Immigration Solicitor

Jago Consultants; Bedford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm is seeking an immigration solicitor based in Bedford with at least 2 years PQE. The role requires managing a variety of immigration applications, including Points Based Applications and British Citizenship. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and the ability to work diligently under pressure.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years PQE in immigration law.
• Experience with various immigration applications.
• Ability to work under heavy workload.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of immigration applications and appeals.
• Draft relevant documentation and communicate with clients.
• Apply immigration rules to client circumstances.

Skills

Knowledge of immigration rules

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Education

Solicitor qualification (2 years PQE)

Job description

On behalf of our client, we are looking for an immigration solicitor with at least 2 years PQE who has good experience working in a busy immigration law firm. The duties and responsibilities will include handling all aspects of immigration applications, appeals, and Judicial Reviews.

The successful candidate will also be expected to have:

• Good knowledge of immigration rules, visa categories, application forms, procedures, and requirements;
• Experience dealing with various immigration applications including Points Based Applications, Spouse visas, British Citizenship applications, Tier-based applications, Sponsor Licence and Certificate of Sponsorship applications, and personal immigration applications;
• Excellent communication and drafting skills;
• The ability to work under heavy workload and tight deadlines;
• Ability to work as part of a team;
• Skills to correctly apply relevant Immigration Rules and Regulations to clients' circumstances;
• Good analytical skills;

This role is based at our client's office in Bedford.