Legal Counsel jobs in United Kingdom

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Barnes Harrild & Dyer Solicitors, with offices in Croydon and Central London, is a leading firm specializing in Immigration, Asylum & Human Rights law, recognized by Legal 500. We hold LAA contracts in various areas and handle diverse cases including asylum, trafficking victims, detained clients, unlawful detention claims, and judicial reviews.

Positions are open to all experience levels, with responsibilities tailored accordingly. We support flexible and remote working, equipped with cloud-based IT systems and necessary equipment.

Minimum requirements: Level 1, 2, or 3 of the SRA Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme. Salary ranges from £35,000 to £50,000, plus performance bonuses. Opportunities include working on high-profile cases, such as challenges against the Home Office’s Rwanda policy.

Minimum requirements: any level of the SRA Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme. Salary ranges from £18,000 to £30,000 depending on accreditation and experience.

The firm offers training contracts to successful candidates, starting after achieving Level 2 accreditation, with a 12-month training period. You will work on various cases and develop skills in advocacy, drafting, and legal research.

Opportunities for law graduates or those interested in asylum law to become trainee caseworkers. We support your accreditation and career development within the firm.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to a supportive, family-like working environment.

Please send your CV to daniel.young@bhdsolicitors.co.uk. Suitable candidates will be invited for interviews. Apply soon to avoid disappointment.

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