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HR Officer & Immigration Specialist

Baoase Curaçao

Willemstad
Full-time
2-5 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Immigration processing
Work permits
Residence permits
HR documentation
Personnel administration
Employment contracts
Recruitment support
Labor law
Administrative skills
Attention to detail
Case management
Dutch
English
Papiamentu
Spanish

Job Description

The HR Officer & Immigrations Specialist is an HR professional who maintains control over immigration as well as daily HR matters, from initial application to full completion. Join our team in a collaborative and dynamic environment! Main Role & Responsibilities Manage and coordinate immigration, work and residence permit processes for international employees. Prepare, review and maintain complete employee immigration files, ensuring all required documents are accurate and submitted on time. Monitor deadlines and validity dates for permits, visas, passports and other essential documents. Actively follow up on pending applications with employees, management, authorized representatives and relevant authorities. Identify and resolve delays or missing information to keep processes moving. Maintain an up-to-date overview of all ongoing immigration cases, deadlines and required actions. Handle day-to-day HR matters, including employee support, HR documentation and personnel administration. Draft and maintain employment contracts, letters and HR documentation. Maintain accurate personnel files, agreements and follow-up actions. Support recruitment, employee meetings and HR projects in collaboration with the HR Manager. Ensure matters are followed through from start to finish, taking ownership until each case or action is fully completed. Essential Skills & Requirements Bachelor degree in HR, Business Administration, Law or a related field. Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in HR and/or immigration. Experience with immigration, work and residence permit procedures is highly preferred. Knowledge of Curaçao labor law and local immigration procedures is a plus. Strong organizational and administrative skills, with excellent attention to detail. Proactive, hands-on and solution-oriented approach. Ability to manage multiple cases, deadlines and priorities independently. Excellent command of Dutch and English, both written and spoken. Papiamentu and/or Spanish is an advantage.

Core Responsibilities

The HR Officer & Immigration Specialist manages the end-to-end immigration and work permit processes for international employees. Additionally, they handle daily HR administrative tasks, including drafting contracts and supporting recruitment efforts.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor degree in HR, Business Administration, Law, or a related field. A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in HR or immigration is required, along with proficiency in Dutch and English.

About Baoase Curaçao

Industry: Hospitality

Company size: 51-200 employees

Named the #1 Best Resort Hotel in the Caribbean, Bermuda & the Bahamas and one of the Top 25 Resorts in the World by Travel + Leisure 2025, Baoase Luxury Resort is where world-class recognition meets barefoot luxury. We’ve also been honored with Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best 2025 and voted Best Romantic Resort by Revelux — accolades inspired by the heartfelt stories of our guests. Nestled on the island of Curaçao, Baoase is a private tropical sanctuary. With a limited collection of villas and suites designed with Balinese influences and modern refinement, every corner invites serenity, connection, and indulgence. Because at Baoase, luxury isn’t just what we offer — it’s how we make you feel.

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