Allstate
Counsel – Work Authorization, Immigration and Employment (Hybrid – IL, AZ, TX, NC)
Key aspects of the role:
- Drive sales growth by engaging with interested prospective customers- all while working remote
- No cold calling— Connect through inbound calls and proactive outbound calls with active insurance shoppers
- Enjoy competitive compensation with a base salary + uncapped commissions
- Sell reputable products from Allstate and our family of brands
Role overview
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
Make an Impact Where Compliance Meets Innovation!
Are you a skilled attorney passionate about employment law, immigration, and compliance? Join our dynamic legal team as Counsel – Employment, I-9 Compliance, and Immigration, where your expertise will help shape our workforce strategy, ensure compliance, and support a diverse and growing organization. In this influential role, you’ll partner cross-functionally with HR, Talent Acquisition, and external stakeholders to build thoughtful, future-ready programs that align with legal requirements and business goals.
We are committed to creating a workplace that values diverse perspectives, fosters collaboration, and promotes continuous learning. If you thrive at the intersection of law, people, and policy, we’d love to meet you.
Key Responsibilities
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: Advise on global mobility regulations.
- 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
Work Location and Travel
- Hybrid Work Location with Required Travel
- This role is based in a hybrid work office setting and requires approximately 10% domestic travel within the United States.
- While candidates may work from various hybrid office locations, the preferred home office locations are: Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Charlotte, NC or Scottsdale, AZ
***These locations are preferred due to team collaboration needs 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 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.
#LI-PC1
Skills
Business Collaboration, Compliance Reporting, Employment Advice, Employment Policies, Employment Standards, Employment Verifications, I-9 Compliance, Labor and Employment Law, Labor Employment, Labor Law Compliance, Team Collaboration, Time Management, Verification
Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $120,000.00 – $166,000.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
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.
Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.
For jobs in San Francisco, please click “here” for information regarding the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
For jobs in Los Angeles, please click “here” for information regarding the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
To view the “EEO is the Law” poster click “here”. This poster provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
To view the FMLA poster, click “here”. This poster summarizing the major provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and telling employees how to file a complaint.
It is the Company’s policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all jobs. Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employee’s ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee's terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment.
Keys to Success
At Allstate, it’s all about teamwork, flexibility, and thinking ahead. We all contribute to the bigger picture, combining unique ideas to design innovative, more affordable protection solutions for customers.
We look for candidates with these skills to help us achieve that goal:
Learning agility
Quickly adapt to new situations, continually build new skills, experiment, and embrace new ways of doing things
Customer centricity
Deliver exceptional experience with a customer-first mindset and human-centered design
Digital literacy
Discover and apply emerging digital technology tools, data and insights.
Results-oriented
Start with measurable outcomes and drive results with speed
Inclusive leadership
Integrate diverse viewpoints into decision-making processes to enhance creativity and innovation
Together, we’re all working toward Our Shared Purpose, using our strengths to make a real difference for our people, our customers, our company, and the world around us.
Working in Sales
What We Do:
As an expert on our products and services, you can give customers personalized attention and innovative solutions to make their lives easier.
How We Support You:
Starting day one, you’ll have access to resources and incentives to keep you feeling challenged and excited about your careers.
Make An Impact:
As a member of our sales team, you’ll bring a sense of ease and support to customers looking for a better understanding of their protection options. Whether in the field or talking to customers over the phone, you’ll continue to build trust in who we are and what we do.
Working together
You’re in Good Hands® is more than a promise we make to our customers. It’s a promise we make to our employees, too.
We want you to love where you work. That starts with the freedom to be yourself. Our workplace flexibility and focus on individuality means everyone is seen, heard and respected.
When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to push your skills to the next level with access to development programs to support your career aspirations – whatever that means for you. Because as you learn and grow, so do we.
Working here also means getting the chance to make a real impact in your community. We have been driving change for over 90 years, but the mark we leave on the world can be even greater when we work together.
Role overview
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
Make an Impact Where Compliance Meets Innovation!
Are you a skilled attorney passionate about employment law, immigration, and compliance? Join our dynamic legal team as Counsel – Employment, I-9 Compliance, and Immigration, where your expertise will help shape our workforce strategy, ensure compliance, and support a diverse and growing organization. In this influential role, you’ll partner cross-functionally with HR, Talent Acquisition, and external stakeholders to build thoughtful, future-ready programs that align with legal requirements and business goals.
We are committed to creating a workplace that values diverse perspectives, fosters collaboration, and promotes continuous learning. If you thrive at the intersection of law, people, and policy, we’d love to meet you.
Key Responsibilities
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: Advise on global mobility regulations.
- 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
Work Location and Travel
- Hybrid Work Location with Required Travel
- This role is based in a hybrid work office setting and requires approximately 10% domestic travel within the United States.
- While candidates may work from various hybrid office locations, the preferred home office locations are: Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Charlotte, NC or Scottsdale, AZ
***These locations are preferred due to team collaboration needs 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 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.
#LI-PC1
Skills
Business Collaboration, Compliance Reporting, Employment Advice, Employment Policies, Employment Standards, Employment Verifications, I-9 Compliance, Labor and Employment Law, Labor Employment, Labor Law Compliance, Team Collaboration, Time Management, Verification
Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $120,000.00 – $166,000.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
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.
Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.
For jobs in San Francisco, please click “here” for information regarding the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
For jobs in Los Angeles, please click “here” for information regarding the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
To view the “EEO is the Law” poster click “here”. This poster provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
To view the FMLA poster, click “here”. This poster summarizing the major provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and telling employees how to file a complaint.
It is the Company’s policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all jobs. Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employee’s ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee's terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment.
Keys to Success
At Allstate, it’s all about teamwork, flexibility, and thinking ahead. We all contribute to the bigger picture, combining unique ideas to design innovative, more affordable protection solutions for customers.
We look for candidates with these skills to help us achieve that goal:
Learning agility
Quickly adapt to new situations, continually build new skills, experiment, and embrace new ways of doing things
Customer centricity
Deliver exceptional experience with a customer-first mindset and human-centered design
Digital literacy
Discover and apply emerging digital technology tools, data and insights.
Results-oriented
Start with measurable outcomes and drive results with speed
Inclusive leadership
Integrate diverse viewpoints into decision-making processes to enhance creativity and innovation
Together, we’re all working toward Our Shared Purpose, using our strengths to make a real difference for our people, our customers, our company, and the world around us.
Working in Claims
What We Do:
Your ability to quickly and calmly make smart decisions can make a huge difference in how confident customers feel throughout the claims process. And as you support our customers, we’re there to support you.
How We Support You:
We empower your success starting day one. You’ll have access to everything you need to grow professionally while helping our customers get their lives back on track.
Make An Impact:
Helping customers with their claims is about learning their stories, not just processing their paperwork. You can take pride in the fact that you’re providing invaluable guidance and helping to build continued trust in our company.
Working together
You’re in Good Hands® is more than a promise we make to our customers. It’s a promise we make to our employees, too.
We want you to love where you work. That starts with the freedom to be yourself. Our workplace flexibility and focus on individuality means everyone is seen, heard and respected.
When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to push your skills to the next level with access to development programs to support your career aspirations – whatever that means for you. Because as you learn and grow, so do we.
Working here also means getting the chance to make a real impact in your community. We have been driving change for over 90 years, but the mark we leave on the world can be even greater when we work together.
Role overview
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
Make an Impact Where Compliance Meets Innovation!
Are you a skilled attorney passionate about employment law, immigration, and compliance? Join our dynamic legal team as Counsel – Employment, I-9 Compliance, and Immigration, where your expertise will help shape our workforce strategy, ensure compliance, and support a diverse and growing organization. In this influential role, you’ll partner cross-functionally with HR, Talent Acquisition, and external stakeholders to build thoughtful, future-ready programs that align with legal requirements and business goals.
We are committed to creating a workplace that values diverse perspectives, fosters collaboration, and promotes continuous learning. If you thrive at the intersection of law, people, and policy, we’d love to meet you.
Key Responsibilities
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: Advise on global mobility regulations.
- 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
Work Location and Travel
- Hybrid Work Location with Required Travel
- This role is based in a hybrid work office setting and requires approximately 10% domestic travel within the United States.
- While candidates may work from various hybrid office locations, the preferred home office locations are: Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Charlotte, NC or Scottsdale, AZ
***These locations are preferred due to team collaboration needs 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 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.
#LI-PC1
Skills
Business Collaboration, Compliance Reporting, Employment Advice, Employment Policies, Employment Standards, Employment Verifications, I-9 Compliance, Labor and Employment Law, Labor Employment, Labor Law Compliance, Team Collaboration, Time Management, Verification
Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $120,000.00 – $166,000.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
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.
Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.
For jobs in San Francisco, please click “here” for information regarding the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
For jobs in Los Angeles, please click “here” for information regarding the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
To view the “EEO is the Law” poster click “here”. This poster provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
To view the FMLA poster, click “here”. This poster summarizing the major provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and telling employees how to file a complaint.
It is the Company’s policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all jobs. Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employee’s ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee's terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment.
Keys to Success
At Allstate, it’s all about teamwork, flexibility, and thinking ahead. We all contribute to the bigger picture, combining unique ideas to design innovative, more affordable protection solutions for customers.
We look for candidates with these skills to help us achieve that goal:
Learning agility
Quickly adapt to new situations, continually build new skills, experiment, and embrace new ways of doing things
Customer centricity
Deliver exceptional experience with a customer-first mindset and human-centered design
Digital literacy
Discover and apply emerging digital technology tools, data and insights.
Results-oriented
Start with measurable outcomes and drive results with speed
Inclusive leadership
Integrate diverse viewpoints into decision-making processes to enhance creativity and innovation
Together, we’re all working toward Our Shared Purpose, using our strengths to make a real difference for our people, our customers, our company, and the world around us.
Working together
You’re in Good Hands® is more than a promise we make to our customers. It’s a promise we make to our employees, too.
We want you to love where you work. That starts with the freedom to be yourself. Our workplace flexibility and focus on individuality means everyone is seen, heard and respected.
When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to push your skills to the next level with access to development programs to support your career aspirations – whatever that means for you. Because as you learn and grow, so do we.
Working here also means getting the chance to make a real impact in your community. We have been driving change for over 90 years, but the mark we leave on the world can be even greater when we work together.
Benefits
Experience the benefits that make Allstate a great place to work.
*Benefits vary based on position.
Health
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- HSAs and FSAs
- Wellbeing programs
- Free therapy sessions
Retirement
- 401(k) plan
- Pension plan
- Free financial counseling
Work-life balance
- Paid time off
- Work flexibility
Career development
- Talent shares
- Tuition reimbursement
- Learning opportunities
For a full description of Allstate’s benefits visit our benefits page
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