Canadian Business Immigration Lawyer
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.
Skills Required
- 6+ years of U.S. business immigration experience (H-1B, L-1, TN, PERM, employment-based immigrant petitions, Adjustment of Status)
- Licensed and admitted to practice law in any U.S. state or the District of Columbia
- Based in Canada (Toronto, Vancouver, or Montreal) or open to working in one of these locations
- Experience managing legal teams or supervising junior lawyers and analysts on complex immigration matters
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Interest in leveraging technology and innovation to enhance client and employee experiences
- Familiarity with project management approaches and collaborative, adaptable work style
- Commitment to continuous learning, including engagement with tools such as Vialto's myMobility app
Vialto Partners Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Flexible work arrangements and well-being support are highlighted in company materials, and feedback suggests flexibility and WFH options are appreciated in some teams. These elements are seen as helpful offsets to demanding workloads in certain contexts.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays, sick days, vacation days, and additional closures/floater holidays are prominently offered. Feedback suggests time off is at least decent for some roles and locations.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Starting pay is sometimes viewed as decent or competitive for fresh graduates or entry-level roles in specific regions. This can make early-career opportunities attractive despite later concerns.
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What We Do
Vialto Partners is focused on transforming the global mobility ecosystem to support multinational organizations and their employees. The organization sparks growth and creates meaningful impact for businesses and individuals in more than 150 countries, supported by a team of over 6,000 dedicated immigration, tax, human resources and technology professionals. Vialto Partners offers clients: Tax solutions: Strategic tax planning, preparation and cross-border compliance services, including tax equalization and employment structures. Immigration services: Immigration-related consulting, processing and compliance services informed by knowledge of government regulations and rapidly changing immigration laws. Compensation and rewards: Integrated, end-to-end payroll and compensation management and reporting to ensure holistic global reporting, local compliance and overall cost-effectiveness. Dynamic work strategy and services: Design and implementation of real-time mobility strategies and services—from mobility managed services to remote work and business travel solutions. Vialto Partners is reimagining the future of global mobility, driving the mobility ecosystem forward to create a more connected, integrated and efficient supply chain to meet and exceed the evolving challenges and complexities of global workforce management. #vialtopartners
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