Senior Level Immigration Legal Assistant Jobs
Senior level immigration legal assistant jobs place experienced professionals at the helm of complex case portfolios, client relationships, and the junior staff or workflows they direct. Openings skew toward Accounting & Auditing, Law & Legal Services, and Technology & Software, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid positions available and employers like Vialto, CIP, and Expedia hiring at this level now.
Find JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 6+ Senior Level Immigration Legal Assistant jobs
At Expedia Group, we help travelers explore the world, one journey at a time. As a global travel company powered by passionate people, trusted partnerships, and leading technology, we connect travelers, partners, and advertisers through our consumer brands, B2B network, and travel advertising business.
Here, you'll do meaningful work that helps millions of people discover, book, and experience travel with more ease, confidence, and joy. Our five Behaviors-Traveler First, Think Big, Operate with Excellence, Ownership Mindset, and Succeed Together-help foster a supportive environment where people can grow their careers and have the flexibility, benefits, and support to do their best work. Join us and build for travelers everywhere.
Director, Global Mobility & Immigration
Introduction to the Team
Our Corporate Functions are made up of teams that support Expedia Group, including our Global Finance Org., Traveler and Partner Service Platform, Legal Team, Strategy and Corporate Development Team, and People & Places Org.
The Global Mobility and Immigration team helps Expedia Group hire, move, and support talent across borders. This role partners with leaders across People & Places, Legal, Finance, Payroll, Talent Acquisition, and the business to enable workforce mobility while balancing employee experience, operational effectiveness, compliance, and business needs.
Make an impact!
As Director, Global Mobility and Immigration, you will set the strategy and lead the evolution of programs that support international hiring, employee relocation, work authorization, and workforce mobility. You will modernize scalable, data-informed solutions and advise senior leaders on how mobility can enable business growth, talent deployment, market entry, organizational change, and an inclusive employee experience.
What You'll Do:
Strategic Leadership & Business Partnership
- Lead and develop a global team of mobility and immigration professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, operational excellence, and partnership.
- Develop and execute Expedia Group's global mobility and immigration strategy in alignment with business priorities, workforce planning, and talent acquisition objectives.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to HR and business leaders on workforce mobility, international hiring, talent deployment, and emerging mobility trends.
- Partner with stakeholders across People, Legal, Finance, Payroll, and Talent Acquisition to ensure mobility programs support evolving organizational needs.
- Evaluate workforce mobility implications associated with business expansion, organizational redesign, acquisitions, and new employment models.
- Design scalable mobility solutions that support business growth while maintaining a strong focus on employee experience and compliance.
Program Leadership & Operations
- Own the global mobility and immigration policy framework, including governance, risk management, and program design.
- Lead global immigration and mobility programs, including work authorization, visa sponsorship, permanent residence support, and relocation services.
- Establish governance frameworks that ensure consistent delivery, operational efficiency, and policy compliance.
- Review and adapt mobility policies to ensure competitiveness, scalability, and alignment with business objectives.
- Drive program effectiveness through continuous process improvement and service optimization.
Vendor Management
- Oversee relationships with immigration, relocation, and mobility service providers.
- Lead vendor selection, contract negotiations, service-level management, and performance reviews.
- Conduct RFP processes and implement solutions that improve quality, efficiency, and employee experience.
Technology, Analytics & Innovation
- Champion the use of technology, automation, and AI-enabled tools to enhance mobility and immigration operations.
- Develop analytics, dashboards, and reporting capabilities that provide insights into program performance, workforce trends, service levels, and costs.
- Establish key performance indicators and governance metrics to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
- Leverage data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making and optimize program outcomes.
Qualifications :
- 10+ years of progressive experience leading global mobility, immigration, relocation, or workforce mobility programs within complex multinational organizations.
- Demonstrated success transforming mobility functions into strategic business enablers that support hiring, retention, workforce planning, and location strategy.
- Strong understanding of global immigration processes, workforce mobility compliance requirements, payroll considerations, and regulatory frameworks.
- Proven ability to influence and partner with senior leaders across HR, Legal, Finance, Payroll, and Talent Acquisition.
- Strong track record of driving operational excellence, program transformation, change management, and service delivery improvements.
Preferred
- Experience supporting a publicly traded global organization.
- Demonstrated ability to influence geographically dispersed stakeholders across multiple regions.
Please note this role is only available in Seattle and aligned to our flexible hybrid policy, requiring three days a week in office.
The total cash range for this position in Seattle is $207,500.00 to $290,500.00. Employees in this role have the potential to increase their pay up to $332,000.00, which is the top of the range, based on ongoing, demonstrated, and sustained performance in the role.
Starting pay for this role will vary based on multiple factors, including location, available budget, and an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience. Pay ranges may be modified in the future.
Benefits and perks
Expedia Group offers benefits and perks designed to support employees and their families, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, an Employee Assistance Program, wellness and travel reimbursement, travel discounts, and International Airlines Travel Agent Network (IATAN) membership. Learn more about life at Expedia Group at https://careers.expediagroup.com/life .
Accommodation requests
Expedia Group is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience. If you need an accommodation or adjustment due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please submit a request at https://expedia.service-now.com/askeg?id=job_accommodation .
About Expedia Group
Expedia Group includes three flagship consumer brands - Expedia, Hotels.com, and Vrbo - along with a leading B2B travel business and travel advertising offerings. Across our brands and business, we help travelers explore the world with confidence and ease.
Important notice
Employment opportunities and job offers at Expedia Group will always come from Expedia Group's Talent Acquisition and hiring teams. Never share sensitive personal information unless you are confident of the recipient. Expedia Group does not extend job offers via email or messaging tools to individuals with whom we have not made prior contact. Our email domain is @expediagroup.com. The official place to find and apply for roles is https://careers.expediagroup.com/jobs/ .
Equal Opportunity
Expedia is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.At Expedia Group, we help travelers explore the world, one journey at a time. As a global travel company powered by passionate people, trusted partnerships, and leading technology, we connect travelers, partners, and advertisers through our consumer brands, B2B network, and travel advertising business.
Here, you'll do meaningful work that helps millions of people discover, book, and experience travel with more ease, confidence, and joy. Our five Behaviors-Traveler First, Think Big, Operate with Excellence, Ownership Mindset, and Succeed Together-help foster a supportive environment where people can grow their careers and have the flexibility, benefits, and support to do their best work. Join us and build for travelers everywhere.
Director, Global Mobility & Immigration
Introduction to the Team
Our Corporate Functions are made up of teams that support Expedia Group, including our Global Finance Org., Traveler and Partner Service Platform, Legal Team, Strategy and Corporate Development Team, and People & Places Org.
The Global Mobility and Immigration team helps Expedia Group hire, move, and support talent across borders. This role partners with leaders across People & Places, Legal, Finance, Payroll, Talent Acquisition, and the business to enable workforce mobility while balancing employee experience, operational effectiveness, compliance, and business needs.
Make an impact!
As Director, Global Mobility and Immigration, you will set the strategy and lead the evolution of programs that support international hiring, employee relocation, work authorization, and workforce mobility. You will modernize scalable, data-informed solutions and advise senior leaders on how mobility can enable business growth, talent deployment, market entry, organizational change, and an inclusive employee experience.
What You'll Do:
Strategic Leadership & Business Partnership
- Lead and develop a global team of mobility and immigration professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, operational excellence, and partnership.
- Develop and execute Expedia Group's global mobility and immigration strategy in alignment with business priorities, workforce planning, and talent acquisition objectives.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to HR and business leaders on workforce mobility, international hiring, talent deployment, and emerging mobility trends.
- Partner with stakeholders across People, Legal, Finance, Payroll, and Talent Acquisition to ensure mobility programs support evolving organizational needs.
- Evaluate workforce mobility implications associated with business expansion, organizational redesign, acquisitions, and new employment models.
- Design scalable mobility solutions that support business growth while maintaining a strong focus on employee experience and compliance.
Program Leadership & Operations
- Own the global mobility and immigration policy framework, including governance, risk management, and program design.
- Lead global immigration and mobility programs, including work authorization, visa sponsorship, permanent residence support, and relocation services.
- Establish governance frameworks that ensure consistent delivery, operational efficiency, and policy compliance.
- Review and adapt mobility policies to ensure competitiveness, scalability, and alignment with business objectives.
- Drive program effectiveness through continuous process improvement and service optimization.
Vendor Management
- Oversee relationships with immigration, relocation, and mobility service providers.
- Lead vendor selection, contract negotiations, service-level management, and performance reviews.
- Conduct RFP processes and implement solutions that improve quality, efficiency, and employee experience.
Technology, Analytics & Innovation
- Champion the use of technology, automation, and AI-enabled tools to enhance mobility and immigration operations.
- Develop analytics, dashboards, and reporting capabilities that provide insights into program performance, workforce trends, service levels, and costs.
- Establish key performance indicators and governance metrics to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
- Leverage data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making and optimize program outcomes.
Qualifications :
- 10+ years of progressive experience leading global mobility, immigration, relocation, or workforce mobility programs within complex multinational organizations.
- Demonstrated success transforming mobility functions into strategic business enablers that support hiring, retention, workforce planning, and location strategy.
- Strong understanding of global immigration processes, workforce mobility compliance requirements, payroll considerations, and regulatory frameworks.
- Proven ability to influence and partner with senior leaders across HR, Legal, Finance, Payroll, and Talent Acquisition.
- Strong track record of driving operational excellence, program transformation, change management, and service delivery improvements.
Preferred
- Experience supporting a publicly traded global organization.
- Demonstrated ability to influence geographically dispersed stakeholders across multiple regions.
Please note this role is only available in Seattle and aligned to our flexible hybrid policy, requiring three days a week in office.
The total cash range for this position in Seattle is $207,500.00 to $290,500.00. Employees in this role have the potential to increase their pay up to $332,000.00, which is the top of the range, based on ongoing, demonstrated, and sustained performance in the role.
Starting pay for this role will vary based on multiple factors, including location, available budget, and an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience. Pay ranges may be modified in the future.
Benefits and perks
Expedia Group offers benefits and perks designed to support employees and their families, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, an Employee Assistance Program, wellness and travel reimbursement, travel discounts, and International Airlines Travel Agent Network (IATAN) membership. Learn more about life at Expedia Group at https://careers.expediagroup.com/life .
Accommodation requests
Expedia Group is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience. If you need an accommodation or adjustment due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please submit a request at https://expedia.service-now.com/askeg?id=job_accommodation .
About Expedia Group
Expedia Group includes three flagship consumer brands - Expedia, Hotels.com, and Vrbo - along with a leading B2B travel business and travel advertising offerings. Across our brands and business, we help travelers explore the world with confidence and ease.
Important notice
Employment opportunities and job offers at Expedia Group will always come from Expedia Group's Talent Acquisition and hiring teams. Never share sensitive personal information unless you are confident of the recipient. Expedia Group does not extend job offers via email or messaging tools to individuals with whom we have not made prior contact. Our email domain is @expediagroup.com. The official place to find and apply for roles is https://careers.expediagroup.com/jobs/ .
Equal Opportunity
Expedia is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.See All 6 Senior Level Immigration Legal Assistant Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find JobsSenior Level Immigration Legal Assistant Job Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing
- Law & Legal Services
- Technology & Software
- Non-Profit & Social Services
Senior Level Immigration Legal Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level immigration legal assistant job?
Employers at this level look for demonstrated ownership of complex immigration matters, including family-based and employment-based petitions, removal defense, or nonimmigrant filings. What gives candidates an edge is a history of managing caseloads independently, mentoring junior staff, and catching procedural issues before they escalate. Proficiency with immigration case management software and a clean record of USCIS deadline compliance are also strong differentiators.
Which companies hire senior level immigration legal assistants?
Companies hiring senior level immigration legal assistants right now include Vialto, CIP, and Expedia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from immigration law firms managing high-volume corporate or family caseloads, in-house legal teams at large employers with ongoing visa petition needs, and nonprofit organizations handling humanitarian immigration matters.
Are there remote senior level immigration legal assistant jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and practice area. About 80% of senior level immigration legal assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the document-heavy, deadline-driven nature of the work, which translates well to distributed settings. Firms with fully remote options tend to require stronger independent judgment and self-managed workflows given reduced in-person oversight.
What makes an immigration legal assistant role senior level?
Senior level immigration legal assistant roles are defined by ownership rather than task execution. These positions involve managing an independent caseload across multiple visa or petition categories, serving as the primary contact for clients or attorneys on complex matters, reviewing junior staff work for accuracy, and contributing to process improvements within the legal team. The expectation is that you catch problems and resolve them, not escalate them.
Which industries hire the most senior level immigration legal assistants?
Senior level immigration legal assistant roles concentrate in Accounting & Auditing, Law & Legal Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they either operate immigration law practices directly or employ large workforces that require ongoing petition filing, compliance tracking, and government agency correspondence at a volume that calls for experienced, autonomous legal support staff.