Law​/Legal Associate

Job Description Associate - Future Opportunities

Contract: Full time, permanent

Team: UK Inbound

Office

Location:

7th Floor, Saville House, 74-90 Savile Street, Sheffield S4 7UD
, United Kingdom

Register your interest today and, if your skillset meets the criteria set out below, we will be in touch when we are next actively recruiting.

The role is an opportunity to work directly with a broad range of corporate clients, from large international corporations, to SMEs, across a variety of sectors. The client list includes everything from established household names to disruptive start ups, offering a full spectrum of immigration needs and a real opportunity to exercise strategic thinking.

You will be predominantly engaged in transactional work, including advising on, preparing and submitting visa applications, and will also be expected to advise clients on all aspects of UK immigration, including right to work and compliance. Our clients value partnership so place a real focus on establishing close working relationships where we function as an extension of their team.

You will have the support of Senior Managers as well as administrative support for your day-to-day caseload. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in business development activities and be involved in wider Firm initiatives (including government liaison and pro bono work).

• Acts as key point of contact on client accounts, providing legal and strategic advice, with senior associate/manager support as needed
• Managing and developing client relationships, with manager support as needed
• Legal research as required
• Maintaining a full caseload in an organised and efficient manner while adhering to deadlines
• Participation as required in client reviews; preparation of reports and meetings and involvement in presentations and training
• Leadership and training with junior colleagues
• Responsible for billing/WIP reports

Our UK Inbound team is a diverse team with experienced Senior Associates, Associates, Senior Consultants and Consultants. Using their entrepreneurial spirit the team is constantly thinking of new ways to provide industry-leading immigration support. As part of the team, you will work with experienced immigration professionals whilst gaining exposure to Senior Partners in the UK and beyond.

Essential criteria:

• UK qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with UK Inbound immigration experience
• Experience in advising on corporate immigration matters, with a particular focus on sponsored work visas
• Confident advising client stakeholders and developing business
• Be proactive and highly organised with a strong client-facing background
• Strong technical capabilities
• A high level of accuracy
• Attention to detail is key, as is the ability to work autonomously, as well as collaboratively as part of the team
• The ability to communicate clearly and concisely
• Adaptability
• You will ideally be a self-starter with resilience and strong commercial acumen
• A positive outlook and a solutions-driven focus is crucial

A career at Fragomen will provide you with the opportunity to work in an exciting environment for a broad range of clients, where no two days will be the same. You will face interesting challenges, and will work with dedicated, friendly and ambitious people, where providing exceptional client service is at the core of what we do. We are extremely proud of our diverse workforce at Fragomen, and we are fully committed to providing equal opportunities.

At Fragomen, we value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and professional growth. Our UK offerings include:

• Competitive Salary: We offer salaries that reflect your skills and experience
• Health and Wellness: A comprehensive employee assistance programme, gym discounts, medical insurance, Headspace membership and wellbeing platforms
• Lifestyle and Savings: Discount platforms, cycle to work scheme, electric car lease scheme, season ticket loans and family support resources
• Protection and Security: Life assurance, group income protection and a workplace pension scheme including a 5% employer contribution
• Time Away from Work: 25 days annual leave, + bank holidays and 3 personal leave days. Enhanced family leave policies, volunteering days and birthday leave
• Professional Development: Access to our e-learning platform, mentoring schemes and training bursaries (where applicable)
• Hybrid Work Arrangements: The Firm operates a global hybrid working policy which supports flexibility. Depending on your role, you can agree with your manager a minimum of two days per week working in your local office. Flexibility is important, and additional days in the office may be required based on your role, and / or team and business need

• Once you have submitted your application, our Talent Acquisition team will review your skills and experience. If these match the requirements of the…