Business Immigration Associate

Page Executive; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Page Executive is seeking a Business Immigration Associate to advise multinational and corporate clients on NIV, IV, and PERM matters, with a focus on high-volume casework and strategic workforce mobility. You will counsel clients, prepare and file NIV petitions (H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, E-2), handle PERM labor certifications, I-140s, and status adjustments, and collaborate with HR and in-house teams.

The role offers exposure to cross-border transactions and ongoing professional development within a

Qualifications

• 3-6+ years of high-volume business immigration experience at a law firm.
• Significant experience handling PERM, NIV, and IV matters from initiation through completion.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. employment-based immigration laws and regulations.
• Excellent drafting, client management, and project management skills.
• Experience managing sophisticated corporate immigration programs for multinational employers.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad range of employment-based immigration matters, including IV, NIV, and PERM labor certifications.
• Counsel multinational, corporate, and individual clients on U.S. immigration strategies and compliance requirements.
• Prepare and file NIV petitions, including H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, E-2, and other employment-based visa classifications.
• Handle all aspects of employment-based immigrant visa matters, including PERM certifications, I-140 petitions, and adjust status.
• Advise clients on case strategy, eligibility assessments, and complex immigration issues affecting foreign national employees.
• Draft and review immigration filings, legal support letters, RFEs, and other submissions to U.S. immigration agencies.
• Partner with HR, mobility, talent acquisition, and in-house legal teams to support workforce planning and international mobility initiatives.
• Conduct legal research and provide guidance on evolving immigration laws, regulations, and agency policies.
• Manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining client service and attention to detail.
• Assist with immigration compliance matters, including I-9 audits and related regulatory obligations.
• Mentor and oversee paralegals and support staff in immigration matters.
• Build and maintain client relationships as a trusted advisor on business immigration and global mobility.

Skills

Immigration experience

IV/NIV knowledge

Drafting skills

Client management

Project management

Cross-border practice

Job description

Business Immigration Associate advising multinational and corporate clients on a wide range of employment-based immigration matters, including nonimmigrant visas (NIV), immigrant visas (IV), and PERM labor certifications. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex casework, provide strategic immigration counsel, and collaborate with sophisticated clients on workforce mobility, compliance, and talent acquisition initiatives.

Client Details

Law firm.

Description

• Manage a broad range of employment-based immigration matters, including immigrant visa (IV), nonimmigrant visa (NIV), and PERM labor certification cases.
• Counsel multinational, corporate, and individual clients on U.S. business immigration strategies and compliance requirements.
• Prepare and file NIV petitions, including H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, E-2, and other employment-based visa classifications.
• Handle all aspects of employment-based immigrant visa matters, including PERM labor certifications, I-140 immigrant petitions, and adjustment of status applications.
• Advise clients on case strategy, eligibility assessments, and complex immigration issues affecting foreign national employees.
• Draft and review immigration filings, legal support letters, responses to requests for evidence (RFEs), and other submissions to U.S. immigration agencies.
• Partner closely with human resources, mobility, talent acquisition, and in-house legal teams to support workforce planning and international mobility initiatives.
• Conduct legal research and provide guidance on evolving immigration laws, regulations, and agency policies.
• Manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining exceptional client service and attention to detail.
• Assist with immigration compliance matters, including I-9 audits, public access files, prevailing wage requirements, and related regulatory obligations.
• Mentor and oversee paralegals and support staff in the preparation and management of immigration matters.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by serving as a trusted advisor on business immigration and global mobility issues.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups to support cross-border transactions, corporate restructurings, mergers and acquisitions, and other business initiatives with immigration implications.
• Participate in business development efforts, client presentations, and thought leadership initiatives related to employment-based immigration law.

Profile

A successful Business Immigration Associate should have:

• 3-6+ years of high volume business immigration experience at a law firm.
• Significant experience handling PERM, NIV, and IV matters from initiation through completion.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. employment-based immigration laws and regulations.
• Excellent drafting, client management, and project management skills.
• Experience managing sophisticated corporate immigration programs for multinational employers.

Job Offer

• Contract to hire role.
• NYC based position.
• Competitive rate and compensation package.

Desired Skills and Experience

Business Immigration, PERM, IV, NIV

Page Executive is the global executive search, senior leadership recruitment, and executive advisory arm of PageGroup plc.

PageGroup PLC was established in the United Kingdom in 1976. With over 45 years of experience, PageGroup is a globally recognized leader in professional recruitment.

Operating across 36 markets with more than 130 offices, our expertise spans multiple industries and job functions. We provide tailored recruitment solutions through four distinct brands.