Law Clerk - U.S Business Immigration - Multiple Cities

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Toronto; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global advisory firm in Toronto is seeking a U.S. Business Immigration Law Clerk to support companies in relocating employees. This role involves managing application processes, researching immigration requirements, and collaborating with lawyers. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills and a background in immigration law. The salary range for this position is $48,000 to $72,000 based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Support and coaching from engaging colleagues

Opportunities for skill development

Work flexibility

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of U.S business immigration preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced team environment.
• Professionalism in handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Support U.S. business immigration processing categories and requirements.
• Manage the lifecycle of applications including document collection.
• Ensure timely filing of applications.
• Follow up with immigration authorities on pending applications.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate University Degree or College Diploma

Job description

Location: Toronto

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Requisition ID: 1660326

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The opportunity

At EY Law LLP, we are continuously seeking skilled U.S. Business Immigration Law Clerks who are eager to contribute to our mission of providing integrated, high‑quality services to our clients.

U.S. Business Immigration Law Clerks support companies and their employees in efficiently relocating wherever needed by utilizing our comprehensive range of U.S. business immigration services, including assistance with immigrant, green card and non‑immigrant, temporary work visa statuses, as well as providing tailored advisory services to meet the unique needs of clients. Law Clerks manage multiple challenging engagements, bringing innovative solutions and ideas to our diverse institutional clients.

We welcome expressions of interest from individuals passionate about immigration law who are eager to grow their careers in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

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.

Additional skills

• 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 in handling sensitive and confidential information.

What we look for

We seek dedicated team players who collaborate effectively with colleagues to achieve shared goals while also managing their own workload and professional growth. We are looking for individuals with a genuine passion for immigration law and a commitment to helping organizations navigate the complexities of U.S. business immigration. If you have the confidence to advocate for clients and influence a team that supports multinational companies in their immigration needs, this role is for you.

What we offer

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high‑performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• 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

The salary range for this job in British Columbia is $48,000 to $72,000. Individual salaries within this range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and work location city.

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