Rekha Sharma
Plainsboro
Summary
Results-driven Immigration Specialist with a proven record of driving internal process improvements to streamline immigration workflows and reduce reliance on external resources. Skilled in managing complex employment-based immigration cases, including expertise in handling H-1B, OPT, PERM, I-140, AOS, RFEs, NOIDs, and compliance tracking with a 100% approval rate while cutting costs. Recognized for self-learning and innovation, including the creation of advanced tracking systems to safeguard compliance and transparency. Adept at fostering cross-functional collaboration and delivering strategic solutions to support a continuous employee experience and drive global mobility success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager - Immigration and Compliance
SmartDW Inc
04.2025 - Current
- Currently leading a team of Immigration Specialists to manage and streamline immigration and compliance functions across four newly acquired companies for 500+ employees under common ownership. I oversee both Non-Immigrant Visa (NIV) and Immigrant Visa (IV) processes, ensuring all entities remain fully compliant with U.S. immigration laws and regulations.
- Manage end-to-end processing of NIV cases, including H-1B, H-4, STEM OPT, L-1, and TN petitions—ensuring timely filing, tracking of expirations, and maintaining status continuity for foreign national employees.
- Oversee Immigrant Visa (IV) processes, including PERM, I-140 immigrant petitions, and I-485 adjustment of status applications, coordinating with attorneys and HR to support long-term immigration strategies.
- Conduct regular internal audits of immigration files and processes to ensure compliance with USCIS, DOL, and ICE requirements.
- Partner with external immigration counsel and internal HR teams to resolve case-specific complexities and respond to RFEs and audits.
- Lead recurring meetings with Operations Managers, HR, and Immigration Specialists across all four companies to align immigration priorities with workforce planning and business goals.
- Develop and implement standardized documentation, case tracking systems, and compliance procedures for all immigration-related activities.
- Advise leadership on changes to immigration policy and their operational impact, ensuring proactive compliance and business continuity.
HR Manager – Immigration Specialist
ABAL TECHNOLOGIES
04.2022 - 03.2025
- Managed all aspects of immigration processes for over 60 employees, including H-1B visa petitions, amendments, extensions, and I-140 Green Card filings. Independently handled RFEs and NOIDs, achieving a perfect approval rate.
- Developed automated tracking systems to monitor visa expiration and compliance deadlines. Coordinated with offshore teams to streamline documentation and petition preparation.
- Achieved a 100% approval rate for all H-1B and I-140 petitions filed during tenure.
- Developed an Excel-based tracking system with automated color-coding to monitor deadlines, improving transparency for stakeholders.
- Advocated for and transitioned I-140 filings in-house, reducing annual legal expenses by $50–60K.
- Proactively resolved RFEs and NOIDs, strengthening the company’s compliance reputation.
- Trained and supervised an offshore team of 3–4 staff members to streamline documentation and improve global service delivery.
- Supported onboarding processes by administering I-9 verifications and E-Verify checks, aligning with federal compliance requirements.
- Advocated for internal process improvements that optimized the company’s immigration workflows, reducing reliance on third party resources.
- Private consulting firm specializing in hiring and placing IT professionals, including software developers, data engineers, and business analysts, with third-party clients across the U.S.
Human Resource Coordinator – Immigration
ITCAPS LLC
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Administered all immigration processes for a caseload of 35+ employees, filing H-1B petitions and managing PERM and Green Card cases. Administered payroll, invoicing, and onboarding while maintaining compliance through I-9 verification and PAF documentation.
- Independently tracked visa statuses and submission deadlines, producing accurate records and reports. Coordinated with attorneys for complex cases, ensuring timely resolution of RFEs and case approvals.
- Secured approvals for 40+ H-1B filings, achieving a 100% success rate in USCIS submissions.
- Designed and implemented tracking tools for immigration case monitoring, reducing oversight risks.
- Successfully processed 35+ PERM and Green Card cases in collaboration with legal teams.
- Self-taught critical immigration processes and built expertise in compliance, payroll, and HR operations.
- Transitioned from administering H-1B filings to managing broader Green Card processes, including PERM and I-140 petitions.
- Boutique IT consulting firm focusing on hiring and sponsoring visas for IT professionals, including software developers and analysts, for long-term client projects.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History Honors
Delhi University
Delhi, IndiaSkills
- Visa Processing
- Immigrant Petitions
- Technical Writing
- Team Leadership
- Immigration Compliance
- Data Management
- Cost Saving Strategies
- Workflow Optimizations
- Process Automation
- Green Card Processes
- HR Integration
- Stakeholder Collaboration
Certification
Advanced Excel Certification
Timeline
Manager - Immigration and Compliance
SmartDW Inc
04.2025 - Current
HR Manager – Immigration Specialist
ABAL TECHNOLOGIES
04.2022 - 03.2025
Human Resource Coordinator – Immigration
ITCAPS LLC
01.2020 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Arts - History Honors
Delhi University