Senior Associate - Immigration Specialist

Why Join Us

Are you inspired to grow your career at one of India's Top 25 Best Workplaces in IT industry Do you want to do the best work of your life at one of the fastest growing IT services companies Do you aspire to thrive in an award-winning work culture that values your talent and career aspirations It's happening right here at Iris Software.

About Iris Software

At Iris Software, our vision is to be our client's most trusted technology partner, and the first choice for the industry's top professionals to realize their full potential. With over 4,300 associates across India, U.S.A, and Canada, we help our enterprise clients thrive with technology-enabled transformation across financial services, healthcare, transportation & logistics, and professional services.

Our work covers complex, mission-critical applications with the latest technologies, such as high-value complex Application & Product Engineering, Data & Analytics, Cloud, DevOps, Data & MLOps, Quality Engineering, and Business Automation.

Working at Iris

Be valued, be inspired, be your best.

At Iris Software, we invest in and create a culture where colleagues feel valued, can explore their potential, and have opportunities to grow.

Our employee value proposition (EVP) is about 'Being Your Best' – as a professional and person. It is about being challenged by work that inspires us, being empowered to excel and grow in your career, and being part of a culture where talent is valued. We're a place where everyone can discover and be their best version.

Job Description

• Maintain H1B petitions including annual H-1B CAP, extensions of current visas and transfer petitions for new employees.
• Prepare in-house documents and petitions for other visas including but not limited to F-1, L1, and dependent visas (H4, L2 etc).
• Have ability to lead immigration process from start to finish, working with non-immigrant & immigrant Visa applications and processes (H1-B, H-4, L-1, TN, and EB non-immigrant petitions, RFE, etc.), EAD renewals of employees and dependents.
• Maintain Public Access Files ensuring compliance, documentation and execution of immigration policies and procedures.
• Experience of handling FDNS site visits, PAF, DOL audits.
• Consultation :
• Assessing employee's eligibility for Intra-Company Transfers (ICT) and other work permits in Canada.
• Providing initial consultations to clients regarding their options for bringing employees to Canada through ICT and other programs.
• Intra-Company Transfers (ICT) :
• Managing the process of transferring employees from a foreign office to a Canadian office of the same company.
• Advising employees on the requirements and documentation needed for ICT applications.
• Assisting with the preparation and submission of ICT applications to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
• Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIA) :
• Assisting in obtaining LMIA approval to hire foreign workers for positions where there are no qualified Canadian workers available.
• Advising on the LMIA application process, including advertising requirements and application submission.
• Assisting with the preparation and submission of LMIA applications to Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).
• Work Permits :
• Assisting clients in obtaining work permits for foreign workers in Canada, including open work permits and employer-specific ICT work permit.
• Advising clients on the eligibility criteria, documentation requirements, and application process for various types of work permits.
• Document Preparation and Review :
• Assisting employees in preparing and reviewing required immigration documents, including work permit applications, LMIA applications, and supporting documentation.
• Ensuring that all required documents are accurately completed and submitted in a timely manner.
• Case Management :
• Managing multiple immigration cases simultaneously, particularly those related to ICT, LMIA, and work permits.
• Keeping stakeholders informed about the progress of their applications and any changes in immigration laws or policies that may affect their case.
• Legal Research :
• Staying up-to-date with changes in Canadian immigration laws, policies, and procedures related to ICT, LMIA, and work permits.
• Conducting legal research to support immigration cases in these specific areas.
• Compliance :
• Ensuring that all immigration activities comply with Canadian immigration laws and regulations, particularly those related to ICT, LMIA, and work permits.
• Maintaining confidentiality and privacy of client information.
• Administrative Tasks :
• Maintaining accurate records of client interactions and case details, particularly those related to ICT, LMIA, and work permits.
• Handling administrative tasks related to client files, such as organizing documents and correspondence.

Mandatory Competencies

Perks And Benefits For Irisians

At Iris Software, we offer world-class benefits designed to support the financial, health and well-being needs of our associates to help achieve harmony between their professional and personal growth. From comprehensive health insurance and competitive salaries to flexible work arrangements and ongoing learning opportunities, we're committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Join us and experience the difference of working at a company that values its employees' success and happiness.

Skills Required

Legal Research, Compliance