Canadian Business Immigration Lawyer

Job summary

Manage corporate Canadian immigration matters, including temporary and permanent residence applications, employer compliance, and work permits. Advise multinational clients on immigration strategy and regulatory changes, while collaborating across mobility and compliance teams and improving service delivery through technology.

Job details

Join the leader in global work. Vialto helps leading organizations identify, develop, and execute their workforce priorities with confidence. Our practice areas include global tax, immigration, rewards, advisory and Vialto private, and our team is the gold standard in navigating the complexities of cross-border compliance, and workforce strategies. We look for people our clients and assignees can count on to thoughtfully deliver clear solutions to complex problems. To be the best in the business, we cultivate a dynamic, highly collaborative culture that fuels the growth of our people. We invite you to inquire boldly, learn deeply, and grow endlessly with us. You'll work alongside recognized experts, shaping people-first, technology-driven solutions that drive the future of work. We help our clients achieve their goals and imagine new possibilities. And we can do the same for you. Whatever your aspirations, Vialto can help you find your way. Role Description Joining Vialto Law means becoming part of a modern law firm that helps multinational organizations navigate the complexities of global mobility and Canadian immigration. You will work alongside a collaborative team of Canadian Business Immigration Lawyers and Business Immigration Analysts in a dynamic, high-volume environment, supported by Vialto Partners, the first tech-enabled, people-first global mobility company. Together, we help organizations manage cross-border compliance, immigration, tax, business travel, compensation, and remote work considerations through a holistic mobility lens. We are committed to delivering exceptional client service with empathy, precision, and efficiency while helping organizations attract and retain global talent. As a Canadian Business Immigration Lawyer, you will manage a diverse portfolio of corporate immigration matters, advising multinational organizations and foreign nationals on temporary residence, permanent residence, employer compliance, and global mobility-related immigration strategies across Canada. What You'll Do As a Canadian Business Immigration Lawyer, you will play a key role in delivering practical, business-focused immigration solutions to both established and emerging companies. Key Responsibilities Prepare and file Canadian business immigration applications, including Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs), employer compliance submissions, work permits under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) and International Mobility Program (IMP), Intra-Company Transferee applications, CUSMA work permits, and permanent residence applications. Manage permanent residence matters through Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), and other federal and provincial immigration pathways. Develop strategic immigration solutions that align with client business objectives while mitigating risk and maintaining compliance with Canadian immigration legislation and regulatory requirements. Advise clients on immigration policy changes, regulatory developments, and emerging trends affecting employers, foreign workers, and accompanying family members. Serve as a trusted advisor to multinational organizations, collaborating with immigration, mobility, tax, and compliance professionals to deliver integrated global mobility solutions. Leverage technology, automation, and process improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and the client experience. Participate in client meetings, presentations, knowledge-sharing initiatives, and mentorship activities that contribute to client success and team development. Professional Skills We are looking for a lawyer who combines strong technical expertise with a practical, client-focused approach. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex immigration scenarios and develop practical, business-focused solutions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly explain legal concepts and recommendations to corporate stakeholders and foreign nationals. Proven ability to build trusted client relationships and deliver exceptional service in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy. Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and mentoring capabilities. Interest in innovation, legal technology, workflow automation, and technology-enabled service delivery. Qualifications Member in good standing of a Canadian provincial or territorial law society. Admission to the Law Society of British Columbia, or eligibility to transfer membership, is preferred. 6-8+ years of experience practicing Canadian business immigration law. Demonstrated experience handling: Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) Employer compliance matters Work permits under the International Mobility Program (IMP) and Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) Express Entry applications Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) Permanent residence applications Experience advising multinational employers and globally mobile workforces is strongly preferred. Proven ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining exceptional client service standards. Interest in digital innovation, legal technology, and technology-enabled service delivery. Bilingualism in English and French is considered an asset. Additional Information Employment Type: Regular, Full-Time Work Arrangement: Hybrid Primary Office Location 1188 West Georgia Street, Suite 1180 Vancouver, BC V6E 4A2 Compensation Range: $131,000 - $202,906 CAD Compensation is determined based on geographic location, years of relevant experience, level of education, and overall qualifications. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on any legally protected status. Please note: AI technology may be used to support aspects of the application process. Life at Vialto Vialto is unstoppable when we work together in a culture of belonging, where everyone can thrive. We encourage employees to bring their authentic selves and share their unique talents and expertise to positively impact the communities we serve.

What you’ll do

Manage corporate Canadian immigration matters, including temporary and permanent residence applications, employer compliance, and work permits. Advise multinational clients on immigration strategy and regulatory changes, while collaborating across mobility and compliance teams and improving service delivery through technology.

Requirements

Applicants must be members in good standing of a Canadian provincial or territorial law society and have 6–8+ years of Canadian business immigration law experience. They should have experience with employer and immigration applications, independently manage a high-volume caseload, and demonstrate strong client service, communication, organization, and collaboration skills; British Columbia law society membership or eligibility to transfer is preferred.

Listed skills

• Project management · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Canadian Business Immigration Law
• Labour Market Impact Assessments
• Employer Compliance
• Work Permit Applications
• Temporary Foreign Worker Program
• International Mobility Program
• Express Entry
• Provincial Nominee Programs
• Permanent Residence Applications
• Immigration Strategy
• Client Advisory
• Legal Research and Analysis
• Project Management
• Client Relationship Management
• Mentoring
• Legal Technology

Job areas

• Legal
• Consulting
• Management & Leadership

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