Subject: Remote Human Resources/Labor Law Attorney (I-9 Compliance) – Contract Role

Job Title: Remote Human Resources/Labor Law Attorney (I-9 Compliance)
Location: Remote (Some Travel Required)
Job Type: Contract (60-90 Days, Potential for Extension)

About the Role:

Our Client is seeking an experienced Human Resources Immigration Attorney to lead a specialized project focused on I-9 compliance, review, and maintenance. This role requires a deep understanding of immigration law, HR compliance, and employment verification to ensure regulatory adherence across our organization.

The ideal candidate will audit, update, and correct I-9 records, implement best practices for compliance, and work closely with internal teams to mitigate risk. While this role is primarily a short-term compliance project, there is potential for expansion into broader HR compliance initiatives across multiple subsidiaries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct a comprehensive review and audit of I-9 documentation to ensure compliance with federal regulations.

• Identify and rectify discrepancies in employment verification records.

• Develop and implement best practices for ongoing I-9 compliance in collaboration with HR and legal teams.

• Utilize Workday and other HR management systems to maintain accurate employee records.

• Provide legal guidance on employment verification and immigration compliance matters.

• Ensure proper recordkeeping and documentation to minimize compliance risks.

• Travel as needed to verify records and obtain necessary documentation.

• Collaborate with HR, Legal, and Compliance teams across subsidiaries to standardize processes.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in a U.S. jurisdiction.

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in labor law, HR compliance, or employment verification.

• Extensive knowledge of I-9 compliance regulations and federal employment verification processes.

• Experience working with Workday HR systems or similar platforms.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently in a remote setting while coordinating with global teams.

• Willingness to travel as needed for documentation and verification.

Project Details & Growth Potential:

• Duration: 60-90 days (with potential for extension).

• Opportunity to expand into broader HR compliance initiatives across multiple subsidiaries.

If you have the expertise to lead this critical compliance project and drive regulatory adherence, we encourage you to apply!