Immigration Solicitor/Caseworker – Legal Aid Specialist Role
Douglas Scott is working exclusively with a highly regarded law firm based in Manchester who are seeking an Accredited Solicitor or Caseworker to join their Immigration and Asylum Law Department.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a newly established team focused on legal aid funded matters, following the firm’s successful acquisition of a Legal Aid Contract.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Manage legal aid files within Immigration and Asylum law.
2. Collaborate with the department head and Senior Caseworkers.
3. Handle a range of legal aid Immigration cases and assist with privately funded matters as needed.
Requirements:
1. Minimum Level 2 Accreditation (Law Society or OISC).
2. Prior experience working on legal aid files is essential.
3. Strong understanding of Immigration laws, rules, and procedures.
4. Excellent command of English (knowledge of another language is advantageous).
5. Solicitors must hold a clean record and valid Practising Certificate.
6. Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and support vulnerable clients.
What’s On Offer:
1. Join a dynamic, supportive, and expanding department.
2. Play a key role in building a dedicated Legal Aid team.
3. Opportunity to develop expertise in a highly impactful area of law.
Apply now to take the next step in your Immigration law career!
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