Business Immigration Assistant

Job Description

Fragomen, a leading global law firm dedicated exclusively to immigration services worldwide, is seeking to hire Business Immigration Assistants on a casual contract basis. This role is suited for talented students seeking an entry-level opportunity to assist Fragomen legal teams in preparing and filing visa applications. You may also support the provision of strategic advisory services to meet our clients' business immigration needs and goals. Law students with an interest in Immigration or Administrative law are encouraged to apply. This is a great opportunity to learn more about this dynamic practice area and grow your legal acumen

The role sits within a fast-paced, friendly legal team and provides support in the delivery of our immigration services to our clients, to ensure that strong and positive client relationships with both our corporate and individual clients are maintained. You will have the opportunity to gain experience in a global firm, with exposure to a range of clients from blue chip companies to start-ups, enabling you to develop valuable skills for a legal career.

This role requires a keen attention to detail, and the ability to work independently through quickly learning specific processes and procedures. Candidates will also have good client service and communications skills, as interaction with corporate clients, visa applicants and internal stakeholders may be required.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Are enrolled in a law degree (preferable) or working towards studying law
• Have client service orientated skills
• Have excellent attention to detail, with strong time management skills and are self-motivated
• Have the ability to work independently as well as part of a broader team
• Have the ability to follow process and procedures
• Possess strong MS Office skills

Prior administration experience is highly desirable but not compulsory

About us

Fragomen is the leading firm dedicated to immigration services worldwide. Offering immigration support in more than 170 countries, the firm has over 6,000 immigration professionals and support staff in 60 plus offices across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific. Fragomen is currently a member of the Am Law 100 and Am Law Global 100.

The firm is structured to support all aspects of immigration, including strategic planning, compliance, government relations, reporting, and case management and processing. We represent a broad client base ranging from individuals and emerging businesses to many of the world's leading multinational corporations. Our emphasis is on business and corporate migration services.

We offer a collegiate atmosphere, training, development and flexible work arrangements.

Finding the right person is very important to us. We hope that finding the right place is as important to you.

Fragomen is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, heritage, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or intersex status.

All offers and/or employment contracts are contingent upon the successful completion of the Firm's pre-employment screening process. This includes verifying the candidate's identity, confirming legal authorisation to work in the location for the offered position, and conducting a comprehensive background check in compliance with local regulations.

All offers and/or employment contracts are contingent upon the successful completion of the Firm's pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate's identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position's location, and conducting a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations.