J1 Visa Specialist

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J-1 Visa Recruitment Specialist Full-Time Contractor | Remote | Luxury Hospitality & Foodservice About Us We are a Miami-based hospitality and recruitment agency with nearly 9 years of experience placing middle management to executive-level talent across luxury hospitality and foodservice organizations. Our reach spans North America, Latin America, the Caribbean, the Middle East, and Europe. We are growing our U.S. business and launching J-1 Visa recruitment as a dedicated new service line — and we are looking for a specialist to lead the delivery of this program. The Role This is a full-time contractor position built for an experienced J-1 recruiter who excels at candidate management, visa coordination, and hotel partner relations. Your primary focus is delivery — sourcing great candidates, managing the placement process, and ensuring successful outcomes for both candidates and hotel clients. Leads and hotel client opportunities will come to you through two channels: our dedicated B2B outreach specialist, who runs our business development campaigns, and our existing client base of luxury hospitality organizations we have served for nearly a decade. You will not be starting from scratch — you will be plugging into an established agency with a warm network. That said, as someone embedded in the J-1 space, you will naturally support business development conversations when opportunities arise, and we see that as a collaborative effort, not a solo one. Key Responsibilities Candidate Sourcing & Screening Source qualified J-1 candidates from hospitality schools, universities, and professional networks internationally Screen and evaluate candidates for cultural fit, English proficiency, hospitality background, and program eligibility Manage candidate pipelines across multiple roles and property types, keeping records current in the ATS Conduct interviews and assess candidates against specific property and role requirements J-1 Visa Program Management Guide candidates through the J-1 Visa process including DS-2019 forms, SEVIS fees, sponsor coordination, and embassy appointment preparation Coordinate with designated J-1 sponsor organizations to ensure compliant and timely visa processing Prepare and review structured training plans tailored to each placement and property Stay current on J-1 program regulations, compliance requirements, and changes to U.S. immigration policy affecting cultural exchange programs Hotel Partner Relations Manage relationships with U.S. hotel and restaurant partners seeking J-1 Intern and Trainee talent — many of whom will come through our existing client network or inbound leads Understand each property's staffing needs, culture, and training capabilities to ensure quality placements Present qualified candidates to hotel partners, facilitate interviews, and manage the selection process Serve as the ongoing point of contact between the candidate and the host property throughout the placement Placement & Onboarding Coordination Coordinate pre-departure logistics including housing guidance, travel advice, and arrival preparation for placed candidates Support candidates during onboarding and serve as a resource throughout their program duration Track placement outcomes and gather feedback from both candidates and hotel partners to continuously improve the program Business Development Support Collaborate with our B2B outreach specialist and leadership team on new hotel partner opportunities as they are identified Bring your industry knowledge and relationships to conversations with potential hotel clients when relevant Contribute to the development of internal processes, templates, and best practices as this service line is built out What We're Looking For Required Experience 2+ years of experience in J-1 Visa recruitment or cultural exchange program placement, specifically within the hospitality industry Strong understanding of the J-1 Intern and Trainee visa categories, DS-2019 process, sponsor organization requirements, and SEVIS compliance Proven experience sourcing and placing international hospitality candidates with U.S. luxury hotel or restaurant properties Existing relationships with J-1 sponsor organizations is a strong advantage Experience working with ATS platforms and managing candidate pipelines Excellent interpersonal and communication skills — you will work with candidates, hotel HR teams, and visa sponsors simultaneously Fluency in English required; additional language skills, Spanish in particular, are a strong asset given our Latin American candidate pipeline Nice to Have Prior experience at a J-1 placement company, cultural exchange organization, or international hospitality staffing agency Familiarity with luxury hotel brands and their internship or management training program structures Experience working across multiple international markets including Latin America, Europe, Asia, or the Middle East Background in hospitality operations — having worked in a hotel or restaurant gives you instant credibility with both candidates and clients Who You Are A strong recruiter first — you are energized by finding the right candidate for the right role, not just filling seats Highly organized and able to manage multiple candidates and placements in different stages simultaneously Culturally fluent and empathetic — you understand what it means for a young professional to relocate internationally for a program Relationship-driven, with a consultative approach to both candidate and client management Collaborative and communicative — you thrive working as part of a small, high-trust remote team Contract Details Type: Full-Time Independent Contractor Location: Fully Remote Hours: Full-time availability required (40 hrs/week) Compensation: Competitive — based on experience How to Apply Please submit your resume along with a brief overview of J-1 placements you have managed, the types of properties you have worked with, and any sponsor organizations you have relationships with. Applications without direct J-1 experience will not be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr D.c.-Global-Talent-Inc.