Immigration Solicitor (Head of Department)

ENL Legal Recruitment; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established regional law firm is seeking a dynamic Head of Immigration or Immigration Partner to spearhead their corporate immigration department. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive growth and strategy within a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess over 8 years of PQE in immigration law, showcasing a strong business development background and the ability to work autonomously. Join a firm recognized for its excellence and innovation, where your contributions will significantly impact the future of the immigration team. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits await the right individual ready to take the next step in their career.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years PQE in immigration law required.
• Proven track record in business development and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the corporate immigration department.
• Manage a caseload of high-quality immigration matters.

Skills

Business Development

Immigration Law Expertise

Leadership

Autonomous Work

Education

Qualified Solicitor

8+ Years PQE

Job description

Head of Immigration / Immigration Partner with a minimum of 8 + PQE, based in one of the firm’s West Midlands offices is sought to join this leading regional law firm. On offer is an excellent starting salary with a comprehensive benefits package.

JOB TITLE: Head of Immigration / Immigration Partner
PQE REQUIRED: 8+ PQE
LOCATION: Birmingham City Centre
SALARY: Excellent Starting Salary

THE ROLE:
Our client is looking to continue the expansion of their corporate immigration department with the appointment of a new Partner. Our client has a focused strategy for growth over the coming years and, as such, they are looking to recruit exceptionally talented and ambitious senior Solicitors to help drive this growth forward. As a senior member of the Immigration team, the appointed Immigration Partner will be given the scope and autonomy to further develop this department, along with running their own caseload comprising of high quality matters. The role comes with a competitive salary, as well as an attractive benefits package.

THE CANDIDATE:
This role would suit a senior Immigration Solicitor looking for a step up to partnership or an existing Immigration Partner looking for their next challenge at a growing and impressive, regional law firm. The successful Immigration Partner will be a highly driven and focused individual and have an excellent track record of undertaking successful business development. Ideally, the appointed Immigration Partner will have had at least eight years of experience gained working in this area of law, and will be comfortable working autonomously and contributing ideas for strategy and growth. A following is essential for this role and any experience of supervising junior members of staff would also be a distinct advantage.

THE FIRM:
This law firm is an innovator in their field, forward thinking, fast paced and dynamic with a clear and focused strategy for growth over the next few years. Punching well above its weight they are consistently recognised in Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. The firm offers a full range of commercial services and boasts some of the most impressive names in the Midlands, a highly talented group of lawyers who consistently attract a quality of work more frequently associated with London and the West End firms.

PACKAGE:
The role comes with a competitive salary, as well as an attractive benefits package.

HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Penny Trotman at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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