We are looking for a mid/senior level immigration solicitor to join our Business Immigration Team in London for a 12-month fixed term contact. The successful candidate will work on a broad range of corporate immigration matters; including advising on applications under all working visa routes, sponsor licence applications and immigration audits and compliance projects.
While the role is for a business immigration solicitor, as the Business Immigration Team regularly works on global mandates, the candidate should expect to coordinate immigration work with lawyers in other Bird & Bird offices and our Plus network as well as working closely with colleagues in the Employment Team and other departments such as Tax, Corporate, Commercial, Real Estate, IP and Data Protection.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist our corporate clients with sponsor licence applications and work visa applications for senior and key talent.
* Analyse potential issues involved with immigration applications and work collaboratively with fee earners and clients to resolve them.
* Coordinate global immigration work in other jurisdictions (e.g., Asia Pacific region) with local counsel.
* Liaise with key stakeholders to assist in the progression of a file from initial touch point to completion.
* Review application forms and supporting documents for compliance purposes.
* Use our online ACCESS legal tech platform to manage visa projects (e.g., upload documents, update status, set visa expiry reminders).
* Lead mock audits and other compliance projects.
* Provide advice in relation to business visitors and any other new visa routes.
* Assist with immigration queries from the HR team, including but not limited to, provision of visa support for secondees and Plus firm lawyers.
* Contribute to the constant exchange of information and immigration updates by attending ILPA meetings, conferences and webinars.
* Mentor junior lawyers, including trainees and apprentices as needed.
What You'll Bring
* Strong academic background and excellent analytical skills.
* Knowing how to spot risk issues and discussing them as a team to formulate the best solution for our clients.
* Superb communication skills with a focus on accuracy.
* A proactive and collaborative professional who thrives in a team environment, with the confidence to work autonomously under appropriate supervision.
* Excellent relationship builder who can work with various key stakeholders under time pressure.
* Having a keen sense of commercial realities when advising clients of their legal options.
* Being mindful of the legal constraints and not overpromising deliverables.
* Broad range of business immigration experience (e.g., Skilled Worker, Global Business Mobility, sponsor licence, Temporary visa categories, Mock audits, legal right to work, immigration compliance, ILR, naturalisation).
* Experience having worked with Band 1 or 2 immigration firm would be desirable.
What’s In It For You
We provide comprehensive support for our colleagues’ health and wellbeing, including private medical cover, life assurance, critical illness cover, and regular health assessments. In addition, we offer a range of lifestyle benefits such as a cycle‑to‑work scheme, access to online GP appointments, discounted gym memberships, and an electric vehicle scheme.
If you require any assistance, please email us at talentacquisitionlondon@twobirds.com.
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EEO and Disability
As a disability and neurodiversity inclusive employer we want to ensure that you have a barrier‑free recruitment experience at Bird & Bird. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please provide details to your recruitment contact who will be in touch to discuss any details provided and understand more about your individual adjustment needs.
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