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Employment Specialist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the Social Worker category for Mexican citizens and the Social Worker or Economist category for Canadians, depending on your degree and job duties. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, and your employer does not need to file a petition with USCIS.
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Attorney, Principal - Labor & Employment Law
Date: Jun 25, 2026
Location: Any city, TX, US, 99999
Req ID: 36723
Work Mode: Virtual (Exception only)
Great companies need great teams to propel their operations. Join the group that solves business challenges and enhances the way we work and grow. Working at Gainwell carries its rewards. You’ll have an incredible opportunity to grow your career in a company that values your contributions and puts a premium on work flexibility, learning, and career development.
Summary
Gainwell has an opportunity for an in-house attorney with labor and employment law expertise to provide advice and support regarding labor and employment issues and disputes.
Your role in our mission
- Provide strategic and practical legal advice to HR and business leaders on a broad range of employment law issues, including hiring, background investigations, disability accommodations, leaves of absence, compensation, performance management, disciplinary matters, terminations, workforce reductions, investigations, policies, training, outsourcing arrangements, and engagement of contractors.
- Provide legal updates, guidance, and training regarding applicable federal and state regulations and statutes.
- Monitor federal and state labor and employment-related laws and developments, and maintain knowledge and understanding of same.
- Draft and review employment agreements, separation agreements, notices, policies, and other employment-related documents.
- Oversee employment-related certifications required by clients and federal and state agencies.
- Manage employment disputes and litigation matters, including evaluating liability exposure and developing strategies, overseeing outside counsel, coordinating witness interviews and document production, and attending depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials as needed.
- Other responsibilities as needed.
What we're looking for
- Juris Doctorate with excellent academic credentials from an accredited law school
- Active bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- 5+ years of experience in employment law counseling and litigation
- Prior experience as in-house counsel preferred
- Expertise in U.S. federal and state employment laws and regulations
- Experience with India employment laws and regulations a plus
- Ability to collaborate and provide proactive and practical legal guidance
- Experience handling administrative charge and/or employment litigation matters
- Strong legal analysis and research skills
- Ability to foresee and assess potential legal risks
- Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to multitask
- Clear and concise oral and written communications
What you should expect in this role
- This opportunity is 100% remote within the United States with the opportunity to travel for work up to 15% annually.
This posting is intended for pipelining. We will accept applications on an ongoing basis.
The pay range for this position is $129,200.00 - $184,500.00 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Put your passion to work at Gainwell. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your career in a company that values work flexibility, learning, and career development. All salaried, full-time candidates are eligible for our generous, flexible vacation policy, a 401(k) employer match, comprehensive health benefits, and educational assistance. We also have a variety of leadership and technical development academies to help build your skills and capabilities.
We believe nothing is impossible when you bring together people who care deeply about making healthcare work better for everyone. Build your career with Gainwell, an industry leader. You’ll be joining a company where collaboration, innovation, and inclusion fuel our growth. Learn more about Gainwell at our company website and visit our Careers site for all available job role openings.
Gainwell Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), age, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Gainwell Technologies defines “wages” and “wage rates” to include “all forms of pay, including, but not limited to, salary, overtime pay, bonuses, stock, stock options, profit sharing and bonus plans, life insurance, vacation and holiday pay, cleaning or gasoline allowances, hotel accommodations, reimbursement for travel expenses, and benefits.
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Match your degree to your job duties
TN visa classification for Employment Specialists turns on whether your degree aligns with the specific duties in the offer letter. A psychology or sociology degree paired with vocational counseling duties strengthens your case; a general business degree paired with the same duties may not.
Request a duty-specific offer letter
Ask your prospective employer to describe your daily responsibilities in the offer letter using language tied to employment counseling, career assessment, or workforce development. Vague titles like 'HR generalist' can trigger CBP scrutiny at the port of entry.
Target employers with workforce development contracts
Government contractors, workforce boards, and nonprofit employment agencies are accustomed to hiring under professional visa categories. These organizations have experience sponsoring work visas and understand the documentation your TN application requires without needing extensive internal legal review.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify Employment Specialist roles at employers experienced with visa sponsorship. Filtering by recent filing history saves time compared to cold-applying and asking HR about visa policies after the fact.
Prepare your credential documents before the interview stage
Canadian citizens present TN documentation directly at a U.S. port of entry. Bring your degree transcripts, credential evaluation if your institution is outside North America, and the signed offer letter. CBP officers adjudicate on the spot, so gaps in documentation can mean a same-day denial.
Understand the Mexican TN allocation before accepting an offer
Mexico has an annual TN allocation under USMCA. If that cap is reached, your application cannot proceed until the following fiscal year. Confirm with your employer that the allocation is still open before you resign from a current position.
Employment Specialist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Employment Specialist role qualify for the TN visa?
It can, but the fit depends on your specific duties and degree. CBP typically classifies Employment Specialists under the Social Worker TN category, which requires at least a bachelor's degree in social work or a closely related field. If your duties lean toward economic research or labor market analysis, the Economist category may apply instead. The offer letter must reflect whichever classification you are claiming.
How does the TN visa compare to the H-1B for Employment Specialist positions?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no USCIS petition filing, and no multi-month wait for approval. Canadian citizens can receive a TN at the port of entry the same day they apply. H-1B visa selection is capped at 85,000 per year with a lottery that most applicants do not win. For Employment Specialists who qualify under USMCA, the TN is a direct and more predictable path to U.S. employment.
What documentation does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must provide a signed offer letter that states your job title, a description of your duties, your anticipated length of employment, and confirmation that you hold the required degree. The employer does not file a petition with USCIS or pay a government filing fee for TN status. The letter is the primary employer-side document, so its accuracy and specificity directly affect your CBP adjudication.
Where can I find Employment Specialist jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is designed specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for roles with TN visa sponsorship. You can filter by occupation and sponsorship history to find employers who have supported TN filings before, which reduces the back-and-forth of explaining your visa status to HR teams unfamiliar with the process.
Can I renew my TN status if I stay in the same Employment Specialist role?
Yes. TN status is granted in up to three-year increments and can be renewed indefinitely as long as you maintain a qualifying job offer and continue to meet the category requirements. Canadian citizens can renew at a port of entry or through USCIS. Mexican citizens must renew through USCIS. Each renewal requires a current offer letter confirming your continued employment in the same qualifying capacity.