Paralegal (Russian Speaking)

Job Description

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

Our client, a leading specialist immigration law firm is seeking a Russian-speaking Paralegal to join its busy UK Inbound Immigration team in Central London. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated legal professional with immigration experience to develop their career within a highly regarded practice.

The successful candidate will support solicitors and fee earners on a wide range of business and personal immigration matters, providing high-quality legal and administrative assistance.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting immigration applications and supporting documentation
• Liaising with clients, the Home Office and other authorities
• Drafting legal correspondence, statements and supporting documents
• Managing electronic and hard-copy case files
• Preparing court and tribunal bundles
• Monitoring deadlines and ensuring matters progress efficiently
• Attending client meetings and taking detailed notes
• Supporting billing, compliance and wider administrative processes

Requirements

• Fluent spoken and written Russian and English
• Law degree, GDL, LPC or SQE qualification
• Minimum 6 months' relevant legal experience
• Knowledge of UK immigration law and Home Office procedures
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong drafting and communication abilities
• High attention xwzovoh to detail and a proactive approach to work

Desirable

• Additional language skills
• Knowledge of sanctions matters
• SQE1 pass

The Firm Offers

• Exposure to high-quality immigration work
• A collaborative and supportive working environment
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Please note that this is a fully office-based position in Central London.