Immigration Paralegal: Growth & Relocation Package

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an immigration paralegal in a small friendly and supportive environment. The role offers a competitive starting salary and a chance for career progression.

Ideal candidates will be responsible for the following duties:

• Assisting fee earners with the conduct of their cases
• Liaising directly with clients
• Drafting correspondence to clients, the Home Office, and the Tribunal
• Undertaking legal research using a variety of online and reference sources
• Preparing applications on behalf of clients for submission to the Home Office
• Reviewing documents and preparing appeal bundles
• Arranging appointments at UK Visas and Immigration and liaising with visa agents
• General administration tasks
• Managing caseload from start to finish
• Managing a caseload up to a level of accreditation for legal aid work
• Methodically analysing and summarising issues; finding solutions and communicating them effectively

• Willingness to work towards Level 1 and/or Level 2 Immigration Accreditation (training will be provided)
• Degree level education with a legal background (e.g., LLB or law related degree, or equivalent)
• Ability to formulate detailed legal representations
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and contract targets
• Ability to work independently, prioritise work and take initiative
• Understanding and sensitivity to other cultures and commitment to Equal Opportunities
• Strong ethical standards, team spirit, humility and passion for the work
• Commercial awareness and practical IT skills
• Preference for knowledge of an additional language
• Must be able to commute to the head office in Northenden, Manchester

Job Type: Permanent, Full time, Graduate
Pay: £21,000.00-£24,000.00 per year (Negotiable depending on experience)
Experience: Paralegal - 1 year (preferred)

• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On site parking

Schedule: Day shift, Monday to Friday.
Eligible to commute reliably to Manchester, or be willing to relocate with a relocation package.