SYRLJ (Sheffield) – Paralegal (Immigration/Asylum)
* Job Title: Paralegal
* Location: Sheffield
* Contract: Permanent
* Hours: 4 days per week (28hrs)
South Yorkshire Refugee Law and Justice are looking for a passionate and highly competent individual to support our excellent legal team as our new Paralegal. This post would suit someone who is passionate about migrant rights and social justice and is looking to pursue a career in Human Rights Law.
As a paralegal you will provide vital support to our legal team, whilst also growing your own legal skills, knowledge and qualifications.
Person Specification:
We are looking for someone with a passion for social justice who is pursuing a career in immigration law and has the following attributes:
* A commitment to the mission, vision and values of SYRLJ.
* Excellent organisational skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including the ability to communicate
* effectively across language and other barriers.
* Ability to use IT effectively including case management systems.
* Ability to work in a resource limited environment.
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of a small team, take initiative and support other
* colleagues where required
* An awareness of the wider issues and challenges faced by asylum seekers and refugees.
* Knowledge of immigration law and the asylum process and the experiences of those subject to these systems.
* Academic or vocational qualifications in UK Law
* Experience of working with volunteers
* Experience of working with vulnerable people
How to apply:
To apply for this role please send a C.V. and completed application form to recruitment@syrlj.org.uk.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role, please contact: Tom Nunn, Legal Director –tom.nunn@syrlj.org.uk
Deadline for applications: Midnight on Sunday 17th August 2025
Interviews: Thursday 28th August 2025
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