Job title: Immigration Solicitor/Supervisor
Organisation: Islington Law Centre
Location: London
Deadline: Tuesday 4 August 2026
Salary: £45,126 – £49,210 dependent on qualifications and experience. Plus 3% auto enrolment pension contribution. 35 hour week, excellent Terms and Conditions.
ISLINGTON LAW CENTRE is one of the largest Law Centres in the country. We are seeking an experienced IAAS Level 2 or above Asylum and Immigration Solicitor with Supervisor Status to join our specialist team. This is an exciting opportunity to join an experienced, dynamic, collaborative, and creative team. We are recognised for high‑quality specialist publicly funded legal advice and representation across asylum, trafficking and human rights‑based immigration matters. The team received a Category 1 score in its most recent Independent Peer Review for the Legal Aid Agency. We are deeply committed to legal aid and to securing access to justice for the communities we serve in Islington and beyond. We work hard to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients, litigating where necessary at all levels of the tribunal and court system. Our casework and strategic legal work have contributed to important systemic change.
We are looking for an experienced colleague to join our core, community‑facing immigration team for at least 18 months, initially covering two consecutive periods of extended absence, though the role is intended to be permanent. The successful candidate will ideally have 3–5 years’ PQE as a solicitor and be accredited as a supervisor. Experience of working to Legal Aid contract processes is essential. Islington Law Centre is an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds who are passionate about upholding the rights of the vulnerable and disadvantaged in society to come and work for us.
Immigration Solicitor/Supervisor, Islington Law Centre employer: ILPA - Immigration Law Practitioners' Association Ltd
UNISON is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture. With a strong commitment to professional development, the organisation offers numerous growth opportunities for solicitors, including training and the chance to influence significant immigration policies affecting union members. Located in a vibrant area, UNISON provides a meaningful work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of others.
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ILPA - Immigration Law Practitioners' Association Ltd Recruitment Team
