Overview:
You’ve got big plans. We have opportunities to match, and we’re committed to empowering you to become a better you, no matter what you do.
When you join KPMG you’ll be one of over 219,000 professionals providing audit, tax, advisory and business enablement services across 147 countries.
With the support to do things differently, grow personally and professionally and bring your whole self to work, there’s no limit to the impact you can make. Let’s do this.
About the team:
KPMG’s Immigration Law practice is looking for an Attorney (NIV), to join our US Immigration Law group. You will be part of a busy, fast-paced and ever-changing environment. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who enjoys a team work environment with client contact. The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, strong attention to detail, and organizational skills, with a desire to work in and promote a client first focused culture.
KPMG Law LLP is a national law firm with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary and Montreal. KPMG Law LLP is affiliated with the professional services firm of KPMG LLP. Since our approach is to be an integrated multidisciplinary firm, our team of lawyers work closely with accountants on client engagements in other tax practice areas.
To learn more about KPMG Law LLP visit our website here.
What you will do:
Independently and effectively manage a high volume of corporate immigration cases under strict deadlines
Supervise a team of support staff, including Administrators and Coordinators
Provide timely, comprehensive, and strategic legal counsel related to NIV
Develop and maintain client relationships
Track cases in progress to monitor for timing issues and overall client satisfaction
Conduct legal research and draft advisory opinions
Notify clients of changes in immigration law and draft alerts for publication
Stay current with changes in immigration law
Participate in speaking engagements and other thought leadership opportunities
Demonstrable business development and involvement in RFP processes
Responsible for providing support and coaching to more junior team members
What you bring to this role:
Law degree from an accredited institution
Called to a US Bar and in good standing
At least 2 years of experience with high-volume business immigration, including experience with B-1, H-1B, L-1, TN, I-140, and I-485 applications
PERM experience is an asset
Strong technical knowledge and legal writing skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience using legal case management software
Keys to your success:
Outstanding communication, research, and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high volume environment
Learn more about where a career at KPMG can take you.
All applicants must include post-secondary transcripts (official or unofficial) from law school and their undergraduate studies. If you do not have access to an electronic copy of your transcript, we ask that you attach a screenshot of your grades from your school’s website. For an easy application process, please combine all documents into one PDF file.
Our Values, The KPMG Way:
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters
KPMG is committed to the health and safety of our people, clients and communities. With this commitment in mind, KPMG complies with all public health mandates (provincially and/or federally, as applicable) and has implemented various safety measures, including a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. KPMG's COVID 19 Vaccination Policy requires all employees to be fully vaccinated if they wish to or are required to attend a KPMG office in the course of their duties.
As this role requires occasional or consistent attendance at a KPMG office, the successful candidate must be fully vaccinated (i.e. have received all doses that are recommended by Health Canada, including any boosters) and must provide KPMG with proof of vaccination. KPMG will provide reasonable accommodation if the successful candidate cannot be vaccinated due to grounds protected by human rights legislation in their province of employment.
KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.
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