Sr. Legal Specialist, Immigration

Job Summary

Acts as a primary organization-wide contact and subject matter expert for immigration-related regulatory, policies and/or processes and procedures; takes the lead role in consultation and education for business units.  For regulatory processes, interacts with applicable state or federal agencies; identifies, prepares and submits complex documents and forms; takes a lead role in ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.  For policies, acts as the subject matter expert for the policies process and in that capacity leads education, training and communication on policy making process including proactive review. Identifies and initiates complex legal projects that impact client and legal department processes that are of a high level of importance to the organization.  Possesses and applies specialized expertise in relevant subject matter to support client and legal department needs.  Takes the lead on analyzing, interpreting, and responding to client requests, recommends direction, coordinates and implements process change, and identifies client education and process improvement needs and provides education to promote efficiencies and standard work in area of responsibility. Regularly provides oversight, guidance and training to team members. Carries out job duties in a confidential and professional manner. 

Essential Functions

• Prepare and file well-documented, well-presented immigration petitions (H-1Bs, O-1s, TNs, PERMs, I-140s, etc.).
• Conduct research and write technical, detailed support letters in support of immigration filings.
• Draft and file DHS/USCIS/DOL applications and forms, supporting documents, and cover letters.
• Improve processes, templates and reporting features.
• Follow-up on inquiries with client and various government agencies as needed.
• Respond to client emails and inquiries as directed by attorneys.
• Other duties as specified by attorneys.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent legal, compliance, managed care, health plan administration, process improvement or project management.

• 5 years of substantive knowledge of the legal and regulatory environment applicable to the business unit(s) or subject matter area assigned.

​Preferred:

• 7 years of substantive knowledge of the legal and regulatory environment applicable to the business unit(s) or subject matter area assigned.

• 5 years of relevant experience, Previous leadership experience for projects and/or staff or Project management.

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Corewell Health Place - 100 Corewell Drive NW - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Legal

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Days Worked

Monday - Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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