Muhab Youssef
Summary
Seasoned legal expert specializing in global immigration, conflict resolution, and compliance, with a decade of experience. Achievements include implementing innovative compliance technologies, and developing policies that enhance operational performance. Skilled in managing RFPs and facilitating cross-border immigration processes. Strategic Senior Associate with expertise in cross-functional collaboration and process automation. Demonstrated success in aligning firmwide priorities with operational needs, fostering stakeholder relationships, and leading transformative technology initiatives to enhance HR and legal practices. Innovative professional recognized for leading technology pilots and advancing workflow optimization. Experience in cross-functional collaboration to identify and implement scalable solutions that reduce manual effort and enhance compliance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Associate - Human Capital Management
Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC.
Dallas, Texas
04.2022 - Current
- Partner with Transactional Practice – Work closely with cross-functional teams—including Mobility, M&A, Engineering, and Leadership—to understand end-to-end workflows, uncover operational challenges, and implement scalable solutions aligned with firm-wide objectives.
- Engage and Influence – Collaborate extensively with HCM leadership, immigration attorneys, CPAs, and Relocation Specialists, representing innovation and modernization initiatives in stakeholder meetings, training sessions, and cross-practice forums.
- Align Strategy Firmwide – Ensure global Mobility and HR-specific needs are integrated into broader firmwide innovation and policy priorities, serving as a strategic connector between attorneys, Operations teams, and leadership.
- Advance Workflow Optimization – Map HR, Mobility, and legal operations processes to identify opportunities for automation, AI enablement, and data-driven improvements that increase efficiency and reduce manual effort.
- Delivered proofs of concept – Developed and tested functional pilots and prototypes for high-impact use cases in immigration, mobility, and HR operations, showcasing scalability and practical application.
- Assessed and improved workflows – Partnered with legal, tax, and relocation teams to evaluate existing processes, diagnose pain points, and analyze risk implications for technology-driven enhancements.
- Lead Technology Pilots – Design, execute, and manage innovation pilots end-to-end—including scoping, metrics development, timeline management, risk assessment, and stakeholder communication.
- Promoted adoption and change – Led change management efforts by developing training and communication plans to facilitate successful technology adoption and behavior shifts across HR and legal practice groups.
- Leverage External Partnerships – Build and maintain strong relationships with immigration firms, tech vendors, relocation providers, and innovation partners to support implementation and long-term success of Mobility and HR solutions.
- Champion Responsible Innovation – Partner with Applied Innovation and Responsible AI teams to ensure ethical, compliant, and secure deployment of automation and AI technologies within HR and Mobility functions.
- Support Firmwide Growth – Contribute to the strategic development of innovation roadmaps and the firm's long-term modernization agenda, supporting evolving priorities, special projects, and enterprise-wide initiatives.
Immigration Paralegal
Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP.
Dallas, Texas
10.2020 - 04.2022
- Advised senior stakeholders in technology, apparel, and healthcare sectors on complex immigration matters, ensuring compliance and informed decision-making.
- Managed high-volume IV/NIV caseloads with 100% compliance from intake to final adjudication.
- Designed tailored visa strategies and prepared H-1B, TN, L-1, O-1, EB-1, F-1, and J-1 filings.
- Drafted persuasive support letters and high-quality RFE responses for nuanced cases, enhancing case approval rates.
- Collaborated with corporate clients, HRBPs, Global Mobility teams, and external vendors for immigration guidance.
- Established trust with business leaders in fast-paced global environments through effective communication, fostering collaboration on immigration strategies.
Immigration Legal Assistant
Mark Murad Law Firm
Glendale, California
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Managed diverse portfolio of immigration cases, including employment-based visas (L1, H-1B) and humanitarian visa applications, ensuring timely compliance with immigration regulations.
Senior Legal Assistant (Protection Unit)
United Nations High Commissioner of Refugees
Cairo, Egypt
08.2015 - 07.2017
- Contributed to UNHCR's annual Impact Report by managing timelines, coordinating data collection, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration with communications, public policy, and government relations teams.
- Crafted narratives to highlight organizational mission and success stories, enhancing stakeholder engagement.
- Curated legal content and workflows to support training and scalable operations.
- Built a centralized repository of best practices and policies to improve legal team efficiency.
- Supported implementation of UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights by conducting due diligence and documenting processes.
- Developed KPIs and frameworks to evaluate human rights program effectiveness and innovation ROI.
- Cultivated relationships with strategic organizations to advance collaborative advocacy in human rights.
- Managed sub-regional resettlement programs with conflict-sensitive approaches, analyzing trends to inform evidence-based strategies.
Refugee Status Determination Legal Assistant; Asylum Officer
United Nations High Commissioner of Refugees
Cairo, Egypt
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Asylum & Human Rights Legal Analysis - Adjudicated asylum claims through applicant interviews, case law research, and Country of Origin analysis. Interpreted UN treaties, U.S. regulations, and precedent decisions to issue written eligibility determinations. Conducted comparative legal analysis between national and international human rights law.
Education
LL.M -
UCLA SCHOOL OF LAW
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIALL.B -
AIN SHAMS UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF LAW
CAIRO, EGYPTSkills
- Compliance and risk management
- Fraud investigations
- Proposal management
- Immigration program management
- Vendor onboarding and offboarding
- Talent management
- Stakeholder guidance
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Communications review
- Multilingual communication
- Cultural sensitivity training
- Workflow optimization
- Process automation
- Technology integration
- Change management
Timeline
Senior Associate - Human Capital Management
Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC.
04.2022 - Current
Immigration Paralegal
Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP.
10.2020 - 04.2022
Immigration Legal Assistant
Mark Murad Law Firm
01.2019 - 09.2019
Senior Legal Assistant (Protection Unit)
United Nations High Commissioner of Refugees
08.2015 - 07.2017
Refugee Status Determination Legal Assistant; Asylum Officer
United Nations High Commissioner of Refugees
08.2014 - 08.2015
LL.M -
UCLA SCHOOL OF LAW
LL.B -
AIN SHAMS UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF LAW