Immigration Caseworker BCR/AK/10996 Birmingham (phone number removed) Bell Cornwall Recruitment's client is a leading firm in the UK specialising in Immigration into the UK, Visas and Settlement Applications. They are looking to grow their case management team as they have enjoyed success and growth recently. The Role: Manage own casework with minimal supervision from day one Advise private and corporate immigration clients across various categories (not including asylum) Keep up to date with the UK immigration legislation as well as research & interpret current information Liaise with Visa application centres as well as the home office on behalf of clients Assess clients immigration claims and advise accordingly The Ideal Immigration Caseworker will have: Previous experience managing a caseload of immigration cases Understanding of immigration law Relevant qualifications, such as LLB, LPC etc with electives in Immigration Experience using a case management system Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales
May 02, 2024
Full time
Immigration Caseworker BCR/AK/10996 Birmingham (phone number removed) Bell Cornwall Recruitment's client is a leading firm in the UK specialising in Immigration into the UK, Visas and Settlement Applications. They are looking to grow their case management team as they have enjoyed success and growth recently. The Role: Manage own casework with minimal supervision from day one Advise private and corporate immigration clients across various categories (not including asylum) Keep up to date with the UK immigration legislation as well as research & interpret current information Liaise with Visa application centres as well as the home office on behalf of clients Assess clients immigration claims and advise accordingly The Ideal Immigration Caseworker will have: Previous experience managing a caseload of immigration cases Understanding of immigration law Relevant qualifications, such as LLB, LPC etc with electives in Immigration Experience using a case management system Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales
BLACK COUNTRY WOMEN'S AID
West Bromwich, West Midlands
Black Country Women's AidLet us introduce ourselves Black Country Women's Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs-led.Community Services Directorate Within this directorate, the following vital services are delivered;Black Country Women's Aid Community Services include; Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country) Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum Black Country Counselling Service Domestic and sexual abuse Children and Young person's service (Black Country) West Midlands Stalking Service Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre) This position is located within the West Midlands Stalking Service. The team: The BCWA West Midlands Stalking Service offers specialist stalking and harassment advisory and support services across the West Midlands area, covering Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry and the Black Country. The service provides emotional and practical support, safety advice and advocacy through the criminal justice system within a multiagency framework to ensure that victims of stalking feel supported and empowered.Job RoleJob Title: Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC)Position available: 1 full-time maternity position (12 months, 37.5 hours), based across the Black CountrySalary: £22,308Closing date: 17 May 2024All interviews will be held via Microsoft TeamsIs this you? We are looking for a qualified/unqualified ISAC (training may be provided for the right candidate) to join our dynamic team. We are looking for someone with experience of frontline working and managing a caseload, including risk assessments, needs assessments and support planning. The successful candidate will have an understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults and the dynamics of domestic abuse and stalking and how this can affect victims. The Role:The Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC) is required to provide a high-quality service, managing a caseload of high-risk domestic abuse victims experiencing stalking from an ex-intimate partner. They will support victims of stalking using evidence-based methods in order to identify risk, stalking typology and support needs. ISACs provide practical guidance and safety advice to those experiencing elements of harassment and stalking, referring to relevant agencies when required and participating in the Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) process. ISACs may also assist with awareness-raising campaigns, training and events. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you.Click "Apply" to be emailed information about how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women's Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination we treat all job applicants equally. We, therefore, ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from: a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher GP or health visitor a character reference from a person who knows you a civil servant from a government agency a bank manager DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Black Country Women's AidLet us introduce ourselves Black Country Women's Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs-led.Community Services Directorate Within this directorate, the following vital services are delivered;Black Country Women's Aid Community Services include; Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country) Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum Black Country Counselling Service Domestic and sexual abuse Children and Young person's service (Black Country) West Midlands Stalking Service Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre) This position is located within the West Midlands Stalking Service. The team: The BCWA West Midlands Stalking Service offers specialist stalking and harassment advisory and support services across the West Midlands area, covering Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry and the Black Country. The service provides emotional and practical support, safety advice and advocacy through the criminal justice system within a multiagency framework to ensure that victims of stalking feel supported and empowered.Job RoleJob Title: Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC)Position available: 1 full-time maternity position (12 months, 37.5 hours), based across the Black CountrySalary: £22,308Closing date: 17 May 2024All interviews will be held via Microsoft TeamsIs this you? We are looking for a qualified/unqualified ISAC (training may be provided for the right candidate) to join our dynamic team. We are looking for someone with experience of frontline working and managing a caseload, including risk assessments, needs assessments and support planning. The successful candidate will have an understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults and the dynamics of domestic abuse and stalking and how this can affect victims. The Role:The Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC) is required to provide a high-quality service, managing a caseload of high-risk domestic abuse victims experiencing stalking from an ex-intimate partner. They will support victims of stalking using evidence-based methods in order to identify risk, stalking typology and support needs. ISACs provide practical guidance and safety advice to those experiencing elements of harassment and stalking, referring to relevant agencies when required and participating in the Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) process. ISACs may also assist with awareness-raising campaigns, training and events. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you.Click "Apply" to be emailed information about how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women's Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination we treat all job applicants equally. We, therefore, ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from: a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher GP or health visitor a character reference from a person who knows you a civil servant from a government agency a bank manager DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level.
Piperjuris Solicitors & Advocates are looking for a Family Solicitor or Paralegal join our newly established law firm. The position is ideal for someone who is willing to live our vision and maintain our culture (hyperlink: ) If you think you have what it takes to join our expanding team either as an employee or a self-employed consultant, please contact us on and a member of our management team will be in touch with you Requirements Family experience: Minimum 1 year PQE Good client care skills, provide professional and competent legal advice in accordance with SRA Code of conduce Experience of handling own caseload Experienced in completing immigration applications Ability to adhere to and manage deadlines Good drafting, research and writing skills Excellent communication and technical ability The role: Reporting to the Supervising Partner, the successful candidate will handle both private and business immigration applications, appeals and judicial reviews. Firm Location: Leroy House, 436 Essex Road, London, N1 How to Apply: Apply by sending your CV and Covering letter to Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Contract Remuneration: Negotiable Schedule: Monday to Friday (10am to 5pm) Working Style: Mixture of remote and Office
May 01, 2024
Full time
Piperjuris Solicitors & Advocates are looking for a Family Solicitor or Paralegal join our newly established law firm. The position is ideal for someone who is willing to live our vision and maintain our culture (hyperlink: ) If you think you have what it takes to join our expanding team either as an employee or a self-employed consultant, please contact us on and a member of our management team will be in touch with you Requirements Family experience: Minimum 1 year PQE Good client care skills, provide professional and competent legal advice in accordance with SRA Code of conduce Experience of handling own caseload Experienced in completing immigration applications Ability to adhere to and manage deadlines Good drafting, research and writing skills Excellent communication and technical ability The role: Reporting to the Supervising Partner, the successful candidate will handle both private and business immigration applications, appeals and judicial reviews. Firm Location: Leroy House, 436 Essex Road, London, N1 How to Apply: Apply by sending your CV and Covering letter to Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Contract Remuneration: Negotiable Schedule: Monday to Friday (10am to 5pm) Working Style: Mixture of remote and Office
Role: Business Immigration Solicitor Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that it does. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. We look to recruit dedicated and talented employees in both legal and non-legal capacities, and we are always interested to receive applications from quality candidates. Training and diversity are at the heart of Duncan Lewis, and we remain proud of our diverse and inclusive workforce. Immigration Department Background: We have one of the largest legal aid Immigration practices in the UK and are ranked as a top tier practice by The Legal 500 directory for our services including, business immigration, human rights, appeals and overstay. Our immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals under the Tier 1 visa categories. Our Immigration team offer a wide range of services to European Economic Area (EEA) and non-EEA individuals and families wishing to enter, remain, or settle in the UK. With over 160 specialist Immigration lawyers nationwide, we bring the highest level of expertise to all Immigration matters. The department has a number of highly skilled lawyers who have trained as barristers, and undertake complex appeal cases up to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. Our Immigration team is renowned for their extensive experience in Asylum claims and challenging human rights violations for unaccompanied minors and victims of torture, trafficking, and domestic abuse. In these cases, we are committed to assisting no matter the individual client's circumstance. Main Responsibilities of the Role Report directly to Department Director Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Providing expert legal advice to clients on business immigration regulations and policies. Representing clients in negotiations and hearings on immigration issues. Developing and maintaining relationships with business clients. Working closely with other partners to create and implement the firm's strategic plans. Ensuring the legal team's compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. Identifying new business opportunities and contributing to the firm's growth. Managing client expectations and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction. Key Skills Required At least 2 years PQE experience of handling business/corporate/private client immigration cases Problem solving and excellent communication skills The passion and drive to succeed The ability to work well as part of a team and to lead and inspire others Expert knowledge of business immigration laws and regulations. Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Immigration issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Have extensive experience in dealing with all Immigration related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please visit our website and apply using our online process for your application to be considered. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY
May 01, 2024
Full time
Role: Business Immigration Solicitor Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that it does. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. We look to recruit dedicated and talented employees in both legal and non-legal capacities, and we are always interested to receive applications from quality candidates. Training and diversity are at the heart of Duncan Lewis, and we remain proud of our diverse and inclusive workforce. Immigration Department Background: We have one of the largest legal aid Immigration practices in the UK and are ranked as a top tier practice by The Legal 500 directory for our services including, business immigration, human rights, appeals and overstay. Our immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals under the Tier 1 visa categories. Our Immigration team offer a wide range of services to European Economic Area (EEA) and non-EEA individuals and families wishing to enter, remain, or settle in the UK. With over 160 specialist Immigration lawyers nationwide, we bring the highest level of expertise to all Immigration matters. The department has a number of highly skilled lawyers who have trained as barristers, and undertake complex appeal cases up to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. Our Immigration team is renowned for their extensive experience in Asylum claims and challenging human rights violations for unaccompanied minors and victims of torture, trafficking, and domestic abuse. In these cases, we are committed to assisting no matter the individual client's circumstance. Main Responsibilities of the Role Report directly to Department Director Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Providing expert legal advice to clients on business immigration regulations and policies. Representing clients in negotiations and hearings on immigration issues. Developing and maintaining relationships with business clients. Working closely with other partners to create and implement the firm's strategic plans. Ensuring the legal team's compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. Identifying new business opportunities and contributing to the firm's growth. Managing client expectations and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction. Key Skills Required At least 2 years PQE experience of handling business/corporate/private client immigration cases Problem solving and excellent communication skills The passion and drive to succeed The ability to work well as part of a team and to lead and inspire others Expert knowledge of business immigration laws and regulations. Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Immigration issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Have extensive experience in dealing with all Immigration related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please visit our website and apply using our online process for your application to be considered. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY
Role: Immigration Solicitor Private Client A Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Private client Immigration Solicitor - , for highly sought permanent positon. 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 across England and Wales.Our clients accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm. Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Immigration Department Background: Our clients Immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals under the Tier 1 visa categories. The department has a number of highly skilled lawyers who have trained as barristers, and undertake complex appeal cases up to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. The department offers a wide range of services to European Economic Area (EEA) and non-EEA individuals and families wishing to enter, remain, or settle in the UK. In addition, our clients Immigration department is renowned for their extensive experience in Asylum claims and challenging human rights violations for unaccompanied minors and victims of torture, trafficking, and domestic abuse. In these cases, we are committed to assisting no matter the individual clients circumstance. Main Duties and Responsibilities Report directly to Department Director Responsible for all aspects of Immigration work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Immigration work including; detained clients; victims of trafficking & torture; asylum work from initial applications through to Tribunal appeal and upper Court appeal matters; entry clearance applications and appeals and some judicial review work Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency, Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence Preparing applications to meet Home Office requirements (incl. drafting application forms, index of documents and letters of representations) Attending conferences and court You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Require: Registered with the Law Society Immigration & Asylum Law Accreditation (membership is desirable) Be committed and highly driven to provide an excellent standard of service to our clients Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Immigration issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publically funded Immigration work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Business Immigration related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. About Gemini Recruitment and Equal Opportunities: Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. If this sounds of interest apply now for one of our agents to contact you. By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at JBRP1_UKTJ
May 01, 2024
Full time
Role: Immigration Solicitor Private Client A Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Private client Immigration Solicitor - , for highly sought permanent positon. 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 across England and Wales.Our clients accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm. Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Immigration Department Background: Our clients Immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals under the Tier 1 visa categories. The department has a number of highly skilled lawyers who have trained as barristers, and undertake complex appeal cases up to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. The department offers a wide range of services to European Economic Area (EEA) and non-EEA individuals and families wishing to enter, remain, or settle in the UK. In addition, our clients Immigration department is renowned for their extensive experience in Asylum claims and challenging human rights violations for unaccompanied minors and victims of torture, trafficking, and domestic abuse. In these cases, we are committed to assisting no matter the individual clients circumstance. Main Duties and Responsibilities Report directly to Department Director Responsible for all aspects of Immigration work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Immigration work including; detained clients; victims of trafficking & torture; asylum work from initial applications through to Tribunal appeal and upper Court appeal matters; entry clearance applications and appeals and some judicial review work Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency, Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence Preparing applications to meet Home Office requirements (incl. drafting application forms, index of documents and letters of representations) Attending conferences and court You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Require: Registered with the Law Society Immigration & Asylum Law Accreditation (membership is desirable) Be committed and highly driven to provide an excellent standard of service to our clients Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Immigration issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publically funded Immigration work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Business Immigration related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. About Gemini Recruitment and Equal Opportunities: Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. If this sounds of interest apply now for one of our agents to contact you. By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at JBRP1_UKTJ
ILPA - Immigration Law Practitioners' Association Ltd
Salary: £40,175 from 1 April 2024, with potential annual step increases up to £44,868 Hours: 35 hours per week (part-time or job-sharing will be considered) Deadline for receipt of applications: 18 March 2024 Contact about the role : About the role and how to apply: Rainbow Migration, the longest-running charity in Europe dedicated to supporting LGBTQI+ people through the asylum and immigration system, is recruiting a Legal Officer to advise and help improve the representation of LGBTQI+ people seeking asylum, and help change the asylum and immigration system to one that treats everyone with compassion, dignity and respect. We are looking for a qualified solicitor or barrister with valid practising certificate, or already accredited to Level 3 OISC, with two years' experience in providing advice and representation in asylum including working in legal aid. You will be responsible for the day-to-day delivery of the legal advice service. Under the guidance of our Legal Service Manager, you will also build capacity amongst legal representatives by designing and delivering training, giving second tier advice and developing and coordinating a network of practitioners working in this area. You will use the knowledge you gain in this role to help deliver Rainbow Migration's policy work, such as inputting into policy papers and meeting with partner organisations when required. We will also consider applications from people who do not want to do the policy elements of the job, but to instead focus on first and second tier advice. Please mention in your covering letter if you are applying for this option. This is a unique opportunity to build on your experience as a lawyer or caseworker to improve representation across the sector and create change in government policy and practice. You will be supported to develop as a specialist lawyer and in your policy skills. Responsibilities will include: Deliver one-off advice to adult LGBTQI+ people seeking asylum and work with colleagues to refer them to quality legal aid and pro bono lawyers Provide casework assistance e.g. helping to prepare witness statements, making referrals to other specialist organisations and taking other urgent steps (whilst not representing service users or maintaining a caseload) Provide occasional advice (within competence) on other issues affecting asylum and partnership service users such as asylum support, legal aid, trafficking, family reunion or community care Deliver second tier advice to the legal representatives of LGBTQI+ people seeking asylum and other charities and professionals Work with the Legal Manager to design and deliver training to lawyers, NGOs and other professionals Write blogs and articles on asylum and immigration policy and legislation as they apply to LGBTQI+ people Contribute to policy and briefing papers. The Legal Officer will not be providing direct legal representation of service users. However, the role includes substantive advice and casework within the scope of legal support and referrals for our service users, as well as merits testing and second tier advice. Rainbow Migration's vision is that LGBTQI+ people can settle in the UK and lead fulfilling lives. Rainbow Migration's vision is that LGBTQI+ people can settle in the UK and lead fulfilling lives. Our values are: Safety: We believe everyone should be safe from persecution and safe to be themselves. We strive to create a safe workplace culture, and we place importance on the wellbeing of everyone involved with Rainbow Migration. Integrity: We are thorough and honest in everything we do, and we take responsibility for our actions. We want to be accountable to our communities and those who support us. Belonging: We welcome and include all LGBTQI+ people, and we celebrate and value their range of experience in terms of gender, religion, race, age, disability status and class. We try to remove obstacles to participation, champion equality and promote a sense of family or home through our services. Respect: We believe that every person is equal and deserves the same level of courtesy, care, and attention. We respect the rights, wishes and feelings of our service users, and campaign for their rights to be respected as they go through the asylum and immigration system. . At Rainbow Migration, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We consider all qualified applicants, consistent with any legal requirements. We welcome applications from candidates with lived experience of going through the UK asylum or immigration system or who have been subject to immigration control. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for anyone considered as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 if they meet the necessary criteria in the person specification How to apply: Closing date: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, but the first consideration of received applications will take place on 18 March 2024. Interview date: Interviews will be scheduled on an ongoing basis in response to applications received. Please read the job description and person specification . If you have any questions about the role or would like to find out more before applying, then you can contact the line manager via . Please send: Your CV A written statement (max 1,000 words). Instead of a written statement you may submit your statement by video or audio recording (max 8 minutes) Optional: a completed monitoring form to . In your statement, please: Give examples of how you meet the person specification. In addition to what is on your CV, we want to hear about any relevant skills and experience that demonstrate how you meet the necessary criteria for the role, and if you meet any of the advantageous criteria. Skills and experience could be from training, volunteering, interests or life experience Confirm if you wish to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme for anyone considered as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 (physical or mental impairment that has a 'substantial' and 'long-term' effect on your ability to do normal daily activities) State how many hours a week you wish to work and if you have a preferred pattern, or if you are applying as part of a job-share If you do not want to do the policy elements of the job and instead focus on first and second tier advice, please mention this. By submitting an application, you: Confirm that you have the right to work in the UK and will produce the necessary documentation if you are offered this post. Declare that to the best of your knowledge and belief, the information provided with your application is true and correct and that you understand that any false information or statement given will justify the dismissal from Rainbow Migration if appointed. Accept that, if successful, you will be required to disclose all spent and unspent criminal records at the point of conditional job and subsequently to undergo an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. We are proud to be a member of the Experts by Experience Employment Network ( ), which aims to create a charitable sector that is led by people with lived experience of the asylum and immigration system. As part of this network, we challenge the one-size-fits-all approach in our employment practices, and respect personal circumstances and needs of people with lived experience. Please feel free to use information and resources at which may help in preparing your job application. Privacy notice If you apply for this role, the information you provide will be processed according to Rainbow Migration's privacy policy . Rainbow Migration will not share your information with any third parties unless part of the recruitment process or are legally required to do so. By applying, you are permitting Rainbow Migration to access and use the information for recruitment purposes. Rainbow Migration will store your data for 12 months after the conclusion of the recruitment campaign. Monitoring information is kept separately and is pseudonymised to avoid identification of applicants. It is amalgamated for statistical purposes and the original data is then deleted after six months
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
Salary: £40,175 from 1 April 2024, with potential annual step increases up to £44,868 Hours: 35 hours per week (part-time or job-sharing will be considered) Deadline for receipt of applications: 18 March 2024 Contact about the role : About the role and how to apply: Rainbow Migration, the longest-running charity in Europe dedicated to supporting LGBTQI+ people through the asylum and immigration system, is recruiting a Legal Officer to advise and help improve the representation of LGBTQI+ people seeking asylum, and help change the asylum and immigration system to one that treats everyone with compassion, dignity and respect. We are looking for a qualified solicitor or barrister with valid practising certificate, or already accredited to Level 3 OISC, with two years' experience in providing advice and representation in asylum including working in legal aid. You will be responsible for the day-to-day delivery of the legal advice service. Under the guidance of our Legal Service Manager, you will also build capacity amongst legal representatives by designing and delivering training, giving second tier advice and developing and coordinating a network of practitioners working in this area. You will use the knowledge you gain in this role to help deliver Rainbow Migration's policy work, such as inputting into policy papers and meeting with partner organisations when required. We will also consider applications from people who do not want to do the policy elements of the job, but to instead focus on first and second tier advice. Please mention in your covering letter if you are applying for this option. This is a unique opportunity to build on your experience as a lawyer or caseworker to improve representation across the sector and create change in government policy and practice. You will be supported to develop as a specialist lawyer and in your policy skills. Responsibilities will include: Deliver one-off advice to adult LGBTQI+ people seeking asylum and work with colleagues to refer them to quality legal aid and pro bono lawyers Provide casework assistance e.g. helping to prepare witness statements, making referrals to other specialist organisations and taking other urgent steps (whilst not representing service users or maintaining a caseload) Provide occasional advice (within competence) on other issues affecting asylum and partnership service users such as asylum support, legal aid, trafficking, family reunion or community care Deliver second tier advice to the legal representatives of LGBTQI+ people seeking asylum and other charities and professionals Work with the Legal Manager to design and deliver training to lawyers, NGOs and other professionals Write blogs and articles on asylum and immigration policy and legislation as they apply to LGBTQI+ people Contribute to policy and briefing papers. The Legal Officer will not be providing direct legal representation of service users. However, the role includes substantive advice and casework within the scope of legal support and referrals for our service users, as well as merits testing and second tier advice. Rainbow Migration's vision is that LGBTQI+ people can settle in the UK and lead fulfilling lives. Rainbow Migration's vision is that LGBTQI+ people can settle in the UK and lead fulfilling lives. Our values are: Safety: We believe everyone should be safe from persecution and safe to be themselves. We strive to create a safe workplace culture, and we place importance on the wellbeing of everyone involved with Rainbow Migration. Integrity: We are thorough and honest in everything we do, and we take responsibility for our actions. We want to be accountable to our communities and those who support us. Belonging: We welcome and include all LGBTQI+ people, and we celebrate and value their range of experience in terms of gender, religion, race, age, disability status and class. We try to remove obstacles to participation, champion equality and promote a sense of family or home through our services. Respect: We believe that every person is equal and deserves the same level of courtesy, care, and attention. We respect the rights, wishes and feelings of our service users, and campaign for their rights to be respected as they go through the asylum and immigration system. . At Rainbow Migration, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We consider all qualified applicants, consistent with any legal requirements. We welcome applications from candidates with lived experience of going through the UK asylum or immigration system or who have been subject to immigration control. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for anyone considered as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 if they meet the necessary criteria in the person specification How to apply: Closing date: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, but the first consideration of received applications will take place on 18 March 2024. Interview date: Interviews will be scheduled on an ongoing basis in response to applications received. Please read the job description and person specification . If you have any questions about the role or would like to find out more before applying, then you can contact the line manager via . Please send: Your CV A written statement (max 1,000 words). Instead of a written statement you may submit your statement by video or audio recording (max 8 minutes) Optional: a completed monitoring form to . In your statement, please: Give examples of how you meet the person specification. In addition to what is on your CV, we want to hear about any relevant skills and experience that demonstrate how you meet the necessary criteria for the role, and if you meet any of the advantageous criteria. Skills and experience could be from training, volunteering, interests or life experience Confirm if you wish to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme for anyone considered as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 (physical or mental impairment that has a 'substantial' and 'long-term' effect on your ability to do normal daily activities) State how many hours a week you wish to work and if you have a preferred pattern, or if you are applying as part of a job-share If you do not want to do the policy elements of the job and instead focus on first and second tier advice, please mention this. By submitting an application, you: Confirm that you have the right to work in the UK and will produce the necessary documentation if you are offered this post. Declare that to the best of your knowledge and belief, the information provided with your application is true and correct and that you understand that any false information or statement given will justify the dismissal from Rainbow Migration if appointed. Accept that, if successful, you will be required to disclose all spent and unspent criminal records at the point of conditional job and subsequently to undergo an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. We are proud to be a member of the Experts by Experience Employment Network ( ), which aims to create a charitable sector that is led by people with lived experience of the asylum and immigration system. As part of this network, we challenge the one-size-fits-all approach in our employment practices, and respect personal circumstances and needs of people with lived experience. Please feel free to use information and resources at which may help in preparing your job application. Privacy notice If you apply for this role, the information you provide will be processed according to Rainbow Migration's privacy policy . Rainbow Migration will not share your information with any third parties unless part of the recruitment process or are legally required to do so. By applying, you are permitting Rainbow Migration to access and use the information for recruitment purposes. Rainbow Migration will store your data for 12 months after the conclusion of the recruitment campaign. Monitoring information is kept separately and is pseudonymised to avoid identification of applicants. It is amalgamated for statistical purposes and the original data is then deleted after six months
Role: Immigration Solicitor Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. We look to recruit dedicated and talented employees in both legal and non-legal capacities, and we are always interested to receive applications from quality candidates. If you can demonstrate a strong commitment to the areas of law provided by the firm, and you are keen to build a career with us, please apply online with your details and CV. Immigration Department Background: We have one of the largest legal aid Immigration practices in the UK and are ranked as a top tier practice by The Legal 500 directory for our services including, business immigration, human rights, appeals and overstay. Our immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals under the Tier 1 visa categories. Specialists in the full spectrum of immigration law; including asylum, human rights, nationality and business immigration - our immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals under the Tier 1 visa categories. We offer a wide range of services to all foreign national individuals and families wishing to enter, remain, or settle in the UK. With over 160 specialist Immigration lawyers nationwide, we bring the highest level of expertise to all immigration matters. The department has a number of highly skilled lawyers who have trained as barristers, and undertake complex appeal cases in the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. Our immigration team is renowned for their extensive experience in asylum (international protection) claims and challenging human rights violations for unaccompanied minors and victims of torture, trafficking, and domestic abuse. In these cases, we are committed to assisting no matter the individual client's circumstance. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to Department Director Responsible for all aspects of Immigration work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Immigration work including; detained clients; victims of trafficking & torture; asylum work from initial applications through to Tribunal appeal and upper Court appeal matters; entry clearance applications and appeals and some judicial review work Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency, Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence Preparing applications to meet Home Office requirements (incl drafting application forms, index of documents and letters of representations) Attending conferences and court You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required: Law Society Immigration Accreditation Level 2 (IAAS) & Supervisor, NOT necessary but desirable Committed and highly driven Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Immigration issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publically funded Immigration work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Immigration related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please visit our website and apply using our online process for your application to be considered.
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
Role: Immigration Solicitor Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. We look to recruit dedicated and talented employees in both legal and non-legal capacities, and we are always interested to receive applications from quality candidates. If you can demonstrate a strong commitment to the areas of law provided by the firm, and you are keen to build a career with us, please apply online with your details and CV. Immigration Department Background: We have one of the largest legal aid Immigration practices in the UK and are ranked as a top tier practice by The Legal 500 directory for our services including, business immigration, human rights, appeals and overstay. Our immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals under the Tier 1 visa categories. Specialists in the full spectrum of immigration law; including asylum, human rights, nationality and business immigration - our immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals under the Tier 1 visa categories. We offer a wide range of services to all foreign national individuals and families wishing to enter, remain, or settle in the UK. With over 160 specialist Immigration lawyers nationwide, we bring the highest level of expertise to all immigration matters. The department has a number of highly skilled lawyers who have trained as barristers, and undertake complex appeal cases in the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. Our immigration team is renowned for their extensive experience in asylum (international protection) claims and challenging human rights violations for unaccompanied minors and victims of torture, trafficking, and domestic abuse. In these cases, we are committed to assisting no matter the individual client's circumstance. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to Department Director Responsible for all aspects of Immigration work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Immigration work including; detained clients; victims of trafficking & torture; asylum work from initial applications through to Tribunal appeal and upper Court appeal matters; entry clearance applications and appeals and some judicial review work Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency, Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence Preparing applications to meet Home Office requirements (incl drafting application forms, index of documents and letters of representations) Attending conferences and court You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required: Law Society Immigration Accreditation Level 2 (IAAS) & Supervisor, NOT necessary but desirable Committed and highly driven Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Immigration issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publically funded Immigration work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Immigration related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please visit our website and apply using our online process for your application to be considered.
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that it does. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. Public Law Department Background: Our Public Law team is applauded by the Legal 500 UK directory has a "dynamic team", who are "exceptional in ability and reach". Ranked and recommended for its excellence in Public Law UK-wide, the department undertakes both publicly (legal aid) and privately funded work and has experience in all aspects of civil liberties and judicial review claimant matters against the Home Office, HMRC, local authority, NHS including obtaining emergency orders and other interim relief to prevent human rights violations. The department regularly follow up judicial reviews with actions for damages in both the County and High Courts and successfully pursue matters to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. The firm's flagship judicial review claimant practice sees it represent clients including the vulnerable and marginalised, and its immigration offering is strengthened by collaboration with its expanding international presence challenging UK government practices abroad. As a large and well-established firm, we are well known to the Legal Aid Agency (LAA), the Courts, and the Government Legal Department (GLD). The quality of our work is repeatedly demonstrated by our high success rates. Our lawyers are award winning and many of our cases, which are recorded in the reported case journals, raise new and important issues, and create legal precedents for the future. Main Responsibilities of the Role Report directly to Department Director Responsible for all aspects of Public Law work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Public Law work including: Unlawful detention; False imprisonment; Abuse by detention staff and removal escorts; Conditions in detention; Age assessments; Asylum support; Challenging non-appealable decisions; Challenging removal notices; NHS & Local Authority challenges; Policies, practices and decisions made by the Immigration and Asylum Tribunals (First-tier Tribunal / Upper Tribunal) ; Bail decisions Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence Attending conferences and court Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency, Preparing applications (incl drafting application forms, index of documents and letters of representations) Attending conferences and court You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required 3 years PQE Law Society Immigration Accreditation & Supervisor NOT necessary but desirable Membership is desirable andcommitted and highly driven Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters in a sensitive manner to deal with vulnerable clients and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Public Law issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the Legal Aid Guidance for Public Law matters and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Public Law related work Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, apply now or please visit our website and apply using our online process for your application to be considered.
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that it does. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. Public Law Department Background: Our Public Law team is applauded by the Legal 500 UK directory has a "dynamic team", who are "exceptional in ability and reach". Ranked and recommended for its excellence in Public Law UK-wide, the department undertakes both publicly (legal aid) and privately funded work and has experience in all aspects of civil liberties and judicial review claimant matters against the Home Office, HMRC, local authority, NHS including obtaining emergency orders and other interim relief to prevent human rights violations. The department regularly follow up judicial reviews with actions for damages in both the County and High Courts and successfully pursue matters to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. The firm's flagship judicial review claimant practice sees it represent clients including the vulnerable and marginalised, and its immigration offering is strengthened by collaboration with its expanding international presence challenging UK government practices abroad. As a large and well-established firm, we are well known to the Legal Aid Agency (LAA), the Courts, and the Government Legal Department (GLD). The quality of our work is repeatedly demonstrated by our high success rates. Our lawyers are award winning and many of our cases, which are recorded in the reported case journals, raise new and important issues, and create legal precedents for the future. Main Responsibilities of the Role Report directly to Department Director Responsible for all aspects of Public Law work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Public Law work including: Unlawful detention; False imprisonment; Abuse by detention staff and removal escorts; Conditions in detention; Age assessments; Asylum support; Challenging non-appealable decisions; Challenging removal notices; NHS & Local Authority challenges; Policies, practices and decisions made by the Immigration and Asylum Tribunals (First-tier Tribunal / Upper Tribunal) ; Bail decisions Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence Attending conferences and court Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency, Preparing applications (incl drafting application forms, index of documents and letters of representations) Attending conferences and court You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required 3 years PQE Law Society Immigration Accreditation & Supervisor NOT necessary but desirable Membership is desirable andcommitted and highly driven Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters in a sensitive manner to deal with vulnerable clients and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Public Law issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the Legal Aid Guidance for Public Law matters and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Public Law related work Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, apply now or please visit our website and apply using our online process for your application to be considered.
About the organisation nia has been delivering services to women, girls and children who have been subjected to sexual and domestic violence and abuse, including prostitution, since 1975. The organisation has three main aims: to provide services for women, girls and children who have experienced men's violence; contributing to ending male violence against women and girls, and to inform and influence policy and public awareness. About the post The post is currently funded until 30th September 2022 with a possibility of further extension, subject to funding. This is a specialist post to support and advocate for women with no recourse to public funds experiencing male violence with a particular focus on enabling their resettlement, independent living and access to, and enforcement of, their rights. About you We're looking for a highly organised and self-motivated woman who is passionate about ending violence against women. You'll have a 'can-do' approach and demonstrable commitment to nia's feminist approach to supporting women and girls. CV's will not be accepted. Closing date: 10am, 10th March 2022 Interview date: 16th March 2022 The post is subject to an enhanced vetting and barring check and open to women only. Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR), Schedule 9 (Work; Exceptions), Part 1 (Occupational Requirements), of the Equality Act (2010) applies.
Feb 24, 2022
Full time
About the organisation nia has been delivering services to women, girls and children who have been subjected to sexual and domestic violence and abuse, including prostitution, since 1975. The organisation has three main aims: to provide services for women, girls and children who have experienced men's violence; contributing to ending male violence against women and girls, and to inform and influence policy and public awareness. About the post The post is currently funded until 30th September 2022 with a possibility of further extension, subject to funding. This is a specialist post to support and advocate for women with no recourse to public funds experiencing male violence with a particular focus on enabling their resettlement, independent living and access to, and enforcement of, their rights. About you We're looking for a highly organised and self-motivated woman who is passionate about ending violence against women. You'll have a 'can-do' approach and demonstrable commitment to nia's feminist approach to supporting women and girls. CV's will not be accepted. Closing date: 10am, 10th March 2022 Interview date: 16th March 2022 The post is subject to an enhanced vetting and barring check and open to women only. Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR), Schedule 9 (Work; Exceptions), Part 1 (Occupational Requirements), of the Equality Act (2010) applies.
Outreach Caseworker Location: London - Greater London Job ID: 2 Type of Contract: Permanent Contracted Hours Per Week: 37.5 Salary Range (pro rata if part time): CGL points 23 to 28 (£23,218.59 - £26,983.44) ILW / OLW /Fringe: Inner London Weighting (£3,757.62) Overview A fantastic, new opportunity has arisen to become an Outreach Caseworker, assertively engaging with individuals who are rough sleeping. We are hoping this role will be for you. Responsibilities Change Grow Live has been awarded an exciting new contract to provide an integrated rough sleeper service in Newham. The new service started on 1st September 2021, providing a wide range of initiatives to ensure the best possible outcomes for rough sleepers in Newham. We are looking to recruit a passionate and motivated Outreach Caseworker to the team. Working in partnership with trusted local providers, the integrated rough sleeper support service provides outreach work, social care navigation, housing first services, accommodation, move-on support, a day centre, immigration advice and education, training and employment opportunities. Please see the job description to see how the Outreach Caseworker role will contribute to this exciting new project. If you would like more information prior to applying, please contact Michelle Brown who will be happy to have a chat with you about this opportunity. For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button. Closing Date: 12/1/2022 Interview Date: 17/1/2022 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through, please contact us. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level. We believe that having diverse people working as part of our team makes us the organisation that we are. We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and to make Change Grow Live a great place to work. If you have any feedback on our recruitment processes (good or bad) we'd love to hear from you so that we can make sure they are fair, and we attract and recruit the best, most diverse workforce possible. The safety of vulnerable children, young people and adults is our absolute priority. We will support you in your role to make sure that you are equipped to support the safety of people who use our services and those around them, to the highest standard possible.
Jan 04, 2022
Full time
Outreach Caseworker Location: London - Greater London Job ID: 2 Type of Contract: Permanent Contracted Hours Per Week: 37.5 Salary Range (pro rata if part time): CGL points 23 to 28 (£23,218.59 - £26,983.44) ILW / OLW /Fringe: Inner London Weighting (£3,757.62) Overview A fantastic, new opportunity has arisen to become an Outreach Caseworker, assertively engaging with individuals who are rough sleeping. We are hoping this role will be for you. Responsibilities Change Grow Live has been awarded an exciting new contract to provide an integrated rough sleeper service in Newham. The new service started on 1st September 2021, providing a wide range of initiatives to ensure the best possible outcomes for rough sleepers in Newham. We are looking to recruit a passionate and motivated Outreach Caseworker to the team. Working in partnership with trusted local providers, the integrated rough sleeper support service provides outreach work, social care navigation, housing first services, accommodation, move-on support, a day centre, immigration advice and education, training and employment opportunities. Please see the job description to see how the Outreach Caseworker role will contribute to this exciting new project. If you would like more information prior to applying, please contact Michelle Brown who will be happy to have a chat with you about this opportunity. For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button. Closing Date: 12/1/2022 Interview Date: 17/1/2022 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through, please contact us. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level. We believe that having diverse people working as part of our team makes us the organisation that we are. We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and to make Change Grow Live a great place to work. If you have any feedback on our recruitment processes (good or bad) we'd love to hear from you so that we can make sure they are fair, and we attract and recruit the best, most diverse workforce possible. The safety of vulnerable children, young people and adults is our absolute priority. We will support you in your role to make sure that you are equipped to support the safety of people who use our services and those around them, to the highest standard possible.