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Contract Immigration Paralegal (Canada Remote) Location: Remote (Canada-based) Engagement Type: Independent Contractor / Contract Compensation: Flat fee per assignment or hourly (rates determined based on experience and expertise) Industry Focus: Manufacturing, Technology, and related sectors About the Role Our client, a Canada-based immigration law firm, is seeking an experienced Contract Immigration Paralegal to support employer-driven and business immigration matters on a flexible, assignment-based basis. This role is ideal for a senior paralegal with strong drafting skills and hands-on experience managing complex Canadian immigration applications independently. The position is fully remote and open to candidates located anywhere in Canada. Key Responsibilities Prepare, draft, and manage Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications, including: High-Wage and Low-Wage streams Global Talent Stream (Category A & B) Employer Compliance documentation Recruitment efforts and advertising compliance Draft and support ICT (Intra-Company Transfer) and other LMIA-exempt work permit applications, including: CUSMA/NAFTA Professionals Significant Benefit (C10) Entrepreneurs / Owner-Operators Global Mobility Program work permits Prepare employer support letters, submissions, and legal-style narratives for writing-intensive applications for lawyer review Coordinate documentation from employers and foreign workers to ensure accuracy Review applications for completeness, consistency, and regulatory compliance under lawyer supervision Track deadlines and manage multiple assignments simultaneously Communicate professionally with legal counsel and clients as required Required Qualifications Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience working with Canadian LMIAs Demonstrated experience supporting manufacturing and/or technology sector employers Strong working knowledge of IRCC and ESDC/Service Canada requirements Experience preparing writing-intensive applications (e.g., ICTs, significant benefit cases) Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Excellent written English skills with strong attention to detail Comfortable working in a remote, contract-based environment Preferred Qualifications Experience with: Global Talent Stream (GTS) LMIAs Employer compliance reviews and audits Work permit extensions and amendments Permanent residence streams tied to employer support (e.g., Express Entry, PNP employer-driven cases) Familiarity with compliance-heavy industries and regulated employers Prior experience working with immigration law firms or boutique practices Knowledge of common pitfalls and risk factors in LMIA and ICT applications Ability to suggest process improvements or efficiencies Additional Skills Strong organizational and time-management skills Ability to manage fluctuating workloads and deadlines Professional judgment Comfort using case management systems and cloud-based document tools Clear, professional communication style Interest in long-term, ongoing contract collaboration Compensation & Flexibility Paid on a flat-fee, per-assignment basis or hourly Fees will be mutually agreed upon based on level of experience, subject-matter expertise, and complexity of work Flexible workload with the potential for recurring assignments