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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
- Application method
- Direct apply is available
Job summary
Provide legal review, strategy, and oversight for Canadian study, work, and permanent residence matters, including validating application materials and explaining requirements and next steps to clients. Collaborate with legal, operations, and product teams to improve service workflows and develop scalable, compliant legal processes.
Job details
About BorderPass BorderPass is one of the fastest-growing companies in North America, on a mission to simplify global mobility. We help international students and workers navigate complex immigration processes by combining licensed legal expertise with powerful technology. Students, employers, and institutions across Canada use BorderPass to manage immigration applications, compliance, and settlement services through one integrated platform. About the Role We are looking for an immigration lawyer licensed to practice in Canada to join our growing legal team. The ideal candidate has approximately 3+ years of post-call experience in Canadian immigration law and has worked hands-on with both student and work permit applications, as well as permanent residence pathways. This role will support a range of immigration matters, while also contributing to the development of our legal technology, all within BorderPass’ case management model. You will collaborate closely with other lawyers, operations teams, and product stakeholders, contributing practical immigration expertise while maintaining high standards of quality, consistency, and regulatory compliance. What You'll Do Provide legal review, strategy, and oversight on Canadian immigration matters, including work, study, and permanent residence pathways Review and validate application materials prepared through the BorderPass platform Communicate with clients to explain legal requirements, timelines, and next steps in clear, practical terms Collaborate with internal legal, operations, and product teams to improve workflows and service delivery Ensure compliance with applicable federal and provincial immigration regulations and professional obligations Contribute to the development of scalable legal processes within a technology-enabled environment What We're Looking For Licensed lawyer in good standing with a Canadian provincial law society Three or more years of post-call experience in Canadian immigration law Admission to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction would be a strong asset Practical experience working on a range of immigration matters, including end-to-end guidance on study permits, LMIA-exempt work permits, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), Express Entry and other permanent residence pathways, and Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) Bilingual proficiency in French and English, written and spoken, is an asset Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple files in a fast-paced environment Client-focused, responsive, and comfortable explaining complex legal concepts Interest in working within a technology-driven legal services platform Why Join BorderPass? Be part of one of the fastest-growing companies in North America Work alongside lawyers, engineers, and operators building the future of immigration services High-ownership role with exposure to a broad range of immigration matters Flexible work environment with competitive compensation Opportunity to help scale a national immigration platform while maintaining strong legal rigour
What you’ll do
Provide legal review, strategy, and oversight for Canadian study, work, and permanent residence matters, including validating application materials and explaining requirements and next steps to clients. Collaborate with legal, operations, and product teams to improve service workflows and develop scalable, compliant legal processes.
Requirements
Must be a lawyer in good standing with a Canadian provincial law society and have at least three years of post-call experience in Canadian immigration law. The role requires practical experience across study permits, work permits, PNPs, Express Entry, permanent residence pathways, and LMIAs; U.S. bar admission and French-English bilingual proficiency are assets.
Benefits
- Flexible Work Environment
- Competitive Compensation
Listed skills
- Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
- Attention to detail · Preferred
- Cross-Functional Collaboration · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Canadian Immigration Law
- Legal Review
- Immigration Strategy
- Study Permit Applications
- Work Permit Applications
- Permanent Residence Pathways
- Express Entry
- Provincial Nominee Programs
- Labour Market Impact Assessments
- Client Communication
- Regulatory Compliance
- File Management
- Attention to Detail
- Legal Process Development
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Job areas
- Legal
- Technology
- Customer Service & Support