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Compliance Associate roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a field like law, finance, or business and the employer files PERM labor certification with DOL. Many regulated-industry employers in banking, healthcare, and fintech have established sponsorship pipelines for this role.
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Overview Who We Are
MoFo is a destination law firm for talented, ambitious attorneys who value collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. We are known around the world not only for delivering innovative yet practical client service but also for serving as an incubator for our top-notch talent.
MoFo consistently receives top-tier rankings from leading directories and publications, speaking to our legal capabilities, dedication to creating an inclusive workplace, and commitment to our communities.
Our FDA + Healthcare Regulatory and Compliance Practice Group
We advise clients in the life sciences and healthcare industries, helping them navigate complex regulatory, compliance, healthcare system, and marketplace issues.
With a strategic and comprehensive life-cycle approach, we counsel domestic and international clients, from pre-product launch to post-market representation in the medical device, pharmaceutical, food and dietary supplement, biotechnology, healthcare technology, and cosmetic industries, ensuring that our clients are U.S. FDA-compliant and optimally positioned for maximum coverage and reimbursement, entry into new global markets, and further research and development.
Who You Are
You are a highly motivated, entrepreneurial candidate looking to join a collegial and collaborative growing FDA regulatory practice, with a significant focus on food, beverage, and dietary supplement matters.
- You have 3–5 years of experience in a leading law firm’s FDA practice and/or at FDA or USDA, advising on FDA- and USDA-regulated product areas, including experience representing food, drug, supplement, cosmetic and/or device clients. Experience with food regulatory matters is strongly preferred.
- You have experience with, or a strong interest in, counseling fast-moving brands and retailers in the food, beverage, and dietary supplement space, and are able to deliver sophisticated, clear, and actionable advice across the product lifecycle, including product development strategy, labeling, advertising and promotion, safety and compliance, adverse event reporting, recalls, agency inspections, and remediation of inspection findings.
- You are comfortable taking ownership of matters, working directly with clients, and operating with a high degree of independence.
- You work effectively across practice groups and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
- You are admitted to the state bar in which you are practicing or are eligible to waive in.
Own Your MoFo Career
MoFo empowers its lawyers at every level to take ownership of their careers and is transparent about what it takes to succeed and advance at the firm. The firm’s commitment to our attorneys’ growth extends throughout their careers.
- MyMoFo, a best-in-class and transparent framework for success, provides associates with clear and consistent expectations at every experience level.
- MoFo Navigate, our mentoring and sponsorship programs, takes a holistic approach to professional growth. By encouraging collaboration and leveraging insight across departments and geography, and over the course of each attorney’s career, MoFo Navigate creates a support system dynamic enough to respond to the changing needs of all of our attorneys as they grow and develop.
- MoFo NEXT, our dedicated Center for Career Advancement, offers services such as career visioning, crafting communication materials, executive presence resources, interview techniques, and networking skills.
What We Offer
- A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
- Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child and elder care, and more.
- Tax free health accounts: HSA and FSA.
- 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans.
- Global wellness program, including free access to health care advocates, Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace, and Calm apps.
- Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
- Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration, and up to two professional associations. Additional bar memberships may be approved on a case-by-case basis.
- Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel to assist with identifying pro bono organizations and matters to work with.
- Matching gift programs for law school and charitable organization donations.
Inquiries
For questions regarding this position, please contact Michael Bastaki, Patent Recruiting Manager. Morrison Foerster accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.
Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, health/welfare benefits (including parental, adoption, and fertility benefits), flexible time off, and paid holidays. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience (including class year); and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications.
Washington, D.C. annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000
Notice to Search Firms
Search Firms must have a current executed Search Firm Fee Agreement with Morrison Foerster and issued an account in our Search Firm Portal to submit candidates for posted positions. If you are unsure whether your agency has an agreement or access to the Search Firm Portal, please contact the recruiter listed in the job description. Blind submissions and resumes sent directly to Morrison Foerster attorneys or individuals outside of the Recruiting Department will not be accepted. Additionally, we do not accept submissions for Judicial Clerks or First-Year Associates.
Job Description
Overview Who We Are
MoFo is a destination law firm for talented, ambitious attorneys who value collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. We are known around the world not only for delivering innovative yet practical client service but also for serving as an incubator for our top-notch talent.
MoFo consistently receives top-tier rankings from leading directories and publications, speaking to our legal capabilities, dedication to creating an inclusive workplace, and commitment to our communities.
Our FDA + Healthcare Regulatory and Compliance Practice Group
We advise clients in the life sciences and healthcare industries, helping them navigate complex regulatory, compliance, healthcare system, and marketplace issues.
With a strategic and comprehensive life-cycle approach, we counsel domestic and international clients, from pre-product launch to post-market representation in the medical device, pharmaceutical, food and dietary supplement, biotechnology, healthcare technology, and cosmetic industries, ensuring that our clients are U.S. FDA-compliant and optimally positioned for maximum coverage and reimbursement, entry into new global markets, and further research and development.
Who You Are
You are a highly motivated, entrepreneurial candidate looking to join a collegial and collaborative growing FDA regulatory practice, with a significant focus on food, beverage, and dietary supplement matters.
- You have 3–5 years of experience in a leading law firm’s FDA practice and/or at FDA or USDA, advising on FDA- and USDA-regulated product areas, including experience representing food, drug, supplement, cosmetic and/or device clients. Experience with food regulatory matters is strongly preferred.
- You have experience with, or a strong interest in, counseling fast-moving brands and retailers in the food, beverage, and dietary supplement space, and are able to deliver sophisticated, clear, and actionable advice across the product lifecycle, including product development strategy, labeling, advertising and promotion, safety and compliance, adverse event reporting, recalls, agency inspections, and remediation of inspection findings.
- You are comfortable taking ownership of matters, working directly with clients, and operating with a high degree of independence.
- You work effectively across practice groups and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
- You are admitted to the state bar in which you are practicing or are eligible to waive in.
Own Your MoFo Career
MoFo empowers its lawyers at every level to take ownership of their careers and is transparent about what it takes to succeed and advance at the firm. The firm’s commitment to our attorneys’ growth extends throughout their careers.
- MyMoFo, a best-in-class and transparent framework for success, provides associates with clear and consistent expectations at every experience level.
- MoFo Navigate, our mentoring and sponsorship programs, takes a holistic approach to professional growth. By encouraging collaboration and leveraging insight across departments and geography, and over the course of each attorney’s career, MoFo Navigate creates a support system dynamic enough to respond to the changing needs of all of our attorneys as they grow and develop.
- MoFo NEXT, our dedicated Center for Career Advancement, offers services such as career visioning, crafting communication materials, executive presence resources, interview techniques, and networking skills.
What We Offer
- A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
- Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child and elder care, and more.
- Tax free health accounts: HSA and FSA.
- 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans.
- Global wellness program, including free access to health care advocates, Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace, and Calm apps.
- Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
- Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration, and up to two professional associations. Additional bar memberships may be approved on a case-by-case basis.
- Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel to assist with identifying pro bono organizations and matters to work with.
- Matching gift programs for law school and charitable organization donations.
Inquiries
For questions regarding this position, please contact Michael Bastaki, Patent Recruiting Manager. Morrison Foerster accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.
Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, health/welfare benefits (including parental, adoption, and fertility benefits), flexible time off, and paid holidays. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience (including class year); and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications.
Washington, D.C. annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000
Notice to Search Firms
Search Firms must have a current executed Search Firm Fee Agreement with Morrison Foerster and issued an account in our Search Firm Portal to submit candidates for posted positions. If you are unsure whether your agency has an agreement or access to the Search Firm Portal, please contact the recruiter listed in the job description. Blind submissions and resumes sent directly to Morrison Foerster attorneys or individuals outside of the Recruiting Department will not be accepted. Additionally, we do not accept submissions for Judicial Clerks or First-Year Associates.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Compliance Associate
Document your degree field precisely
PERM requires your degree to match the job's minimum requirements. A compliance role tied to financial regulations needs a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field documented clearly on your transcripts and resume before your employer files.
Target employers in regulated industries first
Banks, broker-dealers, healthcare systems, and fintechs sponsor compliance roles most consistently because regulators require dedicated compliance staff. These employers already understand PERM timelines and often have immigration counsel on retainer.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Compliance Associate openings by employers with active green card sponsorship history, so you spend your time on roles where EB-2 or EB-3 PERM sponsorship is already part of the hiring process.
Prepare for the PERM prevailing wage determination
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific compliance role and worksite. Check the OFLC Wage Search tool to understand what wage level your qualifications and duties support before negotiating your offer.
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Find Compliance Associate JobsCompliance Associate Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Compliance Associate roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Compliance Associate positions qualify under EB-3 because they require a bachelor's degree rather than an advanced degree. Roles that require a master's degree or specialized expertise in securities law, risk management, or regulatory compliance may qualify under EB-2. Your employer's immigration counsel determines the correct category before filing the PERM labor certification with DOL.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for compliance jobs?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status. There's no annual lottery and no six-year cap on EB-3. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone takes six to twelve months before your employer even files the I-140, compared to H-1B status that can start within months of selection.
Which industries sponsor compliance professionals for green cards most often?
Federally regulated industries sponsor compliance roles most consistently. Banks, credit unions, broker-dealers, healthcare systems, insurance carriers, and fintechs all maintain compliance teams and are accustomed to PERM sponsorship. These employers typically have outside immigration counsel already engaged, which shortens the time between offer and PERM filing.
How can I find Compliance Associate jobs where employers are willing to sponsor a green card?
Use Migrate Mate to search Compliance Associate openings filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. This removes the guesswork of cold-applying to roles where sponsorship is unlikely, and surfaces companies whose HR and legal teams already understand the PERM process for compliance-track professionals.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on H-1B status?
Yes. Employers routinely file PERM labor certification for employees already working on H-1B. Starting PERM early matters because an approved I-140 locks in your priority date. If your H-1B is approaching its six-year limit and your I-140 has been approved for at least 365 days, you may qualify for one-year H-1B extensions under AC21 while waiting for your priority date to become current.
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