HR Specialist - Immigration & Mobility

HR Specialist - Immigration & Mobility

Location: Porto, Portugal

Reporting to: Country Manager

About us

Laista Group is a Lithuanian group of companies operating mainly in workforce leasing, payroll services, recruitment and back-office solutions.

We are currently expanding our Portuguese operations and preparing to launch a new business line in 2027, focused on the recruitment and employment of third-country nationals.

To support this development, we are looking for a hands-on HR Specialist - Immigration & Mobility who will manage immigration procedures, residence permits and employment documentation for non-EU employees.

About the role

As an HR Specialist - Immigration & Mobility, you will be responsible for managing immigration and employment documentation for third-country nationals joining our Portuguese company. Your main focus will be visa applications, residence permits and renewals, employee onboarding documentation, and communication with Portuguese authorities and visa application centers.

Main responsibilities

• Manage visa applications, residence permits, renewals and other immigration-related documentation.
• Coordinate with visa application centers, AIMA, consulates and other relevant authorities.
• Prepare and manage employment contracts, onboarding documents and employee files.
• Handle employee registration and related administrative procedures with Portuguese institutions.
• Monitor visa and residence permit validity, ensuring timely renewals and compliance.
• Communicate with employees, external partners and internal teams throughout the documentation process.
• Maintain accurate records, track deadlines and resolve documentation-related issues.
• Help establish efficient immigration and employment documentation processes for the new business line launching in 2027.

What we expect from you

• Practical experience managing immigration and employment documentation for third-country nationals in Portugal.
• Good understanding of Portuguese visa, residence permit and immigration procedures.
• Familiarity with Portuguese labor law and HR administration processes.
• Experience handling immigration documentation for larger groups of employees.
• Experience working with AIMA, visa application centers or other relevant authorities.
• Knowledge of Portuguese employment documentation and employee registration requirements.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases independently.
• Proactive, responsible and solution-oriented working style.
• Fluency in Portuguese and good working English.

What we offer

• A hands-on role in a growing Portuguese operation within an international group.
• Opportunity to contribute to the launch of a new business line in 2027.
• Close cooperation with the Country Manager and the wider Laista Group team.
• Opportunity to develop and improve immigration and HR administration processes.
• Hybrid working model.
• Competitive salary depending on experience.
• Professional growth opportunities as the business expands.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.