Work Permit and Visa Specialist

About the role

The Work Permit and Visa Specialist will ensure compliance with Kazakhstan migration legislation and support the recruitment of foreign talent for the oil and gas petrochemical sector.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and submit documentation for obtaining and extending visas of all categories, including letters of invitation and IIN applications.
• Coordinate with the migration service, manage annual medical examinations, and maintain accurate foreign employee records.
• Monitor and enforce the local‑to‑foreign worker ratio, handle visa category changes, and process refunds of state visa fees.
• Represent the company in audits, inspections, and interactions with authorized state bodies.

Required profile

• Higher education with at least 3 years of experience in work permits, visa support, and HR administration.
• Strong knowledge of Kazakhstan labour and migration legislation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Kazakh, Russian and English.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Ability to manage high‑volume data entry while maintaining confidentiality.