Senior Business Immigration Associate

Fragomen; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 PTO days + Federal holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401K plan

Job summary

Fragomen seeks a Senior Business Immigration Associate in Phoenix to lead complex corporate immigration matters for a diverse client base. The role emphasizes strategic advisory, client relationship management, and mentoring junior staff within a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates will hold a US JD or LLM, be admitted to a US state bar, and possess 8+ years of Associate-level experience in immigration law, with a track record of delivering exceptional client service and robust relationship

Qualifications

• US JD or LLM required with bar admission in a US state.
• Strong communication and client-management skills essential.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage complex immigration matters.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of high-profile immigration clients.
• Lead end-to-end immigration matters from intake to completion.
• Develop strategic plans and provide senior-level guidance to clients.
• Mentor and supervise Associate staff and junior team members.
• Ensure compliance with firm policies and quality standards.

Skills

Client relationship

Legal analysis

Strategic advising

Team leadership

Education

US JD or LLM

Bar admission (US state)

Tools

Legal research databases

Job description

## Senior Business Immigration AssociateApplylocations: US-Phoenixtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: REQ-026215**Job Description****About the Role:** A career as a Senior Associate at Fragomen gives you the opportunity to work with a smart, motivated, and diverse peer group. Our exclusive focus on immigration means you will practice in an exciting, dynamic, and challenging environment with talented individuals who share your passion for immigration. Working in a collegial, team-oriented environment, Fragomen Associates learn from the industry's leading experts. Our unwavering dedication to excellence and industry best practices is bolstered by cutting-edge technological innovation, enhancing the experience for both our clients and our exceptional staff.****How will you make a difference as a Senior Associate at Fragomen?***** Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the broader implications of business immigration legal points, including the potential shifts and developments in legal issues and precedents.* Display strategic business immigration knowledge, assuming the role of a strategic advisor to senior-level clients.* As a key account manager, oversee a portfolio of high-profile clients and manage the quality and risk associated with new and existing business relationships.* Manage projects and immigration cases from end to end and take the lead on major client issues.* Allocate resources and responsibilities to ensure successful completion of projects, monitor and measure performance to ensure high quality and growth.* Develop and implement strategic plans to maintain and strengthen relationships with clients within the team, office, and more broadly in collaboration with colleagues regionally and globally.* Anticipate market and regulatory changes and provide market intelligence to team and clients as a recognized technical expert both internally and externally.* Lead the continuous improvement process for direct and/or indirect team, including seeking out and implementing opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and standardization of processes, products, or services.* Proactively identify and take part in business development opportunities and develop significant new business through client relationship building.* Manage or collaborate on pitch meetings, RFPs, etc., hold prep and debrief meetings and participate in client presentations.* Provide team-wide leadership and directly or indirectly supervise Associates and other staff, providing mentoring, coaching, and performance management.* Ensure self and team follow firm protocols with respect to file maintenance, record keeping and use of firm's systems including data quality in Connect and other firm technology.* Proactively develop a network of relationships with colleagues within different teams locally, regionally, and firmwide.* Ensure self and team follow documented firm standards and policy to mitigate risk and ensure regulatory, operational and client compliance.* Other duties as required.****Leverage your valuable skills and experience to make an impact at Fragomen:***** U.S. JD or LLM required* Member of a US State bar or Washington DC bar association* 8+ years of experience at Associate level* Acknowledged as an expert in immigration law* Prior team management experience strongly preferred* Excellent verbal and written communication skills* Dedication to exceptional client service* Demonstrated attention to detail* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills* Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with competing demands* Ability to contribute to a positive work environment**Benefits:**At Fragomen, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits which includes:* 27 PTO days + Federal holidays* Medical, Dental, and Vision plans + FSA & HSA Plans* 401K plan**Learn More About Fragomen:**Please take time to read *About Us*, explore the *Meaningful and Impactful Work* we do for our clients, and review the standard *Benefits* we offer. You can find all the material to the right of this page.*All offers and/or employment contracts are contingent upon the successful completion of the Firm’s pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate’s identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position’s location, and conducting a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations. We use limited AI‐assisted tools for administrative screening purposes only - never for decision‐making. All hiring decisions are made by people. Applicants may have rights to information and explanations regarding the use of such tools, or request human review, as required by applicable regional laws.*### About UsFragomen is the leading global immigration law firm with more than 6,000 professionals in nearly 70 offices across the Americas, EMEA and Asia Pacific, delivering services in over 170 countries. Ranked on both the Am Law 100 and Am Law Global 100, the firm is widely recognized for its leadership in immigration law and commitment to fostering a culture where diverse attorneys thrive and all individuals have equal opportunities to succeed.Fragomen helps corporations and individuals navigate the complexities of global mobility and provides end-to-end support across the immigration lifecycle, from strategic planning and policy design to compliance, government investigations, litigation and more. The firm combines legal acumen and advanced digital capabilities to simplify global mobility and deliver smarter, faster and more adaptive solutions via a suite of technology brands—including Nomadic, its business travel platform that enables real-time compliance, WorkRight, its multi-jurisdictional employment verification software and Simple Citizen, a digital solution designed to streamline the pathway to US citizenship.With a global presence, multidisciplinary approach and investment in technology, Fragomen is uniquely positioned to address today’s immigration challenges and shape the future of workforce mobility. Fragomen is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, heritage, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or intersex status.### Meaningful and Impactful Work**At** **Fragomen****, we do meaningful and impactful work for our clients and put a focus on our Responsible Business Practices:*** **#LifeAtFragomen**: We drive innovation and change. We respect colleagues, embrace diversity, and empower others.* **#FragomenForward:** At Fragomen, pursuing an equal, diverse, and inclusive workforce goes beyond a policy. It’s part of our DNA—and always has been. Year after year, we are recognized as leaders in diversity in our industry.* **Giving Back.** We have a deep history of giving back to the communities where we live and work—and we continue that mission today. Serving the less fortunate by providing advice and community support where it is most needed allows us to help immigrants secure a better future for themselves and their families.* **Corporate Social Responsibility**. We believe there is more to success in business than generating profit—we want to do well by doing good. We are committed to considering the impact that our business decisions have on our people, our planet, the communities in which we work and our clients.* **Sustainability****.** Fragomen is focused on sustainability in our business operations and practices—and we know there is much work to be done, with countless opportunities available to minimize our impact on the environment* **Well-being.** We are committed to implementing firmwide initiatives that support the health and wellness of our people, including programs to address work-life balance and benefits that cover a wide range of well-being needs of all employees.### #FragomenWorks* Our **#FragomenWorks** program provides the ability to be successful at home or in the office, via Hybrid & Remote work arrangements.* Our **Feedback Works** process includes three managerial check-ins per year to help you progress in your career.* Unique learning programs like: Fragomen Academy, Leadership Academy, Practical Management Academy, and Regional Development Conferences.