[Hiring] Correspondence Specialist @Political Asylum Lawyers

Role Description

We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented Correspondence Specialist who excels at managing official communications and is passionate about advocating for people facing crisis. You'll work from home and need a quiet space, fast internet, and the discipline to stay on task without close supervision.

Your primary focus will be managing all official correspondence received from government entities and other stakeholders. This includes:

• Reviewing scanned mail and email daily.
• Following detailed handling instructions to determine the right action for each item.
• Updating internal systems and calendars.
• Notifying the right people and clients on time.

This role is vital at the firm and must be handled with exceptional care and professionalism. Attention to detail is everything.

You must be flexible as the nature of your tasks may change daily or over time. Policies and procedures will change frequently, as we're a fast-growing company constantly experimenting to optimize our delivery of services.

At times, the work is intense, as we're doing important, in some cases life-or-death, work for clients on compressed timelines. If you can handle that and you're passionate about supporting people who truly need the best help possible as they face crisis, you'll find working at Political Asylum Lawyers immensely rewarding.

This role is open to candidates located in Argentina.

Qualifications

• A genuine commitment to helping immigrants secure their future in the United States through asylum.
• Outstanding organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Fluency in Spanish and English - you'll use both every day on the job.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously and track tasks without close supervision.
• Empathy and patience when working with clients in crisis situations.
• The ability to work well under pressure and maintain accuracy during intense periods.
• Tech-forward skills and eagerness to learn new online systems and procedures.

Requirements

• Review and manage scanned mail and email correspondence daily.
• Apply firm-specific handling instructions to determine the appropriate course of action for each item.
• Notify relevant personnel about important or time-sensitive correspondence.
• Ensure all mail processing is completed according to the firm's procedures and protocols.
• Update internal calendars by adding events and deadlines based on correspondence.
• Send timely email notifications to clients and personnel regarding updates and deadlines.
• Ensure all information is entered accurately into internal systems to avoid missed deadlines.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for correspondence-related inquiries within the firm.
• Collaborate with other departments by providing timely notifications and updates.
• Ensure smooth, clear communication around mail processing to support operational needs.
• Provide cross-departmental support to assist other teams with projects or initiatives, as needed.
• Support the creation and enhancement of company protocols and processes.

Benefits

• This position offers a monthly gross salary of USD 1,300, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• 11 U.S. federal holidays off (paid) regardless of your location.
• Week between Christmas and New Year's — office closed, fully paid.
• Local holiday work that doesn't coincide with a U.S. holiday is compensated per your country's labor laws.
• Comprehensive training program — we invest in bringing you up to speed on our systems and best practices.
• Mentorship and collaboration — learn from experienced practitioners in your field and contribute your expertise.
• Career advancement paths — we promote from within and create opportunities.
• Equipment support — stipend or provided equipment to set up your home office, available after 4 months on the job.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a resume and a cover letter, both of which must be in English. Your application won’t be considered without a cover letter. Your cover letter should explain why you’re uniquely qualified for this particular position, and why you would be a great fit for our law firm. Generic, copy/paste cover letters will be discarded.

Upload your cover letter and resume, in PDF format, through the software program where you’re viewing this announcement. Please do not call or email us about this opening.