Position Summary: We seek a strategic, dynamic, and visionary Immigration Director to
lead our firm into its next phase of growth and innovation. The Immigration Director will oversee
the firm’s legal operations and ensure that the organization thrives through sound legal and
business practices, supporting a self-sufficient and sustainable business model. This position
requires managing the firm’s legal strategies, operations, and financial performance while
maintaining alignment with the firm's mission, values, and goals. The ideal candidate will
possess significant expertise in legal management and a strong commitment to pro-immigrant
advocacy, and exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and organizational skills. The Immigration Director must commit to a minimum tenure of three (3) years.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
●Collaborate with other Directors to define and articulate the firm's legal vision, mission,
and strategic objectives.
●Develop and implement long-term strategies to promote the firm’s growth, enhance its
reputation, and solidify its position as a leader in pro-immigrant legal services.
Legal Operations Management & Business Sustainability
●Supervise the legal department, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of legal services
to clients.
●Monitor performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate team
success.
●Ensure all legal operations are conducted within the firm’s established budget, aligning
legal and business objectives.
●Proactively ensure compliance with internal and external legal regulations, developing
action plans for any deficiencies.
●Oversee the creation and implementation of measurable systems and reporting
structures to guarantee operational success.
●Manage unforeseen events to ensure business continuity, delegating tasks as
necessary.
Team Development and Leadership
●Cultivate a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance culture within the legal
department.
●Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse legal team to achieve excellence in client service.
●Retain and grow top legal talent by offering professional development and fostering a
respectful work environment.
Hiring and Management of Legal Personnel
●Oversee the recruitment, development, and management of senior legal professionals
and supervisory roles.
●Address operational challenges, such as staffing disruptions or legal reforms, to maintain
business continuity.
Communication and Advocacy
●Serve as the primary legal spokesperson for the firm, articulating its mission and values
to stakeholders, clients, and the public.
●Advocate for pro-immigrant policies, collaborating with organizations and government
agencies to advance immigrant rights.
Performance Metrics and Feedback
●Establish and monitor performance metrics to evaluate legal performance and implement
action plans for improvements.
●Foster open communication, regularly soliciting feedback from staff, clients, and the
Board to enhance services and operations.
Board Collaboration and Reporting
●Work closely with the Board of Directors, providing regular updates on legal and
operational progress.
●Collaborate with the Board on legal and business expansion decisions, ensuring all
significant strategies are approved through a voting process.
Flexibility and Adaptability
●Adapt to evolving legal landscapes and organizational needs, implementing strategies to
address new challenges and maintain success.
Benefits of the Immigration Director
Compensation
Annual salary: Range $110 - $130K
Quarterly Bonus: 1% of dividend earnings based on performance.
Annual Bonus: 3% of net earnings exceeding prior year benchmarks.
EM Immigration is a dedicated pro-immigrant law firm with attorneys with over 20 years of experience and commitment to advocating for the rights and welfare of foreigners across the world. Our mission is to provide our clients with comprehensive legal support and education, ensuring they receive fair treatment and access to justice.