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Global Immigration and Mobility Legal Professional
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Description & Requirements
Description & Requirements
The Global Immigration and Mobility Legal Professional, Alternative Legal Services will support the execution of client billable work and project assignments from the North America Global Immigration and Mobility (“GIM”) team, part of the Firm’s Employment & Compensation ("E&C") practice, assisting with the delivery of projects to various Baker McKenzie offices around the globe.
Main Responsibilities:
- Work with the North America GIM team
- Discharge client assignments as defined by the GIM partners and associates, with a focus on assignments involving employment-based immigration
- Assist with editing and maintenance of billable and complimentary knowledge management tools published by the E&C group
- Conduct billable projects, working individually or within teams
- Draft and prepare employment-based filings (e.g. H-1B, L-1, I-140 and PERM Petitions)
- Communicate with the instructing team, other internal Baker McKenzie teams and relevant third parties (where appropriate) throughout the duration of billable projects
- Compile appropriate documentation/forms/filings regarding client matters
- Ensure own compliance with the Firm's time recording requirements on projects
Skills and Experience:
- A Law graduate (2:1 or above) with a minimum of 3 A-levels (B grades and above) or equivalent and a strong academic background
- Experience in U.S. Immigration law, with law firm experience preferred
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands
- Able to analyse, compose and proofread draft materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and experience with online document management platforms (e.g. iManage)
- Excellent organisational English writing and communication skills
- Able to work well in both a team and individually
- Keen to develop and use initiative
- Strong work ethic and an enthusiasm for a fast-paced legal environment
- Must demonstrate a high degree of responsibility and dedication
Reports to: Alternative Legal Services (ALS) GIM Team
About us
Baker McKenzie empowers clients to compete in the global economy. We provide comprehensive and practical legal advice that cuts through complexity with clear, actionable guidance. Our people represent diverse cultures and jurisdictions, combining local know-how with international expertise to ensure your business thrives across borders.
Additional Information
Baker McKenzie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all. Our unique international culture is reflected in the drawing together of a worldwide family of individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in all of our offices. We encourage the best people - regardless of race, religion or belief if any, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or age - to fulfill their professional aspirations with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates.
Requisition ID: 3431
Posting Date: 07-Sep-2026
Location Type: Hybrid
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time