Associate Counsel, Immigration (Hybrid)

Description:

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast An American Mass Media and Entertainment Conglomerate Company stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description:
Role Purpose:
We are the Global Immigration team, with colleagues across London, New York, Miami, and Los Angeles, and we manage full lifecycle immigration requirements for An American Mass Media and Entertainment Conglomerate Company worldwide. The stakeholders we serve have dynamic needs, and our team works hard to ensure best practices are in place to deliver excellent results.

Job Duties:

• Draft, review, and file NIV and IV applications with USCIS, DOL, and consulates
• Analyze employee and candidate profiles to provide comprehensive assessments that advise stakeholders on visa options, sponsorship lifecycle requirements, and projected costs & timelines
• Review immigration and civil documentation for potential issues and risks to advise stakeholders on applicable remedies and proposed resolutions
• Instruct outside counsel as appropriate and engage in high touch case management with visa dependent population
• Maintain careful records to generate regular reporting
• Provide immigration compliance advice on I-9 employment eligibility verification processes and requirements
• Build partnerships with Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, and Global Mobility teams to enhance employee immigration support
• Work closely with Sr. Counsel on policy development, process enhancements, and continuous improvement projects

Qualifications:
Basic Requirements:

• JD from an accredited law school and member in good standing of the California State Bar
• 2+ years of business immigration experience at a law firm. Experience drafting NIV and IV cases required

Desired Characteristics:

• Ability to explain complex legal principles simply
• Experience advising diverse business clients
• Appetite for change and experience with change management
• Proactive approach and capacity to act with initiative

Additional Requirements:

• Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA
• This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week

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