Immigration Coordinator, Global

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

We are currently searching for an experienced Immigration Coordinator to join the Global Immigration practice at KPMG. The Immigration Coordinator is responsible for assisting employees of multi-national companies in obtaining business visitor visas and work permits in a timely and efficient manner. This role requires excellent multi-tasking skills and an ability to communicate effectively with government offices, local specialists, HR representatives and employees.
 
The Immigration Coordinator is responsible for managing work permit related files for numerous countries and assisting with business visitor visas, as needed. 

Immigration:

• Understanding of general immigration categories, timelines and process.
• Conduct/prepare assessments including but not limited to: travel assessments, remote work assessments, right to work checks
• Assist clients in the preparation and filing of applications for business visitor visas, work/residence permits.
• Manage document procurement and apostille/legalization
• Serve as primary point of contact for the client/employee.
• Research immigration processes and documentation, and directly communicate with visa offices, host country government authorities and local specialists
• Communicate with visa offices, host country government authorities, and local specialists as required.
• Coordinate and prepare the filing of standard applications, ensuring adherence to timelines and firm standards
• Create processing strategy, steps and timeline for achieving objectives.
• Prepare, organize and submit standardized, well-written, and error-free support/sponsor letters and all appropriate forms in a timely manner.
• Interact with HR department and employee(s) to obtain and complete documents required for visas and work permit applications.
• Attend consulate(s) to submit documents and pick up approved visas.
• Review documentation provided by local specialists for accuracy prior to delivery to client.
• Analyze local specialist advice to ensure compliance with KPMG Law, corporate standards and local guidelines/regulations.

Client Care:

• Communicate updates on immigration process to clients.
• Act as intermediary between local specialist and clients.
• Follow-up on pending matters.
• Develop an informative communication stream with clients.
• Escalate issues to management as necessary.

 Administration:

• Organize and maintain files for all immigration matters.
• Ensure that local specialist invoices are delivered to accounting in a timely manner, and that billing instructions are delivered to the Global Team’s billing team.
• Record keeping and managing all client data files within the KPMG Law database.
• Maintain up-to-date e-filing of invoices for business visitor visa files and/or work permits.

• 3 plus years of Global Immigration experience
• College or University degree an asset
• Foreign/second language capabilities is preferred
• Strong work ethic
• Dedication to providing outstanding client service
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to multi-task and meet aggressive deadlines.
• Ability to demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills within a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Computer proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to locate and research information efficiently, to use it effectively, and to evaluate the quality of the information
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Self-directed and highly-motivated
• Ability to communicate responsibly and promote effective working relationships

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KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have the opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.