Coordinator - Immigration Law

KPMG LLP Canada; Montreal; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Montreal seeks a Senior Immigration Coordinator to support immigration applications and manage clerical duties. Candidates should possess strong English communication skills, excellent time management abilities, and at least two years of relevant experience. Experience with temporary residency and work permits is preferred. This role involves preparing documentation, conducting research, and providing administrative support.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in immigration-related work.
• Strong knowledge of laws and regulations relevant to immigration.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist with documentation for work permit and permanent residence applications.
• Research legal documents required for applications.
• Prepare supporting documents for application packages.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Education

College diploma or University degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

KPMG’s Immigration Law practice is looking fora Senior Immigration Coordinator, to join our Immigration Law group to support daily clerical and administrative activities.The Senior Immigration Coordinator is responsible for preparing and drafting legal arguments in support of various Canadian immigration applications and associated status and entry document applications.

This role requires an exceptional command of the English language, excellent time management & multi-tasking skills, attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and an ability to work well in a team environment.

KPMGLaw LLPis a national law firm with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary and Montreal. Our assistants work closely with the lawyers to providea superiorclient experience.KPMG Law LLPis affiliated with the professional services firm of KPMG LLP.

What you will do

• Assist with the documentation collection for work permit and permanent residence applications.
• Research the appropriate legal documents required for the application process and prepare instruction document lists accordingly.
• Assist with obtaining legal documents (birth certificates, police clearances, etc.).
• Prepare supporting documents for application packages (letters, application forms, etc.).
• Conduct all work within established time standards.
• Develop an informative communication stream with immigration administrators/lawyers.
• Any duties assigned by the Lawyer/management.

Administration:

• Ensure that all client correspondence, documents and relevant data fields are recorded in KPMG’s internal database(s).
• Assist with preparing applications.
• Respond to clients and/or vendors regarding invoice related matters.
• Prepare files for billing once the immigration process is complete.
• Filing, photocopying and mailing/courier.
• Any other administrative responsibilities as required.

What you bring to the role

• A minimum of two years of experience, ideally in temporary residency, particularly in the field of work permits.
• College diploma or University degree.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Customer service focused.
• Knowledge of billing practices and procedures an asset.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to locate and research information efficiently, to use it effectively, and to evaluate the quality of the information.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills within a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate responsibly and promote effective working relationships.
• Strong organizational and computer skills like Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

This role requires a strong working knowledge of laws and regulations in English - for Canada and abroad- as the person would be working on immigration files- for both internal and external clients across Canada

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

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 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.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.