Immigration Associate 1-5 PQE (12 month FTC)

Immigration Associate | 12-Month FTC | London

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A highly regarded international law firm is looking to hire an Immigration Associate on a 12-month fixed-term contract, covering maternity leave.

This is an excellent opportunity for a 1-5 PQE UK immigration lawyer to join a high-performing and expanding practice, working closely with recognised experts across both corporate and personal immigration.

***City Experience is a must***

The team advises a broad client base including multinational corporations, start-ups, high-net-worth individuals and their families, with particular expertise across sponsor licence work, Home Office audits and investigations, Skilled Worker and Global Business Mobility routes.

The successful candidate will gain exposure to a varied caseload, including:

• Corporate immigration matters, including sponsor licence applications, management and compliance

• Skilled Worker and Global Business Mobility applications

• HNW immigration, including Innovator Founder, Global Talent, settlement, citizenship and complex passport applications

• Offshore energy clients and sponsorship/visa applications for crew working on UK projects

• Direct client contact, including attending meetings and advising on UK immigration options

• Independently managing client matters and applications

• Supervising and reviewing paralegal work

• Legal drafting, research and keeping up to date with developments in immigration law

• Supporting business development through client updates, presentations and events

The team works collaboratively with other specialist practices, providing an opportunity to develop a broad understanding of the firm's wider client offering. xwzovoh

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience within a well-regarded immigration practice

• Strong UK immigration law knowledge across corporate and/or private client matters

• Experience advising both corporate clients and HNW individuals

• Strong drafting and communication skills

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability

• A commercial, practical and client-focused approach

• The ability to manage matters independently while working effectively within a team

The firm offers a supportive, collaborative and flexible working environment, alongside a competitive package and a broad range of benefits.