Business Immigration Consultant

Min 4 yrs required

Full-time

No

Fragomen, an AmLaw 100 firm and the leading global immigration services provider, is looking to hire an experienced Business Immigration Consultant (Experienced Paralegal) for our Houston, TX office. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of employment-based immigration matters for a diverse client base, while also providing training, development, and long-term growth opportunities. As a Business Immigration Consultant, you will play a critical role in Fragomen's mission to provide world-class immigration services to our clients.

Job Title: Business Immigration Consultant (Experienced Paralegal)
Location: Houston, TX
Time Type: Full time
Job Requisition ID: REQ-020053

About Fragomen:

- Fragomen is a global immigration law firm that specializes in providing business immigration services to clients.
- Our exclusive focus on immigration allows us to provide exceptional services and solutions to our clients.
- We have a team of passionate and dedicated professionals who are experts in their field and are committed to providing top-notch client service.
- Our firm is known for its industry-leading technology solutions that help our clients navigate the complex world of global immigration.

Job Description:

As a Business Immigration Consultant at Fragomen, you will have the opportunity to work in an exciting, dynamic, and challenging environment with people who are passionate about immigration. You will play a key role in providing world-class client service and utilizing cutting-edge technology to help our clients achieve their immigration goals. Your responsibilities will include:

- Performing more substantive and client-facing work than a typical Paralegal in a law firm setting, including specialized tasks related to employment-based immigration matters
- Independently preparing and filing petitions with government agencies, such as gathering and reviewing necessary documents, drafting cases, and analyzing cases
- Overseeing case progress and status through the use of case management and billing systems
- Working with clients to troubleshoot issues, establish case strategy, and recommend solutions and process improvements
- Communicating with foreign nationals and clients to provide updates on case status and address inquiries
- Meeting deadlines and adhering to Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
- Assisting in the hiring and training of new team members and identifying ways to improve team productivity
- Staying up-to-date on changes to immigration policies and incorporating them into processes
- Utilizing case management and other reporting tools and technologies to manage information
- Contributing to team and individual productivity goals
- Following firm standards and policies to ensure compliance with regulations and client requirements
- Demonstrating a continuous improvement mindset and seeking opportunities to improve processes, products, or services.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree, Paralegal certification, or experience in a customer-facing or client service-oriented role
- At least 4 years of experience in business immigration, preferably as a paralegal
- Strong knowledge of procedural requirements for various types of nonimmigrant and immigrant visas and client processes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft documents, proofread, and avoid grammatical mistakes without the use of AI engines
- Experience using computer systems, such as MS Word and Excel
- Desire to contribute to a positive work environment, collaborate effectively, and promote teamwork

Benefits:

At Fragomen, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

- 22 PTO days and Federal holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, as well as FSA and HSA plans
- 401K plan with company matching

About Fragomen:

- Fragomen is an AmLaw 100 firm and the leading global immigration services provider
- We are dedicated to providing world-class immigration services to our clients
- Our team is comprised of passionate and experienced professionals who are experts in their field
- Our firm is known for its industry-leading technology solutions that help our clients navigate the complex world of global immigration

Join the Fragomen team and make an impact as a Business Immigration Consultant (Experienced Paralegal) in our Houston office. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work with a diverse and global client base. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to grow and develop your career at Fragomen. Apply now!

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22 PTO days + Federal holidays, Medical, Dental, and Vision plans + FSA & HSA Plans, 401K plan with company matching

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Client Service, Case Management, Document Review, Case Analysis, Case Drafting, Proactive Communication, Team Leadership, Risk Mitigation, Data Privacy, Quality Improvement

Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree, Paralegal certification or relevant experience

Interested candidates should apply through the company's website or online job portal.

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree, Paralegal certification or experience in a customer facing or client service-oriented role

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