Canadian Business Immigration LawyerRole DescriptionJoining Vialto Law means becoming part of a modern law firm that helps multinational organizations navigate the complexities of global mobility and Canadian immigration. You will work alongside a collaborative team of Canadian Business Immigration Lawyers and Business Immigration Analysts in a dynamic, high-volume environment, supported by Vialto Partners, the first tech-enabled, people-first global mobility company.
Together, we help organizations manage cross-border compliance, immigration, tax, business travel, compensation, and remote work considerations through a holistic mobility lens. We are committed to delivering exceptional client service with empathy, precision, and efficiency while helping organizations attract and retain global talent.
As a Canadian Business Immigration Lawyer, you will manage a diverse portfolio of corporate immigration matters, advising multinational organizations and foreign nationals on temporary residence, permanent residence, employer compliance, and global mobility-related immigration strategies across Canada.
What You'll DoAs a Canadian Business Immigration Lawyer, you will play a key role in delivering practical, business-focused immigration solutions to both established and emerging companies.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare and file Canadian business immigration applications, including Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs), employer compliance submissions, work permits under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) and International Mobility Program (IMP), Intra-Company Transferee applications, CUSMA work permits, and permanent residence applications.
- Manage permanent residence matters through Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), and other federal and provincial immigration pathways.
- Develop strategic immigration solutions that align with client business objectives while mitigating risk and maintaining compliance with Canadian immigration legislation and regulatory requirements.
- Advise clients on immigration policy changes, regulatory developments, and emerging trends affecting employers, foreign workers, and accompanying family members.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to multinational organizations, collaborating with immigration, mobility, tax, and compliance professionals to deliver integrated global mobility solutions.
- Leverage technology, automation, and process improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and the client experience.
- Participate in client meetings, presentations, knowledge-sharing initiatives, and mentorship activities that contribute to client success and team development.
Professional SkillsWe are looking for a lawyer who combines strong technical expertise with a practical, client-focused approach.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex immigration scenarios and develop practical, business-focused solutions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly explain legal concepts and recommendations to corporate stakeholders and foreign nationals.
- Proven ability to build trusted client relationships and deliver exceptional service in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
- Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and mentoring capabilities.
- Interest in innovation, legal technology, workflow automation, and technology-enabled service delivery.
Qualifications- Member in good standing of a Canadian provincial or territorial law society.
- Admission to the Law Society of British Columbia, or eligibility to transfer membership, is preferred.
- 6-8+ years of experience practicing Canadian business immigration law.
- Demonstrated experience handling: Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) Employer compliance matters Work permits under the International Mobility Program (IMP) and Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) Express Entry applications Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) Permanent residence applications
- Experience advising multinational employers and globally mobile workforces is strongly preferred.
- Proven ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining exceptional client service standards.
- Interest in digital innovation, legal technology, and technology-enabled service delivery.
- Bilingualism in English and French is considered an asset.
Additional InformationEmployment Type: Regular, Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Primary Office Location
1188 West Georgia Street, Suite 1180
Vancouver, BC V6E 4A2
Compensation Range: $131,000 - $202,906 CAD
Compensation is determined based on geographic location, years of relevant experience, level of education, and overall qualifications.
Please note: AI technology may be used to support aspects of the application process.
