Description
We are seeking a Business Immigration Consultant to join our team at Fragomen. As a Business Immigration Consultant, you will make an immediate impact on our business and have opportunities for training, development, and long-term growth.
Responsibilities:
- Perform substantive and client-facing work in employment-based immigration matters, including case preparation and filing of petitions with government agencies
- Independently perform tasks related to case preparation and filing of petitions
- Oversee status of cases and assist with review of cases
- Work with clients to perform intake of cases, troubleshoot issues, and establish case strategy
- Generate clear and well-organized written work product demonstrating accurate application of immigration knowledge and problem-solving skills
- Proactively communicate with foreign nationals and client contacts regarding case status or general inquiries
- Meet assigned deadlines and communicate case progress, status, and escalations to supervisor
- Assist in hiring and training of new team members and identify ways to improve team productivity and office-wide projects
- Recognize changes to immigration policy and work with leadership to incorporate changes into processes
- Be fluent with case management and other reporting tools and technologies
- Understand and contribute to team and individual productivity goals
- Follow documented firm standards and policies to mitigate risk and ensure regulatory, operational, and client compliance
- Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset and look for opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and standardization
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree, Paralegal certification, or experience in a customer-facing or client service-oriented role
- At least 4 years of business immigration experience (i.e., paralegal)
- Strong knowledge of procedural requirements for various types of nonimmigrant and immigrant visas and client processes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience using various computer systems, including MS Word and Excel
- Desire to contribute to a positive work environment and effectively collaborate and promote teamwork
Benefits:
- 22 PTO days + Federal holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plans + FSA & HSA Plans
- 401K plan, with company matching