Associate Attorney, Compliance – Immigration Law

📋 Description

• Evaluating government inquiries and Requests for Evidence, and promptly drafting and submitting the necessary responses.

• Reviewing audit outcomes and relaying options to meet clients’ business immigration requirements.

• Ensuring timely and precise communication with clients during and after the application process, offering support for immigration program management and compliance.

• Overseeing and collaborating with support staff to guarantee adherence to compliance standards.

• Maintaining accuracy for cases with high volume and rapid turnover.

• Assisting clients and staff with inquiries throughout the filing process.

• Performing additional tasks as necessary.

⛳️ Requirements

• Active membership in a relevant Bar association.

• Over 5 years of experience as the primary contact for clients regarding compliance issues.

• More than 5 years of advising corporate clients on immigration compliance strategy and program management.

• At least 5 years of experience in business immigration.

• Comprehensive knowledge of various case types, including NIV (H-1B, TN, L, E, B, etc.) and IV (PERM, IV, AOS).

• Over 5 years of experience managing I-9 audits, internal investigations, and government enforcement actions.

• Expertise in supporting and advising on I-9 compliance programs, including conducting internal audits and remediation strategies.

• Conducting I-9 investigations and addressing government inquiries.

• Formulating and executing client compliance policies and best practices.

• Providing guidance to clients on risk mitigation and immigration program compliance.

• Familiarity with E-Verify.

• Experience with FDNS/site visits.

• Proven track record in building or scaling compliance programs.

• Drafting and responding to complex RFEs and NOIDs, including the development of legal strategies and arguments.

• Demonstrated success in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

• Exceptional communication and writing abilities.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Experience managing multiple competing priorities independently.

• Excellent attention to detail and interpersonal skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.