Immigration Paralegal

Our client, is a highly regarded Legal 500 legal practice with specialist expertise in immigration law. As a result of sustained growth, they now seeking a talented and dedicated Immigration Paralegal to strengthen our driven yet supportive team. This permanent, full-time opportunity is an ideal platform for a confident paralegal who is passionate about immigration law and keen to contribute to a dynamic legal environment.

Key Responsibilities in Immigration Law – Paralegal Role

• Manage and progress a caseload of immigration matters, including but not limited to visa applications, sponsor licence matters, nationality applications, corporate immigration.
• Draft, review, and submit legal correspondence, forms, statements, and associated documentation to the Home Office and relevant authorities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to current immigration legislation and policy.
• Conduct legal research on evolving immigration law and policy, providing updates and concise reports to the team as necessary.
• Liaise sensitively and professionally with clients from a range of backgrounds, providing clear updates, gathering required information, and ensuring exceptional client care at all stages of the process.
• Assist fee earners and solicitors in preparing for client meetings, interviews, and tribunal hearings as required.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate case management records, utilising case management systems and complying with GDPR, SRA, and firm regulations.
• Support and foster collaborative working within the immigration team, sharing knowledge and best practice to support excellent legal outcomes.

Essential Skills, Experience, and Knowledge for an Immigration Paralegal

• Demonstrable experience handling a range of private and/or corporate immigration matters as a paralegal within a law firm or relevant legal environment.
• Solid working knowledge of UK immigration law, Home Office policy, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent organisational skills – able to work independently to progress multiple files and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to advise and support clients clearly and empathetically.
• High attention to detail, strong drafting skills, and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Competence using legal case management software and standard office IT applications.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team and willingness to engage in ongoing professional development.

Preferred Qualifications and Additional Experience

• Law degree, LPC, or previous paralegal/immigration experience in a reputable firm highly desirable.
• Experience assisting with sponsor licence applications and corporate immigration matters is a distinct advantage.
• Multi-lingual abilities are welcomed, though not required.
• Familiarity with remote working, case management systems, and modern legal processes advantageous.

Immigration Paralegal – Benefits and Professional Development

• Salary £26,000 – £30,000
• Access to hybrid working arrangements.
• Central London offices
• Clear routes for advancement; opportunities to expand your legal skills in immigration and beyond.
• Excellent ongoing training, technical support, and mentoring