Immigration Paralegal

What Youll Do

As an Immigration Paralegal you will:

• Manage immigration files from initial intake through completion ensuring deadlines requirements and client expectations are met.
• Prepare review and coordinate immigration applications and supporting documentation including:
  • Work permits
  • Intra-Company Transfers (ICTs)
  • Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs)
  • CUSMA applications
  • Business visitor and visitor visa applications
  • Permanent residence applications
  • Citizenship-related matters
• Draft forms submission letters correspondence and supporting materials for lawyer review.
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information obtain supporting documentation provide updates and guide them through application processes.
• Liaise with government agencies including Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).
• Maintain accurate records using immigration case management technology and firm systems.
• Conduct immigration-related legal and procedural research to support client matters.
• Collaborate with lawyers and team members across offices to deliver timely high-quality legal support and client service.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives knowledge sharing and best practices within the Immigration Practice.

What You Bring to the Team

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A Paralegal Legal Administration or related diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience supporting immigration matters or working in a legal regulatory professional services or client-service environment.
• Knowledge of Canadian immigration processes and documentation requirements or the ability to develop this expertise quickly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Sound judgment professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information.
• A client-focused mindset and the ability to build positive working relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and an aptitude for learning new technology and case management systems.

Immigration experience is considered an asset; however we welcome applications from candidates with strong legal regulatory professional services or client-service backgrounds who are eager to develop expertise in this growing area of practice.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position is $47000 to $70500 annually. Individual compensation is determined based on the successful candidates experience qualifications skills and other relevant factors.

About MC

McInnes Cooper is a solutions-driven Canadian law firm and member of Lex Mundi the worlds leading network of independent law firms. Providing strategic counsel to industry-leading clients from Canada and abroad the firm has continued to thrive for over 160 years through its relentless focus on client success talent engagement and innovation.

A certified Great Place to Work McInnes Cooper has an integrated team of over 220 lawyers and 250 professional resources and offers clients a full range of legal services across eight offices in Charlottetown Fredericton Halifax Moncton Saint John St. Johns Sydney and Toronto.

Our People

At McInnes Cooper you will find a team that values you. We recognize that our members are key in delivering outstanding client service and we provide a collaborative professional environment with a member focused culture. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values respects and supports different perspectives cultures and experiences.

Diversity & Inclusion

We recognize that our individual differences make us a stronger more adaptable law firm. We embrace these differences and give all of our members the opportunity to develop their unique skills and talents.

Collective Social Responsibility

We are recognized as a leader and innovator amongst Canadian law firms in the field of Collective Social Responsibility. Our people are concerned citizens who enjoy giving back. Together we focus on developing ongoing partnerships with community organizations that do amazing work often despite limited resources and public awareness. As a firm we have the ability to respond with contributions of time and monetary support and our people give generously of their skills and effort.

Pro Bono Legal Services

Through our Pro Bono Program we provide legal counsel to disadvantaged people and organizations that have difficulty gaining access to justice on matters of public interest.

Environmental Stewardship

Like any large organization our operations leave a footprint on the environment. From paper use and waste production to transportation and energy consumption we continually look for opportunities to minimize that impact.

Why Join McInnes Cooper

McInnes Cooper is one of Canadas leading business law firms known for innovative legal solutions and a collaborative inclusive and genuinely supportive culture. When you join McInnes Cooper youll benefit from:

• Meaningful work with experienced lawyers and legal professionals at a nationally respected firm.
• A collaborative environment where your contributions and ideas are valued.
• A flexible modern workplace that supports well-being learning and professional growth.
• Opportunities to collaborate across offices and practice groups.
• A Great Place to Work committed to inclusion wellness and community engagement.

At McInnes Cooper youll find more than a job. Youll find challenging and rewarding work opportunities to grow and a community of people who genuinely care about each other our clients and the communities we serve.

Our team members enjoy access to:

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan;
• Firm-paid health and dental benefits plus Health and Personal (Wellness) Spending Accounts;
• Commuting allowance;
• Vacation personal volunteer and sick time;
• Hybrid and flexible work options for many team members;
• Professional development and employee wellness initiatives; and
• Diversity equity and inclusion programs with community and volunteer opportunities