Internal Counsel - Immigration & Employment Law

Keller North America, Inc.

$113K — $137K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
  • Licensed to practice in any U.S. state, multi-jurisdiction preferred.
  • 5+ years in immigration law, ideally in construction or engineering.
  • 3+ years in employment law, ideally in construction or engineering.
  • Strong grasp of employment-based immigration compliance requirements.
  • Experience with employment litigation and regulatory compliance.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

  • Independently manage corporate immigration matters, including H-1B and PERM visas.
  • Liaise with agencies like USCIS and DOL on immigration issues.
  • Prepare and review immigration documents including applications and petitions.
  • Advise HR on visa sponsorship and compliance matters.
  • Ensure adherence to all immigration laws and regulations.
  • Maintain records and report immigration compliance metrics.
  • Assist in employment law issues, including disputes with regulatory agencies.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with matching contributions.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • Life insurance provisions.
  • Generous paid time off (PTO).
  • Holiday pay included.
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Responsibilities

  • Immigration Law:
    • Independently manage all corporate immigration matters, including H-1B, L-1, PERM, and other employment-based visas.
    • Liaise with government agencies, such as USCIS, DOL, and DOS, on immigration matters.
    • Prepare and review immigration-related documents, including petitions, applications, and supporting documentation.
    • Advise HR and management on visa sponsorship, employment authorization, and I-9 compliance.
    • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and international immigration laws and regulations.
    • Maintain accurate records and reporting related to immigration compliance.
    • Process USCIS filings, USCIS document processing, and PERM job postings, assist with daily admin questions, and review work product to ensure legal accuracy and quality.

    Employment & Labor Law Assistance:
    • Assist in providing legal counsel on employment matters, including wage and hour laws, discrimination, harassment, employee classification, and workplace safety.
    • Support HR in drafting, reviewing, and updating employment policies, contracts, handbooks, and compliance-related documentation.
    • Advise HR on terminations, layoffs, severance agreements, and employee relations issues to mitigate legal risks.
    • Assist in handling employment-related disputes and claims before regulatory agencies such as the EEOC, DOL, and OSHA.
    • Monitor changes in employment and labor laws and provide proactive guidance to ensure company compliance.


Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Licensed to practice law in any state within the US, with preference for multi-jurisdictional licensing.
  • 5+ years of experience in immigration law, preferably within the construction or engineering industry.
  • 3+ years of experience in employment law, preferably within the construction or engineering industry.
  • Strong understanding of employment-based immigration processes and compliance requirements.
  • Experience handling employment litigation and regulatory compliance.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with HR, operations, and executive leadership.


  • Preferred Qualifications:
    • Experience in the geotechnical, construction, or engineering industry.
    • Familiarity with OSHA regulations and labor union laws.
    • Previous in-house counsel experience.


Additional Information

Salary Range: $113,500-137,500

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including relevant internal and external experience, knowledge, skills, scope of job, geographical location or other factors permitted by law

Benefits:
  • 401(k) + matching
  • Health, Dental, Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Holiday Pay


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