About Borderless About Borderless We believe in a world where borders are no longer barriers. Since launching in 2023, we've helped 400+ UK businesses and thousands of individuals across healthcare, construction, finance, and more. Our digital platform streamlines the UK sponsorship process using automation and expert support. Backed by Entrepreneur First and Backed.VC, we're scaling fast. Role: Immigration Team Lead As Immigration Team Lead, you'll be responsible for managing and scaling our Immigration function end-to-end. You'll lead a team of 10 immigration professionals, ensuring we deliver consistently excellent, compliant, and efficient outcomes across Sponsor License applications, Certificate of Sponsorship requests and visa applications. This is a hands on leadership role where you'll blend people management with operational ownership and quality oversight. You'll work closely with Business Operations, Customer Success, Customer Support, and Product to consistently hit SLAs and approval rate targets, continuously improve workflows, and deliver an excellent customer experience. This role reports to the Director of Operations. What You'll Be Doing Team leadership & performance Lead, coach, and develop the Immigration team, building a high performance, high accountability culture Set clear goals, expectations, and career development plans for team members Run team rituals (standups, case reviews, QA sessions, retros) and manage performance through regular 1:1s and feedback Own hiring, onboarding, training, and capability building as the team scales Delivery, quality, and compliance Own casework delivery standards across the team: accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of submissions Implement and maintain QA processes (peer review, checklists, audits, root cause analysis) Track and improve key metrics such as: SLA adherence Approvals vs. rejections Immigration Support CSAT Act as an escalation point for complex, urgent, or high risk cases and customer issues Operational ownership Manage resourcing across workstreams (allocation, prioritisation, workload balancing) Identify bottlenecks and drive practical improvements to workflows and tooling Maintain accurate case tracking and reporting via internal systems Ensure SOPs, templates, playbooks, and training materials stay current and usable Cross functional collaboration Partner with Customer Success, Business Operations, Customer Support, and Product to keep customer journeys seamless and compliant Work with Product/Engineering to improve automation and reduce manual casework burden Build feedback loops from casework into platform improvements, policy updates, and customer communications You Should Apply If 8+ years' experience as an Immigration Advisor, ideally working with Skilled Worker visas 4+ years' experience managing teams of advisors, lawyers or paralegals in the Immigration sector Qualified L1 IAA (or equivalent) as a minimum Experience working in fast paced startup environments Strong operational skills: metrics tracking, workflow design, capacity planning Comfort with modern tooling and systems (case management platforms, Intercom style comms, G Suite/Sheets) You have strong attention to detail and can lead others to maintain consistently high standards You can prioritise competing demands without sacrificing quality You communicate complex topics clearly-especially during escalations You spot inefficiencies and turn them into better processes, not just observations Interview Process 30 min screening call with Talent 45 min interview with Director of Operations 45 min interview with Senior Immigration Advisor Final interview with the Senior Leadership Team Benefits 3 days in office, 2 days remote Monthly company in office lunches Monthly company team events Annual offsite (our last one was in Palma!) Holidays & Remote Work 25 days holiday each year + 3 days between 25th December and 31st January plus bank holidays 1 week work from anywhere policy Growth & Development £500 annual Learning & Development budget 6 month performance reviews and promotion opportunities Equipment & Other Perks ️ Laptop, peripherals - whatever you need to work effectively Cycle To Work scheme Employer contributions via Smart Pension Access to Spill (mental health support) Gym in Shoreditch Exchange ️ Onsite Barista
Dec 13, 2025
Full time
About Borderless About Borderless We believe in a world where borders are no longer barriers. Since launching in 2023, we've helped 400+ UK businesses and thousands of individuals across healthcare, construction, finance, and more. Our digital platform streamlines the UK sponsorship process using automation and expert support. Backed by Entrepreneur First and Backed.VC, we're scaling fast. Role: Immigration Team Lead As Immigration Team Lead, you'll be responsible for managing and scaling our Immigration function end-to-end. You'll lead a team of 10 immigration professionals, ensuring we deliver consistently excellent, compliant, and efficient outcomes across Sponsor License applications, Certificate of Sponsorship requests and visa applications. This is a hands on leadership role where you'll blend people management with operational ownership and quality oversight. You'll work closely with Business Operations, Customer Success, Customer Support, and Product to consistently hit SLAs and approval rate targets, continuously improve workflows, and deliver an excellent customer experience. This role reports to the Director of Operations. What You'll Be Doing Team leadership & performance Lead, coach, and develop the Immigration team, building a high performance, high accountability culture Set clear goals, expectations, and career development plans for team members Run team rituals (standups, case reviews, QA sessions, retros) and manage performance through regular 1:1s and feedback Own hiring, onboarding, training, and capability building as the team scales Delivery, quality, and compliance Own casework delivery standards across the team: accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of submissions Implement and maintain QA processes (peer review, checklists, audits, root cause analysis) Track and improve key metrics such as: SLA adherence Approvals vs. rejections Immigration Support CSAT Act as an escalation point for complex, urgent, or high risk cases and customer issues Operational ownership Manage resourcing across workstreams (allocation, prioritisation, workload balancing) Identify bottlenecks and drive practical improvements to workflows and tooling Maintain accurate case tracking and reporting via internal systems Ensure SOPs, templates, playbooks, and training materials stay current and usable Cross functional collaboration Partner with Customer Success, Business Operations, Customer Support, and Product to keep customer journeys seamless and compliant Work with Product/Engineering to improve automation and reduce manual casework burden Build feedback loops from casework into platform improvements, policy updates, and customer communications You Should Apply If 8+ years' experience as an Immigration Advisor, ideally working with Skilled Worker visas 4+ years' experience managing teams of advisors, lawyers or paralegals in the Immigration sector Qualified L1 IAA (or equivalent) as a minimum Experience working in fast paced startup environments Strong operational skills: metrics tracking, workflow design, capacity planning Comfort with modern tooling and systems (case management platforms, Intercom style comms, G Suite/Sheets) You have strong attention to detail and can lead others to maintain consistently high standards You can prioritise competing demands without sacrificing quality You communicate complex topics clearly-especially during escalations You spot inefficiencies and turn them into better processes, not just observations Interview Process 30 min screening call with Talent 45 min interview with Director of Operations 45 min interview with Senior Immigration Advisor Final interview with the Senior Leadership Team Benefits 3 days in office, 2 days remote Monthly company in office lunches Monthly company team events Annual offsite (our last one was in Palma!) Holidays & Remote Work 25 days holiday each year + 3 days between 25th December and 31st January plus bank holidays 1 week work from anywhere policy Growth & Development £500 annual Learning & Development budget 6 month performance reviews and promotion opportunities Equipment & Other Perks ️ Laptop, peripherals - whatever you need to work effectively Cycle To Work scheme Employer contributions via Smart Pension Access to Spill (mental health support) Gym in Shoreditch Exchange ️ Onsite Barista
Updates, commentary, training and advice on immigration and asylum law Jobs: immigration lawyers, caseworkers and trainees, Barnes Harrild & Dyer A great deal of time and effort goes into producing the information on Free Movement, become a member of Free Movement to get unlimited access to all articles, and much, much more By becoming a member of Free Movement, you not only support the hard-work that goes into maintaining the website, but get access to premium features; Single login for personal use FREE downloads of Free Movement ebooks Access to all Free Movement blog content Access to all our online training materials IAAS Accredited Immigration Lawyers, Accredited Caseworkers, Trainee Solicitors & Opportunities for paralegals seeking accreditation Barnes Harrild & Dyer Solicitors has offices in Croydon and Central London. We are a leading firm specialising in Immigration, Asylum & Human Rights law and recognised by Legal 500. Our team of lawyers are second to none, committed to their work and recognised as leaders in the field. We hold LAA contracts in immigration, asylum, public law, and detained casework at Immigration Removal Centres. We act in asylum cases for minors and adults, victims of trafficking, detained clients, unlawful detention claims, fresh asylum claims, human rights claims, judicial review, and non-asylum work conducted under Exceptional Case Funding. The positions are open to all levels of applicant as caseloads and responsibilities are determined according to experience and capability. We recognise the benefits of flexible and remote working so a part of the week can be worked away from the office, and this is available to all members of staff. We have high quality cloudbased IT systems to support remote working and provide the necessary equipment to facilitate this. Solicitors / legal executives The minimum requirements are to hold level 1, 2 or 3 of the SRA Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme. The salary range is £35,000 - £50,000 depending on qualification, and experience and associated billing targets. A performance related bonus scheme applies. These positions represent great opportunities to work on a variety of cases including public law challenges, such as our current challenge against the Home Office's Rwanda policy which is a highly publicised case, in which we secured injunctions for two of our clients who were on the flight and the litigation is now continuing through the court system. Consultancy arrangements will be considered. Paralegal accredited caseworkers Exciting positions exist if you are not legally qualified. The minimum requirements are to hold any level of the SRA Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme. The salary for these positions range from £18,000 to £30,000 depending on accreditation level, experience and associated billing targets. Trainee solicitors The firm will grant training contracts to successful candidates. The minimum requirements are to hold level 1, 2 or 3 of the SRA Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme. The training contract will start following a successful period of employment at level 2 accreditation for a 12-month period. You will have an opportunity to assist on a variety of cases across the immigration spectrum and will be able to assist on some of our ground-breaking cases. We will assist in the development of your skills such as advocacy, drafting, legal research etc. Paralegals seeking accreditation Exciting opportunities exist for applicants with law degrees or a genuine interest in asylum law, to apply to be trainee caseworkers. We will support you by securing your trainee caseworker accreditation and you will work under the supervision of our experienced lawyers on a development plan to level 2 senior caseworker status which will allow you to progress within the firm. - We are an equal opportunities practice who believe in providing a supportive and family like working environment. Please send your CV to the firm's practice manager and suitable candidates will be invited for an interview. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. The Free Movement blog was founded in 2007 by Colin Yeo, a barrister at Garden Court Chambers specialising in immigration law. The blog provides updates and commentary on immigration and asylum law by a variety of authors. Or become a member of Free Movement today
Dec 13, 2025
Full time
Updates, commentary, training and advice on immigration and asylum law Jobs: immigration lawyers, caseworkers and trainees, Barnes Harrild & Dyer A great deal of time and effort goes into producing the information on Free Movement, become a member of Free Movement to get unlimited access to all articles, and much, much more By becoming a member of Free Movement, you not only support the hard-work that goes into maintaining the website, but get access to premium features; Single login for personal use FREE downloads of Free Movement ebooks Access to all Free Movement blog content Access to all our online training materials IAAS Accredited Immigration Lawyers, Accredited Caseworkers, Trainee Solicitors & Opportunities for paralegals seeking accreditation Barnes Harrild & Dyer Solicitors has offices in Croydon and Central London. We are a leading firm specialising in Immigration, Asylum & Human Rights law and recognised by Legal 500. Our team of lawyers are second to none, committed to their work and recognised as leaders in the field. We hold LAA contracts in immigration, asylum, public law, and detained casework at Immigration Removal Centres. We act in asylum cases for minors and adults, victims of trafficking, detained clients, unlawful detention claims, fresh asylum claims, human rights claims, judicial review, and non-asylum work conducted under Exceptional Case Funding. The positions are open to all levels of applicant as caseloads and responsibilities are determined according to experience and capability. We recognise the benefits of flexible and remote working so a part of the week can be worked away from the office, and this is available to all members of staff. We have high quality cloudbased IT systems to support remote working and provide the necessary equipment to facilitate this. Solicitors / legal executives The minimum requirements are to hold level 1, 2 or 3 of the SRA Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme. The salary range is £35,000 - £50,000 depending on qualification, and experience and associated billing targets. A performance related bonus scheme applies. These positions represent great opportunities to work on a variety of cases including public law challenges, such as our current challenge against the Home Office's Rwanda policy which is a highly publicised case, in which we secured injunctions for two of our clients who were on the flight and the litigation is now continuing through the court system. Consultancy arrangements will be considered. Paralegal accredited caseworkers Exciting positions exist if you are not legally qualified. The minimum requirements are to hold any level of the SRA Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme. The salary for these positions range from £18,000 to £30,000 depending on accreditation level, experience and associated billing targets. Trainee solicitors The firm will grant training contracts to successful candidates. The minimum requirements are to hold level 1, 2 or 3 of the SRA Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme. The training contract will start following a successful period of employment at level 2 accreditation for a 12-month period. You will have an opportunity to assist on a variety of cases across the immigration spectrum and will be able to assist on some of our ground-breaking cases. We will assist in the development of your skills such as advocacy, drafting, legal research etc. Paralegals seeking accreditation Exciting opportunities exist for applicants with law degrees or a genuine interest in asylum law, to apply to be trainee caseworkers. We will support you by securing your trainee caseworker accreditation and you will work under the supervision of our experienced lawyers on a development plan to level 2 senior caseworker status which will allow you to progress within the firm. - We are an equal opportunities practice who believe in providing a supportive and family like working environment. Please send your CV to the firm's practice manager and suitable candidates will be invited for an interview. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. The Free Movement blog was founded in 2007 by Colin Yeo, a barrister at Garden Court Chambers specialising in immigration law. The blog provides updates and commentary on immigration and asylum law by a variety of authors. Or become a member of Free Movement today
Role: Immigration Paralegal (IAAS Level 1 or 2 Accredited) - Nationwide opportunity Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated Immigration Paralegals for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and acros click apply for full job details
Dec 13, 2025
Full time
Role: Immigration Paralegal (IAAS Level 1 or 2 Accredited) - Nationwide opportunity Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated Immigration Paralegals for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and acros click apply for full job details
The role of technology in legal functions is growing exponentially and allowing legal departments to transform how they improve their processes, increase efficiencies and transform the future of legal services delivery. If you are someone who thrives in navigating the growing legal transformation through a technology lens and partnering with passionate professionals to help companies achieve their objectives; then we would like to get to know you. Apply now! What you'll do As a professional in Deloitte's Tax Technology Consulting (TTC) team, you will be a part of a team that provides an integrated approach to technology implementations, automation,data wrangling and document extraction and data management and analytics that help legal departments maximize the strategic value to the organization. You will deliver services for companies that streamline their process and increase efficiency; leveraging numerous applications. This is a unique opportunity for you to join a team as it expands and help us position Deloitte as the clear legal technology leader. As a Legal Technology Manager Client Management: Manage the day-to-day interactions with executive clients and sponsors. Delivery: Work with a team to optimize legal processes, leveraging technology to align legal software with the clients' specific requirements and goals. Solutions: Identify, design and leverage technology and innovative solutions to address the legal department needs. Support: Provide training around day-to-day activities, related to processes and various technologies or situational changes. Cross Functional Teaming: Understand and articulate the broader practice and Deloitte overall. Maintain relationships and serve clients holistically. People Development: Perform role of counselor and coach; participate in the staffing process and retention activities. Business Development: Develop and maintain contacts, organize and lead pursuit teams; contribute to business development. Qualifications Required Ability to perform job responsibilities within a hybrid work model that requires US Tax professionals to co-locate in person 2-3 days per week Limited immigration sponsorship may be available 5+ years' experience with legal and/or technology solutions Bachelor's degree Experience with one or more of the following: Implementation experience with Agiloft, SirionOne, Icertis or any other CLM (contract lifecycle management) software Experience with document extraction tools, data wrangling tools such as Alteryx, and visualization/BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau or QlikView and others Experience with DocuSign CLM or Salesforce configuration Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve One of the following active accreditations obtained: Licensed CPA in state of practice/primary office if eligible to sit for the CPA If not CPA eligible: Licensed Attorney (or foreign equivalent) Enrolled Agent PMP (Project Management Certification) Contract & Commercial Management (CCM) Certification Program Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (Project Management Institute-ACP) Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP) Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) Procurement/Legal Procurement or SAS Certified Data Scientist. Paralegal Certification with a 4-year degree Other Technical Certifications: Six Sigma (Black Belt and Green Belt) Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD) Contract & Commercial Management (CCM) Certification Program, PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (Project Management Institute-ACP) Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) The Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (CISSP-ISSAP) Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP) or SAS Certified Data Scientist DocuSign (Workflow Manager, E-signature, CLM, etc.) iCertis Onit Product Suite (Level 2 and above) Conga CLM Agiloft Sirion Labs Kira Thomson Reuters (Legal Tracker, High Q, or Contract Express) Wolters Kluwer Passport (Passport Legal Spend and Matter Management) Mitratech Team Connect and TAP Vendor certification for management of implementations (SAP, Thomson Reuters, etc.) or relevant industry certification such as Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD), AWS (Amazon Web Services) or GCP (Google Cloud Platform) Preferred Advanced Degree in any of the above fields Experience with template rationalization and harmonization, guide or playbook creation and the design of the contracting processes The team At Deloitte Tax LLP, our Tax Technology Consulting (TTC) practice helps legal and tax departments pursue a streamlined, transparent, and efficient function that enhances the core responsibilities of contracting, compliance, reporting and planning, while also positioning legal and tax as a for the digital era. We specialize in tax and can effectively address a corporate legal and tax function's unique needs, requirements and obligations. As technology specialists, we help clients make appropriate technology choices for legal departments and for both direct and indirect taxes across all business cycles that have a tax impact tax. Our team, the largest of its type, offers the necessary combination of skills, methodology and practical experience to help clients with a successful ERP implementation. Deloitte TTC professionals are aligned across our global network of member firms to support our clients' objectives and address their challenges. Our team's multi-disciplinary approach combines legal, tax technical and technology skillsets, enabling greater impact and efficiency within our client's organization. TTC's business services help clients with operating model evaluation, technology roadmap development for a desired future state, data, document and contract management solutions, automation opportunities, portals, cloud for enterprise systems, agile resourcing models, risk, provision and compliance. Learn more about Deloitte Tax Technology Consulting. The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is$108,430 to $246,870. You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. Information for applicants with a need for accommodation:
Dec 09, 2025
Full time
The role of technology in legal functions is growing exponentially and allowing legal departments to transform how they improve their processes, increase efficiencies and transform the future of legal services delivery. If you are someone who thrives in navigating the growing legal transformation through a technology lens and partnering with passionate professionals to help companies achieve their objectives; then we would like to get to know you. Apply now! What you'll do As a professional in Deloitte's Tax Technology Consulting (TTC) team, you will be a part of a team that provides an integrated approach to technology implementations, automation,data wrangling and document extraction and data management and analytics that help legal departments maximize the strategic value to the organization. You will deliver services for companies that streamline their process and increase efficiency; leveraging numerous applications. This is a unique opportunity for you to join a team as it expands and help us position Deloitte as the clear legal technology leader. As a Legal Technology Manager Client Management: Manage the day-to-day interactions with executive clients and sponsors. Delivery: Work with a team to optimize legal processes, leveraging technology to align legal software with the clients' specific requirements and goals. Solutions: Identify, design and leverage technology and innovative solutions to address the legal department needs. Support: Provide training around day-to-day activities, related to processes and various technologies or situational changes. Cross Functional Teaming: Understand and articulate the broader practice and Deloitte overall. Maintain relationships and serve clients holistically. People Development: Perform role of counselor and coach; participate in the staffing process and retention activities. Business Development: Develop and maintain contacts, organize and lead pursuit teams; contribute to business development. Qualifications Required Ability to perform job responsibilities within a hybrid work model that requires US Tax professionals to co-locate in person 2-3 days per week Limited immigration sponsorship may be available 5+ years' experience with legal and/or technology solutions Bachelor's degree Experience with one or more of the following: Implementation experience with Agiloft, SirionOne, Icertis or any other CLM (contract lifecycle management) software Experience with document extraction tools, data wrangling tools such as Alteryx, and visualization/BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau or QlikView and others Experience with DocuSign CLM or Salesforce configuration Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve One of the following active accreditations obtained: Licensed CPA in state of practice/primary office if eligible to sit for the CPA If not CPA eligible: Licensed Attorney (or foreign equivalent) Enrolled Agent PMP (Project Management Certification) Contract & Commercial Management (CCM) Certification Program Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (Project Management Institute-ACP) Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP) Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) Procurement/Legal Procurement or SAS Certified Data Scientist. Paralegal Certification with a 4-year degree Other Technical Certifications: Six Sigma (Black Belt and Green Belt) Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD) Contract & Commercial Management (CCM) Certification Program, PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (Project Management Institute-ACP) Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) The Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (CISSP-ISSAP) Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP) or SAS Certified Data Scientist DocuSign (Workflow Manager, E-signature, CLM, etc.) iCertis Onit Product Suite (Level 2 and above) Conga CLM Agiloft Sirion Labs Kira Thomson Reuters (Legal Tracker, High Q, or Contract Express) Wolters Kluwer Passport (Passport Legal Spend and Matter Management) Mitratech Team Connect and TAP Vendor certification for management of implementations (SAP, Thomson Reuters, etc.) or relevant industry certification such as Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD), AWS (Amazon Web Services) or GCP (Google Cloud Platform) Preferred Advanced Degree in any of the above fields Experience with template rationalization and harmonization, guide or playbook creation and the design of the contracting processes The team At Deloitte Tax LLP, our Tax Technology Consulting (TTC) practice helps legal and tax departments pursue a streamlined, transparent, and efficient function that enhances the core responsibilities of contracting, compliance, reporting and planning, while also positioning legal and tax as a for the digital era. We specialize in tax and can effectively address a corporate legal and tax function's unique needs, requirements and obligations. As technology specialists, we help clients make appropriate technology choices for legal departments and for both direct and indirect taxes across all business cycles that have a tax impact tax. Our team, the largest of its type, offers the necessary combination of skills, methodology and practical experience to help clients with a successful ERP implementation. Deloitte TTC professionals are aligned across our global network of member firms to support our clients' objectives and address their challenges. Our team's multi-disciplinary approach combines legal, tax technical and technology skillsets, enabling greater impact and efficiency within our client's organization. TTC's business services help clients with operating model evaluation, technology roadmap development for a desired future state, data, document and contract management solutions, automation opportunities, portals, cloud for enterprise systems, agile resourcing models, risk, provision and compliance. Learn more about Deloitte Tax Technology Consulting. The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is$108,430 to $246,870. You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. Information for applicants with a need for accommodation:
ILPA - Immigration Law Practitioners' Association Ltd
City, London
Overview Job title: Caseworker Manager (Immigration & Asylum) Location: Oxford Circus, London (Office Based Full Time Role) Deadline: The closing date for applications is 23:59 Thursday, 10 July 2025. In person interviews will take place on or onwards: Tuesday 16 July 2025. About the Employer SiS - Sindhu Immigration Services is an IAA regulated Immigration Law Firm, with its registered office in Oxford Circus, Central London and a branch in Ilford, East London. SiS is licenced to provide Immigration & Asylum advice at IAA - Level 3 (Immigration & Asylum; Protection). Role Summary SiS is seeking an experienced IAA - Level 3 Accredited Supervisor or Immigration Solicitor who can deal with client enquiries and independently supervise a team of Immigration Caseworkers. The successful candidate should ideally have 5 years of experience in a similar environment, manage their own Level 3 Caseworking load, and supervise the Immigration Caseworkers at IAA - Level 1 & 2 (Immigration Advisors). The candidate must be able to manage client expectations by taking detailed instructions, advising on eligibility requirements, allocating tasks, supervising caseworkers, and ensuring matters are dealt with efficiently and in a timely manner. Experience & Casework Focus The candidate must have experience in dealing with and supervising the following visa application categories: All PBS categories including Tier 1 Extn / ILR, Global Mobility, Start Up and Innovators Visas, Overseas Business Representative Visas Extensions, Skilled Worker Visa and Temporary Worker Visa. Spouse & Dependent Child Entry Clearance Visa Applications. UKVI - Sponsorship License Application - All Categories Visit Visas - Entry Clearance Application - All Categories Family and Private Life - (FLR-FP and FLR-M, FLR-HRO) Applications. Indefinite Leave to Remain - (All Routes) Application including Domestic Violence Application. Naturalization and British Citizenship Applications. Updated and practical knowledge about all types of Visa & Immigration Application routes; Asylum & Fresh Claim Process and FtT & UT Appeal process. Experience/Practical Knowledge Experience in providing high-quality advice and representation to clients. A good understanding of law and policy as it relates to immigration and asylum. Experience in professional, independent, and impartial service delivery to the public. Experience in maintaining a caseload of caseworkers in line with IAA requirements regarding conduct of cases, file management and supervision. Knowledge of and empathy with the backgrounds and experiences of asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants. Experience in using client databases and closed matters. Experience working with interpreters, GP surgeries, Immigration Chambers, Country Experts or other third parties to support clients with complex matters. Professional Skills Ability to manage a caseload autonomously, prioritise workload and meet deadlines. Ability to keep clients' file records in compliance with IAA standards. Aptitude for grasping complex issues rapidly. Strong client-facing skills and effective communication at all levels (verbal and written). Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office. Supportive and approachable. Personal Attributes Commitment to the aims and objectives of SiS. Positive, resilient, enthusiastic, and proactive approach. Demonstrated alignment with SiS values: Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, and Fairness. Ability to maintain professional boundaries. Desirable Lived experience of the impact of immigration policy and practice. Fluency in English and any other languages. Experience supporting and developing volunteers / Junior Caseworkers / Legal Team. Job Role & Key Responsibilities Supervising a legal team of 3-5 Caseworkers & immigration paralegal. Adhere to standards set out by IAA/SRA and AQS to deliver high-quality advice. Engage with the Legal Team to create and follow a training plan to ensure compliance with IAA CPD, and keep up to date with changes in law, policy and guidance to ensure clients receive accurate and high-quality advice. Attend clients to take detailed instructions and advise on supporting documents for required visa category. Peruse and approve the Application Bundle, when needed by Case workers, including: Filing visa application forms Drafting legal representations and letters to the Home Office, Courts and other third parties Deal with immigration appeal matters including drafting grounds of appeal, witness statements, preparing appeal bundles, instructing counsel, and liaising with Tribunal and third parties. Supervise Caseworkers with applications to UK Visas and Immigration (Home Office) and have full knowledge of immigration rules and the Points Based System. Implement organisational priorities into day-to-day casework and progress cases in a timely manner in line with regulatory requirements. Meet deadlines and work effectively in a busy office environment. Maintain effective client communication and record important attendance notes. Proficient in researching using electronic legal databases and filtering information; good proofreading and document approval. Identify weaknesses in cases independently and advise clients on eligibility requirements. Ensure reporting and monitoring requirements with funders are met in full. Maintain clients' files and records in line with file management procedures. General responsibilities: seek to continuously improve service to beneficiaries; adhere to SiS policies; participate in training, supervisions, and meetings; work with volunteers when necessary; attend the office regularly (hybrid working); undertake other duties as required. Benefits As a leading Immigration Law Firm, we offer a highly competitive salary package including holiday entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave plus statutory holidays, pension contribution, and continuous professional development opportunities. This role is eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route. Place of Work The normal place of work will be at the Head Office: Oxford Circus, London W1W 8QP and occasionally the Ilford office (for drop-in). Application Process We will only shortlist candidates who have submitted a CV and a cover letter explaining why they are applying for the role. Your CV and Cover Letter must be emailed to by Thursday, 10 July 2025. The closing date for applications is Thursday, 10 July 2025. Applications received after this date may not be considered. Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed via MS Teams during the week of Tuesday 16 July 2025. The interview process includes a 45-minute interview. Candidates without the relevant legal qualifications & work experience will not be considered.
Dec 09, 2025
Full time
Overview Job title: Caseworker Manager (Immigration & Asylum) Location: Oxford Circus, London (Office Based Full Time Role) Deadline: The closing date for applications is 23:59 Thursday, 10 July 2025. In person interviews will take place on or onwards: Tuesday 16 July 2025. About the Employer SiS - Sindhu Immigration Services is an IAA regulated Immigration Law Firm, with its registered office in Oxford Circus, Central London and a branch in Ilford, East London. SiS is licenced to provide Immigration & Asylum advice at IAA - Level 3 (Immigration & Asylum; Protection). Role Summary SiS is seeking an experienced IAA - Level 3 Accredited Supervisor or Immigration Solicitor who can deal with client enquiries and independently supervise a team of Immigration Caseworkers. The successful candidate should ideally have 5 years of experience in a similar environment, manage their own Level 3 Caseworking load, and supervise the Immigration Caseworkers at IAA - Level 1 & 2 (Immigration Advisors). The candidate must be able to manage client expectations by taking detailed instructions, advising on eligibility requirements, allocating tasks, supervising caseworkers, and ensuring matters are dealt with efficiently and in a timely manner. Experience & Casework Focus The candidate must have experience in dealing with and supervising the following visa application categories: All PBS categories including Tier 1 Extn / ILR, Global Mobility, Start Up and Innovators Visas, Overseas Business Representative Visas Extensions, Skilled Worker Visa and Temporary Worker Visa. Spouse & Dependent Child Entry Clearance Visa Applications. UKVI - Sponsorship License Application - All Categories Visit Visas - Entry Clearance Application - All Categories Family and Private Life - (FLR-FP and FLR-M, FLR-HRO) Applications. Indefinite Leave to Remain - (All Routes) Application including Domestic Violence Application. Naturalization and British Citizenship Applications. Updated and practical knowledge about all types of Visa & Immigration Application routes; Asylum & Fresh Claim Process and FtT & UT Appeal process. Experience/Practical Knowledge Experience in providing high-quality advice and representation to clients. A good understanding of law and policy as it relates to immigration and asylum. Experience in professional, independent, and impartial service delivery to the public. Experience in maintaining a caseload of caseworkers in line with IAA requirements regarding conduct of cases, file management and supervision. Knowledge of and empathy with the backgrounds and experiences of asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants. Experience in using client databases and closed matters. Experience working with interpreters, GP surgeries, Immigration Chambers, Country Experts or other third parties to support clients with complex matters. Professional Skills Ability to manage a caseload autonomously, prioritise workload and meet deadlines. Ability to keep clients' file records in compliance with IAA standards. Aptitude for grasping complex issues rapidly. Strong client-facing skills and effective communication at all levels (verbal and written). Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office. Supportive and approachable. Personal Attributes Commitment to the aims and objectives of SiS. Positive, resilient, enthusiastic, and proactive approach. Demonstrated alignment with SiS values: Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, and Fairness. Ability to maintain professional boundaries. Desirable Lived experience of the impact of immigration policy and practice. Fluency in English and any other languages. Experience supporting and developing volunteers / Junior Caseworkers / Legal Team. Job Role & Key Responsibilities Supervising a legal team of 3-5 Caseworkers & immigration paralegal. Adhere to standards set out by IAA/SRA and AQS to deliver high-quality advice. Engage with the Legal Team to create and follow a training plan to ensure compliance with IAA CPD, and keep up to date with changes in law, policy and guidance to ensure clients receive accurate and high-quality advice. Attend clients to take detailed instructions and advise on supporting documents for required visa category. Peruse and approve the Application Bundle, when needed by Case workers, including: Filing visa application forms Drafting legal representations and letters to the Home Office, Courts and other third parties Deal with immigration appeal matters including drafting grounds of appeal, witness statements, preparing appeal bundles, instructing counsel, and liaising with Tribunal and third parties. Supervise Caseworkers with applications to UK Visas and Immigration (Home Office) and have full knowledge of immigration rules and the Points Based System. Implement organisational priorities into day-to-day casework and progress cases in a timely manner in line with regulatory requirements. Meet deadlines and work effectively in a busy office environment. Maintain effective client communication and record important attendance notes. Proficient in researching using electronic legal databases and filtering information; good proofreading and document approval. Identify weaknesses in cases independently and advise clients on eligibility requirements. Ensure reporting and monitoring requirements with funders are met in full. Maintain clients' files and records in line with file management procedures. General responsibilities: seek to continuously improve service to beneficiaries; adhere to SiS policies; participate in training, supervisions, and meetings; work with volunteers when necessary; attend the office regularly (hybrid working); undertake other duties as required. Benefits As a leading Immigration Law Firm, we offer a highly competitive salary package including holiday entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave plus statutory holidays, pension contribution, and continuous professional development opportunities. This role is eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route. Place of Work The normal place of work will be at the Head Office: Oxford Circus, London W1W 8QP and occasionally the Ilford office (for drop-in). Application Process We will only shortlist candidates who have submitted a CV and a cover letter explaining why they are applying for the role. Your CV and Cover Letter must be emailed to by Thursday, 10 July 2025. The closing date for applications is Thursday, 10 July 2025. Applications received after this date may not be considered. Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed via MS Teams during the week of Tuesday 16 July 2025. The interview process includes a 45-minute interview. Candidates without the relevant legal qualifications & work experience will not be considered.
Updates, commentary, training and advice on immigration and asylum law Jobs: immigration lawyers, caseworkers and trainees, Barnes Harrild & Dyer A great deal of time and effort goes into producing the information on Free Movement, become a member of Free Movement to get unlimited access to all articles, and much, much more By becoming a member of Free Movement, you not only support the hard-work that goes into maintaining the website, but get access to premium features; Single login for personal use FREE downloads of Free Movement ebooks Access to all Free Movement blog content Access to all our online training materials IAAS Accredited Immigration Lawyers, Accredited Caseworkers, Trainee Solicitors & Opportunities for paralegals seeking accreditation Barnes Harrild & Dyer Solicitors has offices in Croydon and Central London. We are a leading firm specialising in Immigration, Asylum & Human Rights law and recognised by Legal 500. Our team of lawyers are second to none, committed to their work and recognised as leaders in the field. We hold LAA contracts in immigration, asylum, public law, and detained casework at Immigration Removal Centres. We act in asylum cases for minors and adults, victims of trafficking, detained clients, unlawful detention claims, fresh asylum claims, human rights claims, judicial review, and non-asylum work conducted under Exceptional Case Funding. The positions are open to all levels of applicant as caseloads and responsibilities are determined according to experience and capability. We recognise the benefits of flexible and remote working so a part of the week can be worked away from the office, and this is available to all members of staff. We have high quality cloudbased IT systems to support remote working and provide the necessary equipment to facilitate this. Solicitors / legal executives The minimum requirements are to hold level 1, 2 or 3 of the SRA Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme. The salary range is £35,000 - £50,000 depending on qualification, and experience and associated billing targets. A performance related bonus scheme applies. These positions represent great opportunities to work on a variety of cases including public law challenges, such as our current challenge against the Home Office's Rwanda policy which is a highly publicised case, in which we secured injunctions for two of our clients who were on the flight and the litigation is now continuing through the court system. Consultancy arrangements will be considered. Paralegal accredited caseworkers Exciting positions exist if you are not legally qualified. The minimum requirements are to hold any level of the SRA Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme. The salary for these positions range from £18,000 to £30,000 depending on accreditation level, experience and associated billing targets. Trainee solicitors The firm will grant training contracts to successful candidates. The minimum requirements are to hold level 1, 2 or 3 of the SRA Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme. The training contract will start following a successful period of employment at level 2 accreditation for a 12-month period. You will have an opportunity to assist on a variety of cases across the immigration spectrum and will be able to assist on some of our ground-breaking cases. We will assist in the development of your skills such as advocacy, drafting, legal research etc. Paralegals seeking accreditation Exciting opportunities exist for applicants with law degrees or a genuine interest in asylum law, to apply to be trainee caseworkers. We will support you by securing your trainee caseworker accreditation and you will work under the supervision of our experienced lawyers on a development plan to level 2 senior caseworker status which will allow you to progress within the firm. - We are an equal opportunities practice who believe in providing a supportive and family like working environment. Please send your CV to the firm's practice manager and suitable candidates will be invited for an interview. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. The Free Movement blog was founded in 2007 by Colin Yeo, a barrister at Garden Court Chambers specialising in immigration law. The blog provides updates and commentary on immigration and asylum law by a variety of authors. Or become a member of Free Movement today
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Updates, commentary, training and advice on immigration and asylum law Jobs: immigration lawyers, caseworkers and trainees, Barnes Harrild & Dyer A great deal of time and effort goes into producing the information on Free Movement, become a member of Free Movement to get unlimited access to all articles, and much, much more By becoming a member of Free Movement, you not only support the hard-work that goes into maintaining the website, but get access to premium features; Single login for personal use FREE downloads of Free Movement ebooks Access to all Free Movement blog content Access to all our online training materials IAAS Accredited Immigration Lawyers, Accredited Caseworkers, Trainee Solicitors & Opportunities for paralegals seeking accreditation Barnes Harrild & Dyer Solicitors has offices in Croydon and Central London. We are a leading firm specialising in Immigration, Asylum & Human Rights law and recognised by Legal 500. Our team of lawyers are second to none, committed to their work and recognised as leaders in the field. We hold LAA contracts in immigration, asylum, public law, and detained casework at Immigration Removal Centres. We act in asylum cases for minors and adults, victims of trafficking, detained clients, unlawful detention claims, fresh asylum claims, human rights claims, judicial review, and non-asylum work conducted under Exceptional Case Funding. The positions are open to all levels of applicant as caseloads and responsibilities are determined according to experience and capability. We recognise the benefits of flexible and remote working so a part of the week can be worked away from the office, and this is available to all members of staff. We have high quality cloudbased IT systems to support remote working and provide the necessary equipment to facilitate this. Solicitors / legal executives The minimum requirements are to hold level 1, 2 or 3 of the SRA Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme. The salary range is £35,000 - £50,000 depending on qualification, and experience and associated billing targets. A performance related bonus scheme applies. These positions represent great opportunities to work on a variety of cases including public law challenges, such as our current challenge against the Home Office's Rwanda policy which is a highly publicised case, in which we secured injunctions for two of our clients who were on the flight and the litigation is now continuing through the court system. Consultancy arrangements will be considered. Paralegal accredited caseworkers Exciting positions exist if you are not legally qualified. The minimum requirements are to hold any level of the SRA Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme. The salary for these positions range from £18,000 to £30,000 depending on accreditation level, experience and associated billing targets. Trainee solicitors The firm will grant training contracts to successful candidates. The minimum requirements are to hold level 1, 2 or 3 of the SRA Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme. The training contract will start following a successful period of employment at level 2 accreditation for a 12-month period. You will have an opportunity to assist on a variety of cases across the immigration spectrum and will be able to assist on some of our ground-breaking cases. We will assist in the development of your skills such as advocacy, drafting, legal research etc. Paralegals seeking accreditation Exciting opportunities exist for applicants with law degrees or a genuine interest in asylum law, to apply to be trainee caseworkers. We will support you by securing your trainee caseworker accreditation and you will work under the supervision of our experienced lawyers on a development plan to level 2 senior caseworker status which will allow you to progress within the firm. - We are an equal opportunities practice who believe in providing a supportive and family like working environment. Please send your CV to the firm's practice manager and suitable candidates will be invited for an interview. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. The Free Movement blog was founded in 2007 by Colin Yeo, a barrister at Garden Court Chambers specialising in immigration law. The blog provides updates and commentary on immigration and asylum law by a variety of authors. Or become a member of Free Movement today