Immigration Solicitor (Manchester)
| Posting date: | 13 May 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,000 to £55,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 June 2024 |
| Location: | Manchester, Greater Manchester |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Riverside Legal Services Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Are you a solicitor with experience in immigration? We have an exciting opportunity for a solicitor to join our immigration team in our Manchester office.
Who are we?
MSR Solicitors is a young nationwide law firm with impressive growth and high ambition. Our core values reflect our passion for our work, thirst for knowledge, and duty to our clients. We specialise in Immigration, Criminal, Litigation, Conveyancing, Family and Employment Law. We are a culturally diverse firm that respects all our employees. We believe our employees are our greatest assets. We are looking for solicitors who share in our values, passion and ambition, who would love to learn, partner and grow with us.
What does the immigration team look like?
We are a friendly team, focused on serving our clients with compassion with the most effective legal advice and work. We work on all immigration applications - Application for entry clearance or leave to enter the UK, Leave to remain in the UK, Nationality and Citizenship, Asylum and Human rights cases, Business Immigration and other various areas. We pride ourselves as one of the most successful human rights claim firms across the UK and also get other complex immigration cases granted. Our skills and expertise in immigration law have led us to expand into three cities and four years from the inception of the firm. We work as a team, supporting, helping and appreciate each other.
What would you be expected to do?
1. Handling immigration appeals:
- Represents clients in immigration appeals before the First-tier Tribunal, Upper Tribunal, and higher courts on matters such as human rights appeals, asylum claims, deportation etc.
- Prepare and submit comprehensive appeal applications, including written submission and evidence.
- Conduct legal research to ensure up-to-date knowledge of immigration laws and regulations.
2. Client Acquisition and Retention:
- Build and maintain relationships with clients seeking immigration appeal services.
- Actively source and engage potential clients through marketing, networking, and community outreach.
- Provide excellent client care and maintain client satisfaction.
3. Billing Target Achievement:
- Set and meet monthly, quarterly, and annual billing targets.
- Maintain accurate timekeeping records and invoices.
- Ensure that fees are collected in a timely manner.
4. Legal Expertise:
- Stay up-to-date with changes in immigration laws and regulations.
- Provide expert legal advice to clients and colleagues
- Conduct legal research to support cases
5. Case Management:
Manage the caseload of immigration appeals cases efficiently and effectively.
Prepare and maintain case files, including all relevant documentation.
Attend court hearings and advocate on behalf of clients.
What We Expect you to have:
- Qualified solicitor with 3 years' experience in immigration law.
- A valid practicing certificate from the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) or OISC.
- Proven track record in successfully handling immigration appeals cases.
- Strong client acquisition and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Goal-oriented and has the ability to meet billing targets.
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage a diverse caseload.
- Proficiency in legal research and document reparation.
- Knowledge of UK immigration laws and regulations.
- Team player with a commitment to firm values and client service.
Language requirement: English.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Who are we?
MSR Solicitors is a young nationwide law firm with impressive growth and high ambition. Our core values reflect our passion for our work, thirst for knowledge, and duty to our clients. We specialise in Immigration, Criminal, Litigation, Conveyancing, Family and Employment Law. We are a culturally diverse firm that respects all our employees. We believe our employees are our greatest assets. We are looking for solicitors who share in our values, passion and ambition, who would love to learn, partner and grow with us.
What does the immigration team look like?
We are a friendly team, focused on serving our clients with compassion with the most effective legal advice and work. We work on all immigration applications - Application for entry clearance or leave to enter the UK, Leave to remain in the UK, Nationality and Citizenship, Asylum and Human rights cases, Business Immigration and other various areas. We pride ourselves as one of the most successful human rights claim firms across the UK and also get other complex immigration cases granted. Our skills and expertise in immigration law have led us to expand into three cities and four years from the inception of the firm. We work as a team, supporting, helping and appreciate each other.
What would you be expected to do?
1. Handling immigration appeals:
- Represents clients in immigration appeals before the First-tier Tribunal, Upper Tribunal, and higher courts on matters such as human rights appeals, asylum claims, deportation etc.
- Prepare and submit comprehensive appeal applications, including written submission and evidence.
- Conduct legal research to ensure up-to-date knowledge of immigration laws and regulations.
2. Client Acquisition and Retention:
- Build and maintain relationships with clients seeking immigration appeal services.
- Actively source and engage potential clients through marketing, networking, and community outreach.
- Provide excellent client care and maintain client satisfaction.
3. Billing Target Achievement:
- Set and meet monthly, quarterly, and annual billing targets.
- Maintain accurate timekeeping records and invoices.
- Ensure that fees are collected in a timely manner.
4. Legal Expertise:
- Stay up-to-date with changes in immigration laws and regulations.
- Provide expert legal advice to clients and colleagues
- Conduct legal research to support cases
5. Case Management:
Manage the caseload of immigration appeals cases efficiently and effectively.
Prepare and maintain case files, including all relevant documentation.
Attend court hearings and advocate on behalf of clients.
What We Expect you to have:
- Qualified solicitor with 3 years' experience in immigration law.
- A valid practicing certificate from the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) or OISC.
- Proven track record in successfully handling immigration appeals cases.
- Strong client acquisition and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Goal-oriented and has the ability to meet billing targets.
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage a diverse caseload.
- Proficiency in legal research and document reparation.
- Knowledge of UK immigration laws and regulations.
- Team player with a commitment to firm values and client service.
Language requirement: English.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person