Senior Registered Migration Agent - PLAYFAIR

MIA; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

PLAYFAIR, Sydney-based migration law firm, is seeking an experienced immigration lawyer to join our team. The role involves handling employer-sponsored, family and skilled visa matters, providing comprehensive advice to corporate clients and individuals, and managing a full caseload.

You will prepare and lodge visa applications, liaise with the Department of Home Affairs, maintain client confidentiality, and contribute to a collaborative practice that values rigorous analysis and professional

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in immigration law, specializing in employer-sponsored, family or skilled visa matters.
• Solid understanding of visa processes and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage client files, communicate clearly and maintain confidentiality.
• Experience in litigation and Federal Court matters is highly beneficial.
• Maintain and update professional knowledge via CPD and professional organisations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal advice and assistance to corporate clients and individuals across visa subclasses.
• Assume carriage of a caseload primarily comprising employer-sponsored, family and skilled visas.
• Prepare, review and lodge visa applications and migration-related submissions, including skills assessments and merits reviews.
• Manage progress of client files from start to finish.
• Liaise with clients, the Department of Home Affairs and external organisations as appropriate.
• Work within established routines, maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• Maintain accurate files in accordance with LEAP Migration Manager protocols.

Skills

Migration law

Australian immigration law

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

Independent & team work

Litigation & Federal Court

Tools

Migration Manager

Job description

PLAYFAIR is one of Australia’s leading providers of migration and related legal services. Since its establishment in 1988, PLAYFAIR has delivered policy advice, professional services, and legal support across a broad spectrum of visa types to multinational and Australian corporate sponsors, high-net-worth individuals, government and non-government organisations, and humanitarian clients worldwide.
We have served applicants from over 70 countries and facilitated more than 32,000 visa applications. Since 2002, PLAYFAIR has been contracted by the Australian Commonwealth Government to provide immigration assistance to asylum seekers, refugees, and disadvantaged humanitarian applicants—both onshore and offshore.

About the Role

Full-time role based in our Sydney office, Level 8, 229 Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW 2000

The employee is expected to fulfil the specific duties outlined by the CEO and senior management. From time to time, these may include any or all of the duties listed below.

• Provide comprehensive legal advice and assistance to corporate clients and individuals across a range of visa subclasses.
• Assume carriage of a caseload consisting primarily of employer-sponsored, family and skilled visa matters.
• Prepare, review and lodge visa applications and other migration-related applications, including skills assessments and requests for merits review.
• Manage the progress of client files from beginning to end.
• Liaise with clients, the Department of Home Affairs and external organisations, where appropriate.
• Work within established routines, methods and procedures, exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain accurate files in accordance with LEAP Migration Manager protocols.
  

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Familiarity with Migration Manager is an advantage.
• Sound understanding of Australian immigration laws, regulations and visa application processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in litigation and Federal Court matters is highly beneficial.
  

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Maintain and update professional knowledge by participating in regular CPD and related educational opportunities, reading professional publications and participating in professional organisations.
  

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in immigration law, specifically in employer-sponsored, family and/or skilled visa matters.