Legal Officer – Birmingham

About the role

The Legal Officer will support the administration of tribunals across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland from the Birmingham Civil Justice Centre. Working within a Regional Hearing Centre, you will handle complex case work, assess appeals and help remove barriers to timely case progression.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake complex case work and assessment activities for the First‑tier Tribunal Immigration and Asylum Chamber.
• Make informed case‑management decisions using delegated judicial powers.
• Liaise with internal HMCTS colleagues and external stakeholders to ensure effective administration of justice.
• Support the senior legal officer and judicial leadership in delivering fair and efficient outcomes.

Required profile

• Ability to reflect on issues and take an impartial, evidence‑based approach.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with a wide range of court users and stakeholders.
• Capacity to work independently while collaborating with a wider team.
• Understanding of the importance of impartial decision‑making in a judicial context.

Required skills