Fragomen
Job title:
Immigration Paralegal
Company
Fragomen
Job description
Job DescriptionWe are currently recruiting for an Immigration Paralegal to join our UK Inbound team on a full time, permanent basis.About us:Fragomen is the world’s leading exclusive provider of immigration services. We are a firm of more than 6,200 immigration-focused professionals and staff spanning more than 60 offices worldwide. Immigration has been our sole focus for 70 years, and today we offer support in more than 170 countries. We are problem-solvers, innovators and established thought leaders in immigration, providing strategic immigration advice to a diverse range of clients from individuals to the world’s leading multinational corporations.Fragomen’s professionals are respected thought leaders in the immigration field providing expertise to governments across the world including the US Congress, the UK Parliament, the European Union and the United Nations.A career at Fragomen will provide you with the opportunity to work in an exciting environment for a broad range of clients, where no two days will be the same. You will face interesting challenges and you will work with dedicated, friendly and ambitious people, where providing exceptional client service is at the core of what we do. We are extremely proud of our diverse workforce at Fragomen and we are fully committed to providing equal opportunities. We believe that our differences make us stronger.About the team:You would be joining a well-established UK-inbound team of legal professionals. Together with senior colleagues, your role will focus on supporting the UK immigration programme for one of the firm’s largest clients. In addition, you will be expected to support and, with time, lead transactional work and account management for a number of smaller clients.The team will support your learning and personal growth on your journey to technical proficiency in UK immigration laws and excellent customer service skills.About the role:
The Immigration Paralegal will assist in the day-to-day functions of the UK Inbound team including all aspects of casework and the preparation of applications. They will be involved in both internal and external meetings, training presentation and various projects. They will be expected to build technical expertise for sponsored worker visa applications and work on various other immigration application types.Other key responsibilities will include:
- Assisting in preparing and delivering client presentations, best practice sessions and training materials
- Supporting senior colleagues with cases and managing own caseload
- Reviewing client queries and drafting responses
- Reviewing and preparing documentation for various immigration applications
- Advising clients on immigration compliance
- Utilising Fragomen’s in-house case management systems
- Running and analysing reports
- Providing general administrative support as required
About you:Ideally you will have previous experience within immigration or a client-facing professional role. A law degree is not required but a desire to develop your career within a corporate environment is essential. The ideal candidate would be willing to volunteer for project work, such as preparing presentations, drafting articles, and helping with marketing activity and social pillars.Also required:
- Displays professionalism, quality service and a “can do” attitude to internal members/departments of the Firm as well as external clients and vendors
- Is able to learn procedural and processing requirements for various visa types
- Builds knowledge of firm and client processes
- Demonstrates attention to detail and achieves high level of productivity
- Multitasks in a fast-paced environment with competing demands
- Meets assigned deadlines and communicates case progress/status/issues to supervisors
- Demonstrates flexibility and initiative regarding assignments for self and team
- Contributes to positive work environment
- Develops strong working relationships with team members and gains their confidence through displaying professionalism and efficiency in all communications
- Demonstrates professionalism and confidence in all communications with their team as well as accuracy and proficiency in written communications
Please note: The closing date for applications is Monday 15th July 2024.Fragomen in London:
Our London office has over 340 people working collaboratively and creating a dynamic, positive environment. You can expect a great working environment and regular events such as Summer and Christmas parties, social and cultural events.The Firm operates a hybrid working model, which incorporates a blend of in-person attendance as well as working from home – our aim being to fully leverage our remote working technology and provide a balance for our people in the way that they work.Whether in the office or working remotely, we are proud of our team spirit and we like to reflect this in the way that we work and everything we do. Our Responsible Business Practices (“RBP”) prioritises Fragomen’s social responsibility through one cross-cutting theme and five focus areas of Wellbeing, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, CSR including Pro Bono, Social and Sustainability. The RBP initiatives offer great opportunities for everyone at Fragomen to get involved and help steer a variety of initiatives and activities.Fragomen is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, heritage, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or intersex status.
Expected salary
Location
London
Job date
Thu, 11 Jul 2024 05:56:10 GMT
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