Business Immigration Paralegal

Immigration Law Firm • Full-time • Columbia, South Carolina, United States • $55k - $75k / year • 3m ago

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced PERM Paralegal to join our dynamic immigration team. This individual will be primarily responsible for managing and executing the PERM labor certification process for employment-based immigration cases. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of DOL regulations, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to handle high-volume, deadline-driven work efficiently and accurately.

Paralegal will also work on H-1B and immigrant petition case work as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate and manage the end-to-end PERM process, including drafting job descriptions, posting requirements, recruitment steps, and audit file preparation.
Conduct Prevailing Wage Determination (PWD) requests through the Department of Labor’s FLAG system.
Oversee all recruitment efforts in compliance with DOL regulations, including tracking and documenting recruitment steps.
Prepare and file ETA Form 9089 through the PERM system.
Maintain accurate and timely communication with attorneys, clients, and sponsored employees throughout the process.
Manage case deadlines and ensure compliance with regulatory timelines.
Prepare audit responses and coordinate with attorneys on complex case strategy.
Maintain and update internal case management systems and reporting tools.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 2 years of direct experience with PERM labor certification filings at a law firm or corporate legal department.
Strong understanding of DOL and USCIS employment-based immigration regulations.
Proficient in immigration case management systems (e.g., Docketwise, INSZoom, Tracker, or similar).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple cases and meet tight deadlines under pressure.
Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certification or immigration law training a plus.

Hybrid schedule preferred. Position is remote negotiable for non-local applicants.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

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