Global Employment, Immigration & Equity Compensation Associate

The People Of: Professional Services; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary merit bonus

Flexible Time Off

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage

Mental wellbeing programmes

Family and pet care benefits

Parental leave

401(k)

HSA contributions

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services is seeking a Global Employment, Immigration & Equity Compensation Associate to join its team. This role offers the chance to advise innovative technology companies and multinational employers on sophisticated cross-border employment and immigration matters.

Ideal candidates are 2nd to 4th year associates with extensive experience in U.S. employment-based immigration matters, and strong communication abilities. Competitive compensation ranging from $160,000 to $365,000 based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits including flexible time off and health coverage.

Qualifications

• 2nd–4th year associate.
• Experience responding to Requests for Evidence (RFEs).
• Global immigration experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on U.S. and global employment-based immigration matters.
• Prepare and file employment-based visa petitions including H-1B, E-3, L-1, O-1, TN, and E-2 applications.
• Guide clients through permanent residency processes.

Skills

Extensive experience advising clients on U.S. employment-based immigration matters

Experience preparing and filing a high volume of employment-based visa petitions

Proven ability to advise multinational employers on immigration matters

Strong judgment and professionalism

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Strong interpersonal skills

Experience with global employment law

Education

Membership of the California or New York Bar

Job description

Global Employment, Immigration & Equity Compensation Associate

Location: New York, NY

A leading international law firm is seeking a 2nd–4th year Associate to join its Global Employment, Immigration & Equity Compensation practice (Multiple Locations). This is an exceptional opportunity to advise innovative technology companies and multinational employers on sophisticated cross-border employment and immigration matters within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

The role offers broad exposure to corporate immigration, international employment law and equity compensation matters, with the opportunity to work directly with emerging companies and global enterprises on strategic workforce issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on U.S. and global employment-based immigration matters
• Conduct visa assessments and develop immigration strategies for corporate clients
• Prepare and file employment-based visa petitions, including H-1B, E-3, L-1, O-1, TN and E-2 applications
• Guide clients through permanent residency processes, including PERM matters
• Advise employers on employment immigration compliance and policy issues
• Counsel multinational organisations on international employment matters, including hiring, workplace policies and performance management
• Prepare comparative analyses of employment laws across multiple jurisdictions
• Support the preparation of equity compensation overviews
• Collaborate with high-growth companies and multinational employers across a variety of industries

Who You Are

• 2nd–4th year associate
• Extensive experience advising clients on U.S. employment-based immigration matters
• Experience preparing and filing a high volume of employment-based visa petitions with minimal supervision
• Experience responding to Requests for Evidence (RFEs)
• Proven ability to advise multinational employers on immigration matters
• Experience with global employment law and equity compensation matters, or a strong interest in developing these skills
• Global immigration experience is a plus
• Prior experience at a corporate immigration law firm preferred
• Strong judgement, professionalism and interpersonal skillsExcellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Member of the California or New York Bar, depending on office location

Compensation

Salary Range: $160,000 – $365,000 (DOE)

Benefits: Discretionary merit bonus, Flexible Time Off, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage, mental wellbeing programmes, family and pet care benefits, parental leave, 401(k), HSA contributions and flexible spending accounts.