Paralegal - Immigration

DAC Beachcroft; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Paralegal to join their Immigration Team in Manchester. The ideal candidate will have prior Paralegal experience, particularly in immigration law. Responsibilities include managing visa applications and supporting businesses with immigration-related queries. This role offers a chance to develop a career in immigration law within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a 2.1 in Law or a related subject.
• Experience as a Paralegal, particularly in immigration.
• Strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Handle applications for various work visas.
• Assist businesses with sponsoring overseas workers.
• Advise on family visa applications.

Skills

Good academic record with a 2.1 in Law or a related subject

Previous experience as a Paralegal

Interest in pursuing a career in immigration law

Confident communicator

Sound IT skills

Flexible and self-motivated team player

Education

Degree in Law or a related subject

Job description

Paralegal - Immigration

Department: Employment, Pensions and Immigration - North

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Manchester

Description

Our Immigration Team are on the lookout for a talented and highly motivated individual to join us as a Paralegal. We are interested in hearing from individuals who have previous experience of working in a Paralegal role, especially those coming from an Immigration background.

Key Responsibilities

• Applications for a variety of work visas;
• Assisting businesses with queries relating to sponsoring overseas workers;
• Advising on visa applications by family members of British citizens;
• Supporting businesses with right to work checks;
• Supporting clients with sponsorship licence audits and applications.

We remain flexible to be able to work from either Bristol, Manchester (where the hiring supervisor will be based), Leeds, Newcastle or London.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• A good academic record with a 2.1 in Law or a related subject.
• Previous experience of working as a Paralegal, especially those coming from within an immigration team.
• A keen interest in pursuing a career in immigration law.
• A confident communicator.
• An eye for quality and sound IT skills.
• A flexible and self-motivated team player.
• A desire to grow their career within DACB.