Immigration Paralegal – IAAS Level 1/2 Accredited

About the role

Our client, a top‑tier law firm recognised by The Legal 500 and Chambers, is seeking an Immigration Paralegal or Caseworker accredited at IAAS Level 1 or 2. The role is permanent and based in Milton Keynes, supporting a high‑profile immigration department that handles complex visa, asylum and human‑rights cases.

Key responsibilities

• Report directly to the Department Director and manage a diverse caseload of immigration matters, both Legal Aid Agency funded and private.
• Attend clients, take detailed instructions, and prepare full applications for the Home Office, including forms, supporting documents and representation letters.
• Draft legal documents such as witness statements, process evidence, and manage funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency.
• Represent the firm at conferences, courts and tribunals, handling advocacy where required.
• Maintain accurate time‑costing records and implement departmental recommendations.

Required profile

• IAAS Level 1 or 2 accreditation.
• Professional, proactive approach with strong client‑care skills.
• Sensitive and sympathetic understanding of client needs.
• Experience handling immigration, asylum and human‑rights cases is desirable.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary range £23,000‑£28,000 per year.
• Opportunity to work within a nationally recognised, award‑winning law firm.
• Professional development in a specialist immigration environment.