At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage immigration compliance matters and support clients in navigating complex regulations.
- Company: Join a leading global immigration firm with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for mentorship and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in clients' lives while developing your legal expertise.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with corporate immigration experience and strong advisory skills.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Contract: Full time, permanent.
Team: UK Inbound – Compliance.
Office: 1st Floor, 95 Gresham Street, London EC2V 7NA; 7th Floor, Saville House, 74‑90 Savile Street, Sheffield S4 7UD.
Key Responsibilities:
- Receive work from manager/senior associate/partner and manage the matter or delegate to juniors.
- Prepare sponsor licence applications under the Points Based System (PBS), conduct compliance reviews, and handle M&A activity impacting sponsors under PBS.
- Review illegal working cases and prepare representations to UKVI concerning suspension or down‑grading of sponsor licences.
- Attend client sites to undertake or lead mock Home Office audits.
- Prepare analysis of audit findings.
- Accompany team members to attend Home Office audits.
- Act as a key point of contact for compliance matters and participate in the Compliance Surgery rota with manager support as needed.
- Review drafted work from paralegals/coordinators.
- Perform legal research as required.
- Participate in client reviews, prepare reports and meetings, and assist with presentations and training.
- Provide legal and strategic advice under supervision and guidance.
- Mentor and train others and support operational issues.
- Manage billing/WIPPER for own cases and junior support.
Qualifications:
- Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales.
- Mandatory corporate immigration experience.
- Confident in advising senior client stakeholders and driving business development.
- Strong technical capability and high accuracy.
- Self‑starter with resilience and strong commercial acumen.
- Preferred: Experience in compliance.
Team: The team is part of the UK Inbound practice and serves clients in professional and financial services, oil & gas, and technology sectors. Focus areas include sponsor licensing, compliance improvement and training, UKVI action support, and corporate activity.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: At Fragomen, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace for all applicants and employees. If you require accommodations or support during the interview process, let us know, and we will consider reasonable adjustments. Fragomen is committed to promoting equal opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, heritage, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or intersex status.
Immigration Associate - Compliance employer: 250 Fragomen LLP
At Fragomen, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London and Sheffield. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through comprehensive training programmes and mentorship opportunities, ensuring that our team members thrive in their careers while contributing to meaningful compliance work. With a strong focus on inclusivity and collaboration, we foster a culture where every voice is valued, making us an attractive choice for those seeking a rewarding career in immigration law.
