Immigration Paralegal

WHO WE ARE

 At KNAPP (pronounced K-NAP, not Nap!), we “Make Complexity Simple” by offering intelligent solutions for digitizing and automating everything from production and distribution to the last mile and stores. We are the customer’s value tech chain partner, which means partnering with the customer to create the most value within each link in their supply chain. Leveraging the latest software, AI and Robotics technology, we continue to disrupt the logistics automation industry for the world’s industry leaders in grocery, healthcare, retail, e-commerce, apparel & manufacturing.
 
We are a global company with our US headquarters located just North of Atlanta in Kennesaw, GA. KNAPP specializes in automated solutions for both WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) and WCS (Warehouse Control Systems) for B2B (Business to Business) and B2C (Business to Consumer) customers. We are a growing company of over 7,200 employees worldwide and in over 50 countries that is privately held, with 7% of our revenue reinvested in R&D, ensuring a strong and vibrant future! Join us and see how you can help change the world! For more information, visit www.knapp.com..

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

The immigration paralegal will assist and provide a range of legal support, particularly, but not exclusively, related to immigration matters to Director Legal Affairs, Corporate Counsel, CEO and other Knapp Departments as directed in a fast-paced, growing office.    

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Prepare draft documents and complete forms for various visa and green card applications.  
• Monitor visa request and renewal deadlines. 
• Work closely with the Human Resources teams at Knapp Inc. and at various subsidiaries to coordinate tasks and provide support.
• Coordinate with external organizations (Embassies, law firms, etc.) to support visa and green card applications.  
• Coordinate with the Executive Assistant to the Board to assist with legal documents and filings, as needed. 
• Research and monitor developments in immigration that might impact processes.
• Support monitoring and preparation of contractor and business license applications and renewals, occasionally as needed.
• Prepare written reports and correspondence.
• Build and maintain databases and files.

WHAT YOU HAVE

• Bachelor’s Degree, Associate’s Degree or certificate program in paralegal studies.
• 2 -5 years of experience working in a medium or large law firm or corporate environment, including one year of immigration experience or the desire to learn and become proficient in immigration matters.
• Experience preparing legal documents and understanding legal language and terminology.
• Strong proofreading/editing skills required.
• Relevant computer knowledge and experience.

Key Competencies

• Research skills
• Planning and organizing
• Time management
• Ability to change tasks with short notice 
• Information monitoring
• Strong communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Commitment to confidentiality
• Teamwork
• Ability to handle multiple tasks of varying priority 

WHAT YOU WILL GET

• 2 remote days per week
• Half day Fridays
• A beautiful new, state-of-the-art, office complex in Kennesaw, GA
• Industry competitive compensation
• Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!
• 401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Subsidized Daycare
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Subsidized food delivery
• Monthly celebrations
• Quarterly employee events
• Corporate Social Responsibility including recycling, sustainability and volunteering

KNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law. 

Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy is required.  All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during “off-hours.”