Remote Immigration Paralegal — Detail‑Driven Legal Support

Offshore Virtual Assistants; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

Offshore Virtual Assistants, based in Sydney, seeks an Immigration Paralegal to support lawyers and clients on migration matters. This role emphasizes precision, client communication, and timely delivery of work products in a remote setting.

The ideal candidate will manage documents, draft submissions, and stay current with Australian immigration law, while collaborating with a team of migration professionals.

Qualifications

• Degree in Legal Studies or equivalent qualification.
• Prior experience in a paralegal role, preferably in migration or administrative law.
• Strong knowledge of Australian immigration processes and relevant legislation.
• High-level written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to produce error‑free documents.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Experience with legal document drafting and case management software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote or office environment.
• Knowledge of Migration Manager software recommended

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality paralegal support to lawyers, management, and clients.
• Deliver 100% of assigned workload on or before client-related critical dates.
• Draft letters of instruction, client statements, legal submissions, and correspondence to high standards.
• Prepare applications to the Department of Immigration & Border Protection and related bodies.
• Produce independently accurate work, maintaining confidentiality and legal integrity.
• Assist lawyers in managing files and progressing client-related tasks to final delivery.
• Upload supporting evidence and documentation to case management systems.
• Handle general administrative tasks, including filing, record keeping, and file maintenance.
• Liaise professionally with clients, third-party stakeholders, lawyers, and Counsel.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of immigration laws and processes.
• Update Migration Manager with correspondence and document review

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Paralegal experience

Drafting letters

Legal research

Client liaison

Education

Degree in Legal Studies

Tools

Migration Manager

Case management software

Job description

Offshore Virtual Assistants, based in Sydney, seeks an Immigration Paralegal to support lawyers and clients on migration matters. This role emphasizes precision, client communication, and timely delivery of work products in a remote setting.

The ideal candidate will manage documents, draft submissions, and stay current with Australian immigration law, while collaborating with a team of migration professionals.