Senior Immigration Consultant

Job Number: J- Job Title: Senior Immigration Consultant Job Category: Human Resources (Recruitment, Benefits, Immigration, Labour Relations, L&D, Payroll) Job Type: Permanent Full Time Work Location: Corporate Number of Positions: 1

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a Senior Immigration Consultant to join our Immigration Team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits planincluding an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Serve as the organization’s subject matter expert on immigration programs, ensuring compliance with all federal and provincial legislation with a focus on Atlantic Canada and Ontario
• Assess and adjudicate complex immigration cases, determining appropriate pathways for foreign nationals from hire through to permanent residency
• Provide consultation and guidance to Recruitment, HR Business Partners, and leaders on immigration-related matters
• Lead and support the immigration compliance audit process, including reporting, follow-up, and risk mitigation
• Oversee and provide guidance to Immigration Consultants and Assistants, including onboarding, training, and quality review of applications
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including government bodies, to support successful immigration outcomes and program alignment

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability, you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Registered Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) designation with active membership in good standing
• Minimum of three to five years of experience as an Immigration Consultant
• Strong knowledge of Canadian immigration programs and pathways
• Experience managing complex immigration cases and providing end-to-end application support
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail when handling sensitive information
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder relationship skills
• Valid driver’s license

Apply today to join the Shannex team of Great People!

Great People is a core value at Shannex, grounded in the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and to fostering a culture that celebrates individuality and ensures every person is treated with fairness and respect. Here, every team member belongs. With locations across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, our team members help build communities that support connection, wellbeing, and longevity.

Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. In addition, Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit .

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.