Immigration Solicitor / Fee Earner

As an Immigration Solicitor/Fee Earner, your role involves advising clients on various aspects of immigration law. Here are the key responsibilities and qualifications for this position:

• Responsibilities:


• Advising Clients: You'll provide legal advice to clients on immigration matters, including visa applications, entry clearance, residency, nationality, and asylum claims.


• Business Immigration: Handling business-related immigration cases, such as Tier 1 entrepreneur visas, sponsor license applications, and intra-company transfers.


• Compliance Assistance: Assisting corporate clients with immigration compliance, including right-to-work checks and sponsor duties.


• Representation: Representing clients in immigration appeals and judicial reviews before the First-tier Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber) and Upper Tribunal.


• EU Law Guidance: Providing legal guidance on European Union law, including applications under the EU Settlement Scheme.


• Legal Research: Conducting legal research and staying updated with changes in immigration rules and regulations.


• Document Drafting: Drafting legal documents, including visa applications, appeals, witness statements, and legal submissions.


• Client Relationships: Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, immigration authorities, and external stakeholders.


• Collaboration: Collaborating with colleagues and immigration consultants to deliver comprehensive and effective immigration services.
  
  Qualified Solicitor: You must hold a valid practicing certificate in England and Wales.


• Experience: Proven experience in immigration law, with a focus on business immigration and asylum cases.


• Knowledge: Sound understanding of UK immigration rules, policies, and procedures.


• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly and concisely.


• Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, paying attention to detail.


• Independence: Ability to work independently and manage a diverse caseload efficiently.


• Client-Centric Approach: Commitment to delivering high-quality legal services and achieving positive outcomes for clients.


• Multilingual Skills: Multilingual abilities and experience working with multicultural clients are advantageous.
  
  £40,158 - £46,691 a year - Permanent