Immigration Paralegal

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated immigration paralegal to join their growing team in a supportive environment. This role offers a competitive starting salary and the chance for career progression. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of paralegal experience and be fluent in Urdu/Hindi or Punjabi to cater to a diverse client base. Responsibilities include assisting with case management, drafting legal documents, and liaising with clients and immigration authorities. If you're passionate about immigration law and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year previous experience as a paralegal preferred.
• Fluency in Urdu/Hindi or Punjabi is essential due to client base.

Responsibilities

• Assist fee earners with case conduct and client communication.
• Draft correspondence and undertake legal research.

Skills

Fluent Urdu/Hindi or Punjabi

Legal Research

Client Liaison

Drafting Correspondence

Education

Paralegal Experience

Tools

LEAP Software

Job description

Office Location: New Office in Wembley HA9

At Elaahi & Co Solicitors, we have brought together a team of talented lawyers from a variety of backgrounds who share a single commitment: to be experts in their fields and to use their expertise to further the interests of our clients.

We offer specialist advice in all aspects of immigration & asylum law, with particular expertise in detention, deportation, partner/spouse, family life and deportation cases. We also assist clients in respect of Points-Based System, business immigration and nationality matters.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an immigration paralegal to work in a friendly and supportive environment offering a competitive starting salary, where candidates have a great opportunity to progress their career. We are looking to fill a full time position with an immediate start available. We are only looking to hire candidates who can speak fluent Urdu/Hindi or Punjabi due to our client base. A minimum of one year previous experience as a paralegal is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting fee earners with the conduct of their cases
• Liaising with clients directly
• Drafting correspondence for clients, the Home Office and the immigration tribunal for fee earner review
• Undertaking legal research
• Arranging appointments at the UK Visas and Immigration and liaising with the visa agent
• Drafting immigration application forms
• Reviewing documents and preparing application bundles
• General administration

Job Types: Full-time office based

Salary: £23,000.00-£27,000.00 per year (depending on experience)

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Paralegal: 1 year (preferred)
• Experience using LEAP software and a minimum of one year previous experience as a paralegal (preferred)

Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit.