Raymond James · 8 hours ago
Senior Immigration Advisor
St. Petersburg, FL
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
$34.50/hr - $46/hr
5+ years expRaymond James is seeking a Senior Immigration Specialist to support a high-volume, high-visibility immigration portfolio within a small, expert team. This role drives governance, oversight of legal documentation, and an exceptional experience for candidates and associates navigating U.S. immigration processes.
BankingFinancial ServicesInformation TechnologyInsuranceWealth Management
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary liaison between outside counsel, HR, Talent Acquisition, business leaders, candidates, and associates to ensure a seamless, well-governed immigration experience
Lead the end-to-end coordination and quality control of immigration petitions, including H, L, TN, and employment-based immigrant filings; oversee accuracy and compliance of all legal documents
Manage PERM processing with full ownership of timelines, labor market test governance, recruitment compliance, documentation management, and audit readiness
Prepare and coordinate responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) for H‑1B, H‑4, H‑4 EAD, L‑1, and PERM cases in partnership with outside counsel
Maintain governance and organization of all immigration compliance records, including Public Access Files, PERM Audit Files, case documentation, and data integrity across internal systems
Support visa and work‑authorization needs for domestic and international transfers, ensuring consistent communication and a positive associate experience
Oversee I-9 reverification processes for foreign national employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
Update and manage internal databases for global immigration; produce dashboards and executive-level reporting with precision and clarity
Monitor changes in immigration law, policy, and regulatory guidance; proactively advise HR, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders on impacts
Provide frequent status updates and high-touch communication to candidates and associates, improving transparency and end-user experience
Prepare employment letters and documentation for visa stamping and consular processing
Act as the point of contact for DHS H‑1B audits and DOL PERM audits; ensure the organization maintains audit-ready governance practices
Continuously assess and enhance immigration governance procedures, compliance controls, and service delivery models
Develop and deliver training and education programs on U.S. immigration topics for hiring managers, HR, and internal stakeholders
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in U.S. corporate immigration, including senior-level responsibility for complex cases
Demonstrated ownership of end-to-end Labor Market Tests (LMT) and PERM governance
Advanced knowledge of immigration categories, including F-1, H-1 B, H-4, L-1, TN, PERM, and employment-based green card processes
Proven experience collaborating with external immigration counsel and reviewing legal documentation for accuracy and compliance
Strong track record managing I-9 reverifications and compliance workflows
Exceptional communication, follow-up, and stakeholder‑management skills; commitment to delivering an outstanding candidate/associate experience
High proficiency in Excel and strong document‑management capabilities
Workday experience required (2 years minimum)
Minimum of Associate's Degree Required; Bachelor's Degree preferred
Must have own printer/scanner for remote days
Must have hands on day-to-day management experience of new hires with visas/sponsorship through the green card process
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
Company
Raymond James
Raymond James provides a range of investment banking services focused on the telecommunications and communications sectors.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.5B2025-09-09Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
1983-07-01IPO
Leadership Team
Paul Shoukry
Chief Executive Officer
James Sickling
COO - Fixed Income
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