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Senior Immigration Legal Counsel

BorderPass15 days ago
Toronto, Ontario
Senior Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Equity participation

About the role

Remote

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Full-Time

The Opportunity

We’re seeking an accomplished Senior Immigration Legal Counsel with deep expertise in Canadian immigration law and a passion for innovation. This is a strategic role at the intersection of law and technology. You’ll guide clients through complex immigration matters, contribute to the evolution of our legal platform, and help shape the future of tech-enabled legal service delivery in Canada.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic legal advice on complex immigration matters through the BorderPass platform
  • Manage and resolve high-stakes immigration cases with sound legal judgment
  • Oversee and support the preparation of a broad range of immigration applications
  • Represent clients in hearings and judicial proceedings, including at the Federal Court level
  • Collaborate with product and engineering teams to enhance legal workflows and platform functionality
  • Identify legal trends and contribute to ongoing improvements in service efficiency and compliance
  • Use technology to support a large and diverse client base with scalable, high-impact legal strategies

Who You Are

  • 8+ years of specialized experience in Canadian immigration law
  • Licensed to practice law and in good standing with a Canadian law society
  • Expert-level knowledge of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, Regulations, and related policies
  • Proven ability to manage complex immigration matters, including high-stakes cases
  • Experience with Federal Court litigation is strongly preferred
  • Comfortable working in a product-oriented, tech-forward environment
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills
  • Adaptable and driven — thrives in a dynamic, high-growth startup

Details

Salary Participation in company equity program

Employment Type Full-Time

weeks of vacation

Location:

Remote

About BorderPass BorderPass is a rapidly growing tech company building the world’s largest global mobility platform. Increasing trust and transparency in the immigration and mobility space, our innovations empower newcomers, schools, and employers with accessible, easy-to-use, and responsible solutions.

About BorderPass

Technology, Information and Internet
11-50

BorderPass is an award-winning digital platform designed to facilitate the immigration journey for students, educational institutions, newcomers, and employers. The platform provides tools and lawyer-verified guidance to study, work, and live in a new country with a full spectrum of services including visa applications, document management, and practical settlement assistance such as housing and career support.

BorderPass was developed by experts in law and technology who believe that increasing access to legal support improves immigration outcomes. This approach facilitates a smooth transition for over 60,000 newcomers on the platform, enables regulatory compliance for leading colleges and universities, and promotes sustainable growth for local communities and national economies.