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About the Role

KPMG Law LLP is seeking an Immigration Associate (Permanent Residence) to join its Canadian Immigration Law group. This role involves managing corporate immigration cases, providing legal counsel, and developing client relationships in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Independently and effectively manage a high volume of corporate immigration cases under strict deadlines
• Supervise a team of support staff, including Administrators and Coordinators
• Provide timely, comprehensive, and strategic legal counsel related to Permanent Residence matters
• Develop and maintain client relationships
• Track cases in progress to monitor for timing issues and overall client satisfaction
• Conduct legal research and draft advisory opinions
• Notify clients of changes in immigration law and draft alerts for publication
• Stay current with changes in immigration law
• Participate in speaking engagements and other thought leadership opportunities
• Responsible for providing support and coaching to more junior team members

Requirements

• Called to the Bar and in good standing with the Law Society
• At least three years of experience with Permanent Residence cases, with a preference for some Quebec Permanent Residence experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a preference for French written and oral communication skills
• Legal writing skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Skills

• Permanent Residence case management
• Legal counsel
• Client relationship management
• Legal research
• Legal writing
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Microsoft Word proficiency
• Microsoft Excel proficiency

Location

• Canada

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 3+ years of experience

Education Level

• Called to the Bar

Salary/Compensations

• $130,000 to $150,000

Benefits

• Bonus awards
• Comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program

About the Company

• KPMG in Canada is a national law firm affiliated with KPMG LLP, with offices in major markets across Canada.
• As an integrated, multidisciplinary firm, our lawyers work closely with tax, advisory, and other professionals on complex client engagements across a broad range of legal and tax-related practice areas.
• Our Values, The KPMG Way: Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters.

Equal Opportunity

• KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential.
• A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work.
• We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.
• Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
• At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel.
• We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best.
• Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements.
• You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process.
• If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.