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Calgary - Law Clerk - U.S Business Immigration

EY
Calgary, AB, CanadaPosted about 1 month agoDiscoveredMatch locked
Full-time

About the role

At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.

The opportunity

As a U.S. Business Immigration Law Clerk with EY Law LLP, you will play a crucial role in providing integrated, high-quality services to our clients. You will support companies and their employees in efficiently relocating wherever needed, leveraging our comprehensive range of U.S. business immigration services. This includes obtaining both immigrant i.e. green card and non-immigrant i.e. temporary work visas statuses, as well as offering advisory services tailored to the needs of employees and employers. In this position, you will manage multiple and challenging U.S. business immigration engagements, contributing innovative solutions and ideas for our diverse institutional clients.

Skills and attributes for success

  • Learn U.S. business immigration processing categories and requirements for each visa category.
  • On instruction from the lawyer, research current processing requirements at service centres/consulates etc.
  • Manage the lifecycle of applications including, document collection, drafting, reviewing, editing and submission of packages.
  • Collect information and documentation from HR contacts and applicants.
  • Using available resources, draft complete application packages for review by the supervising lawyer.
  • Ensure that applications are filed in a timely manner.
  • Meet with lawyers to discuss questions raised by the client and then relate information back to the HR contact/applicant.
  • Draft emails in response to queries by clients and notify them of updates to their applications.
  • Delegate appropriate work to support staff, such as: completion of forms, copying of documents, and mailing out application packages.
  • Follow up with immigration authorities on pending applications.
  • Conduct electronic data entry including billing and general client information in applicant tracking system.
  • Ensure that lawyers are at all times advised of client related issues.
  • Professional Development: may be required to attend seminars and professional development courses that are relevant to their area of specialty.

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate University Degree, College Diploma, or equivalent experience.
  • Basic knowledge of U.S business immigration preferred.
  • Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.

Ideally, you’ll also have

  • The ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment.
  • Ability to multi-task and take on a variety of projects.
  • High level of professionalism to handle sensitive and confidential information.

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

  • Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
  • Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
  • The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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Inclusiveness at EY

Inclusiveness is at the heart of who we are and how we work. We're committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world. Learn about our commitment to Inclusiveness at https://www.ey.com/en_ca/about-us/corporate-responsibility/equity

EY | Building a better working world

EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. At EY, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as one element of our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and improve the candidate experience. While AI supports us in our process, human judgment and decision-making remain integral in our candidate experience. We are committed to the responsible use of AI, and our practices are continuously reviewed and refined to ensure they align with ethical principles and regulatory requirements. To all recruitment agencies: EY does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes submitted without a prior agreement or request from our hiring team will not be considered. EY is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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