Counsel - Work Authorization, Immigration and Employment (Remote - IL, AZ, TX, NC)

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life's uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.

Job Description

I-9 Program & E-Verify Leadership

• Advise on enterprise-wide I-9 policies, process controls, and audit readiness
• Lead reverification cadence and remote inspection pathways
• Ensure documentation is compliant and regulator-ready
• Work Visa Sponsorship & Case Strategy
• Provide strategic counsel on visa sponsorship feasibility, timing, and risk
• Manage outside immigration counsel and digital case platforms
• Develop nonimmigrant/immigrant visa (NIV/IV) strategies to support business needs

Policy Development & Training

• Draft accessible, practical guidance and toolkits
• Deliver training on I-9, E-Verify, and immigration best practices
• Employment Law Counseling
• Provide day-to-day legal guidance on hiring, onboarding, accommodations, wage/hour, investigations, and workforce transitions
• Advise on compliance with Title VII, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, ADEA, and other employment laws

Audits & Special Projects

• Lead internal audits and compliance reviews related to I-9 and immigration
• Support due diligence for acquisitions and organizational changes
• Global Mobility
• Offer guidance on multinational mobility and compliance across jurisdictions

Vendor & Platform Management

• Oversee relationships with outside counsel and technology providers
• Ensure efficient, cost-effective delivery of legal immigration services

Education and Experience

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited institution (Required)
• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (Required)
• 5+ years of relevant legal experience, including:
• U.S. employment-based immigration (NIV and IV)
• I-9 and E-Verify compliance, including remote inspection and audits
• Employment law counseling for HR-related matters
• Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, and FLSA knowledge
• Travel is required

Work Location

• This is a remote role with travel required. While the position is open to remote candidates across the U.S., preferred home office locations include Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Charlotte, NC; or Scottsdale, AZ due to team collaboration and business travel considerations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

* This job does not have supervisory duties.

Functional Skills

• Prior in-house counsel experience
• Familiarity with Equifax Compliance Center or similar I-9 platforms
• Experience with immigration case management tools
• Exposure to global mobility programs or cross-border assignments
• Ability to translate legal requirements into practical business solutions
• Excellent communication skills with a collaborative mindset, both independently and as part of a cross-functional team
• Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  
  

We believe our people are our greatest asset. We're proud to offer a remote/hybrid work environment that supports flexibility, belonging, and innovation. If you're ready to use your legal expertise to help shape a better workplace, we encourage you to apply.

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Skills

Compensation

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Joining our team isn't just a job - it's an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger - a winning team making a meaningful impact.

Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.

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