytical precision
- Stakeholder education
- Strategic communication and collaboration
- Employee experience and empathy
Websites
Timeline
Immigration Specialist
ASML
2019.02 - Current
Talent Acquisition Specialist
ASML
2017.03 - 2019.02
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Ethan Allen Global, Inc.
2011.11 - 2017.03
HR Studies Certificate - Fundamentals of HR, Employee Benefits, FMLA
Cornell University, ILR School
Associate Degree in Occupational Studies -
The Westchester Business Institute