Remote LGBTQI+ Asylum Legal Advisor

Freemovement; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated legal support organization in London is seeking an experienced Legal Officer to deliver legal advice services to LGBTQI+ individuals seeking asylum. You will help improve the representation and support for these clients, coordinate training for legal professionals, and work with a network of caseworkers. This hybrid role offers a starting salary of £34,000, with the potential for annual increases, 25 days of annual leave, and an emphasis on work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Statutory employer pension contribution

Work-life balance focus

Annual leave increasing with service

Qualifications

• Experience in providing legal advice services focused on asylum.
• Ability to work collaboratively under guidance, develop networks.
• Strong understanding of asylum support and relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver legal advice services to LGBTQI+ asylum seekers.
• Provide casework assistance and second-tier advice.
• Design and deliver training to other legal professionals.
• Write policy and briefing papers.

Skills

Legal advice service delivery

Experience in asylum legal aid

Policy work and training

Network coordination

Education

Qualified solicitor or barrister

OISC Level 3 accreditation

Job description

A dedicated legal support organization in London is seeking an experienced Legal Officer to deliver legal advice services to LGBTQI+ individuals seeking asylum. You will help improve the representation and support for these clients, coordinate training for legal professionals, and work with a network of caseworkers. This hybrid role offers a starting salary of £34,000, with the potential for annual increases, 25 days of annual leave, and an emphasis on work-life balance.