Overview
Immigration Counsel Jobs in Shawnee, Kansas, USA at Garmin
Overview
We are seeking a full-time Immigration Counsel in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for leveraging legal subject matter knowledge in providing guidance on all related matters, projects, and litigation.
Essential Functions
Apply knowledge of law to advise on legal rights and obligations
Research applicable laws, regulations and rulings
Prepare/review contracts and other legal documents
Obtain/analyze all relevant information in order to advise on and provide accurate legal advice
Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with other members of the Legal Department and with members of other Garmin departments
Immigration
Review/coordinate with Human Resources on immigration eligibility documents for potential immigration cases, including green card eligibility in the EB-1, EB-2 or EB-3 preference category and H-1B, L-1A, L-1B, TN, etc. qualifications
Manage audits and responses to requests for evidence
Prepare/file documentation with respect to visa transfers and all others associated with the permanent residency process
Advise internal clients with respect to all pending/active immigration matters
Monitor/apprise the Legal Department and other business partners on relevant legislation, regulations, case law and provide proactive, strategic advice on such matters
Develop company immigration policies/procedures as well as guide their successful implementation
Provide guidance to Garmin foreign nationals and families on their non-immigrant and immigration cases
Train/supervise team members within Garmin Legal assigned to assist
Oversee outside immigration counsel
Communicate clearly/effectively on immigration requirements, government procedures, and case processing times to Human Resources, associates and business leaders
Provide immigration training and guidance to Garmin associates/managers
Assist with outreach to government/agency leaders on immigration policies/priorities
Assist with secondments and inter-company transfers
Represent Garmin and its associates in USCIS interviews
Basic Qualifications
Law Degree from an ABA accredited law school or a recognized European law school or Asian law school in the case of EMEA Counsel or Asia Counsel, respectively
For U.S. based positions, admission to the applicable state bar in the location of employment
Excellent undergraduate and law school academic record
Minimum of 1 year experience performing the essential functions of position as either an in-house attorney or private practice attorney
Demonstrate knowledge of Garmin’s business and products
Demonstrate an aptitude to learn/effectively apply legal knowledge in the business context
Demonstrate strong and effective communication skills
Demonstrate organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin’s benefit program. Details can be found here:
Garmin Benefits
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Title: Immigration Counsel
Company: Garmin
Location: Shawnee, Kansas, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Regulatory Compliance Specialist), HR/Recruitment (Regulatory Compliance Specialist)
