Legal Assistant

INS Immigration Network Services Inc.; Makati; On-site; PHP 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

A visa support service provider in Metro Manila is seeking candidates to assist immigration lawyers in processing visa applications. Responsibilities include researching immigration laws, guiding applicants through procedures, and ensuring compliance with requirements. Fresh graduates with some legal background are encouraged to apply. The position requires maintaining accurate records and communicating updates to clients promptly. Join us to enhance your professional skills in the immigration domain.

Qualifications

• Must be a tertiary level graduate at least.
• Fresh Graduates are welcome to apply, but experience is an advantage.
• Applicants with a background in legal work are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to immigration lawyer.
• Research new policies and laws relevant to cases.
• Review and process visa applications accurately.
• Verify documents for compliance with legal requirements.
• Guide applicants on visa procedures and requirements.
• Respond to inquiries regarding application statuses.
• Coordinate with embassies and consulates for approvals.
• Maintain accurate records of visa applications.
• Stay updated on immigration laws and policies.
• Double-check applications for accuracy.

Education

Tertiary education

Job description

Legal Background

• Provide essential support to immigration lawyer.
• Researching and outlining new policies and laws relevant to cases.

Application Processing

• Review and process visa applications accurately and efficiently.
• Verify documents to ensure compliance with legal and organizational requirements.
• Ensure all required forms, supporting documents, and fees are submitted correctly.

Client Assistance

• Provide guidance to applicants on visa procedures, timelines, and requirements.
• Respond to inquiries via phone, email, or in person regarding application statuses or issues.

Coordination and Communication

• Coordinate with embassies, consulates, and government agencies for application approvals or clarifications.
• Communicate updates or additional document requirements to applicants promptly.

Record Management

• Maintain accurate records of visa applications an their statuses in the company's database.
• Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive client information.

Compliance and Reporting

• Stay updated on immigration laws, policies, and procedures.
• Report any discrepancies or fraudulent activities to management.

Quality Assurance

• Double-check applications for accuracy to minimize errors and delays.
• Assist in improving visa processing workflows and systems for better efficiency.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

• Must be a tertiary level graduate at least.
• Fresh Graduates are welcome to apply, but experience is an advantage.
• Applicants with background in legal work are preferred.