Business Immigration Associate (5-7 years)

Fragomen•Valley, AL

6d•$175,000 - $218,000•Hybrid

About The Position

A career as a Business Immigration Associate at Fragomen offers the opportunity to work with a smart, motivated, and diverse peer group in an exciting, dynamic, and challenging environment focused exclusively on immigration. Associates learn from industry leaders in a collegial, team-oriented setting, supported by cutting-edge technology that enhances client and staff experience. The role involves building and maintaining strong client relationships, formulating complex immigration strategies, advising clients at middle and senior management levels, and serving as a business advisor with a deep understanding of immigration law, client industries, and associated risks. Associates are expected to gain in-depth expertise in sector-specific issues, ensure adherence to firm protocols for file maintenance and system usage, research complex immigration issues, and independently execute case preparation and filing. The position also involves identifying revenue opportunities, supervising and mentoring staff, leading continuous improvement initiatives, supporting client proposals and pitches, and participating in marketing and business development. Fostering collaboration across teams and ensuring compliance with firm standards and policies are key aspects of the role. Other duties as required.

Requirements

U.S. JD or LLM required
Member of a US State bar or Washington DC bar association
5-8 years of experience at Associate level
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of immigration law
Prior team management experience strongly preferred
Excellent written and verbal 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

Responsibilities

Build, strengthen, and maintain strong client relationships with key stakeholders in client accounts, as well as Partners and other relevant stakeholders.
Formulate immigration strategies for intricate matters, demonstrating the capacity to present well-structured and concise arguments.
Engage with clients at middle and senior management levels, offering counsel and consultation as necessary.
Serve as a business advisor, demonstrating a keen grasp of the client, the industry, and the associated risks.
Acquire in-depth expertise in sector-specific issues and effectively apply this knowledge to address and resolve client scenarios.
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.
Research complex technical immigration issues and formulate solutions, including completion of appropriate documentation.
Independently execute case preparation and filing and develop strategies for complex matters.
Identify and capitalize on revenue opportunities by exploring new business initiatives and by recognizing potential growth avenues within the team’s existing client base.
Directly or indirectly supervise Associates and other staff, providing mentoring, coaching, and performance management.
Lead the continuous improvement process, including seeking out and implementing opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and standardization of processes, products, or services.
Support Partners/senior team members on client proposals and pitches, practice area business plans, and leading or taking part in RFPs where appropriate.
Proactively identify and take part in marketing and business development opportunities.
Foster a culture of collaboration across 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.