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Role: Immigration Solicitors - IAAS Level 2 Accredited - Nationwide opportunities A leading Legal 500 firm is seeking three or more IAAS Level 2 Accredited Immigration Solicitors for permanent positions within its expanding team. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our client's accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm. Immigration Department Background: Our client's has one of the largest legal aid immigration law practices in the UK and are ranked and recommended as a top-tier practice by The Legal 500 directory for our services including, business immigration, human rights, appeals and overstay. The Legal 500 legal directory applauds the services they provide nationwide. The immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals. The immigration team offers a wide range of services to foreign nationals and families seeking to enter, remain, or settle in the UK. With over 160 specialist immigration lawyers nationwide, the department brings exceptional expertise to all immigration matters. Many of its lawyers are trained barristers who handle complex appeals in the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. The team is particularly recognised for its extensive experience in asylum (international protection) claims and for challenging human rights violations involving unaccompanied minors and victims of torture, trafficking, and domestic abuse. In these cases, the firm remains committed to providing support regardless of individual circumstances. Main Duties and Responsibilities Report directly to Department Director Responsible for all aspects of Immigration work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Immigration work including; detained clients; victims of trafficking & torture; asylum work from initial applications through to Tribunal appeal and upper Court appeal matters; entry clearance applications and appeals and some judicial review work Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency, Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence Preparing applications to meet Home Office requirements (incl. drafting application forms, index of documents and letters of representations) Attending conferences and court You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required Registered with the Law Society Immigration Accreditation Level 2 Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Immigration issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publically funded Immigration work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Immigration related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. What's on Offer: Competitive salary package Supportive team environment Clear opportunities for career growth Hybrid working in line with company policy Our Commitment: We value diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunities, ensuring our workforce reflects the communities we serve. Our recruitment process complies with GDPR and all relevant laws. CRB/DBS checks will confirm your UK work eligibility and role suitability. About Gemini Recruitment: Gemini Recruitment is a leading agency specialising in legal placements across the UK. We work closely with Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals, and Legal Support Staff, offering deep insight into opportunities in the legal market.

Senior Associate - Employment Birmingham Hybrid Working 5+ PQE A leading national law firm is looking to recruit a Senior Associate to join its highly regarded Employment team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Employment Solicitor to join a collaborative and growing national practice advising a strong portfolio of employer clients across a range of sectors including technology, retail, financial services, logistics, mobility and higher education. The Opportunity The successful candidate will handle a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, working closely with clients on day-to-day advisory issues as well as more complex strategic matters. The role will involve advising on Employment Tribunal claims, workplace investigations, restructures and redundancies, discrimination and whistleblowing matters, senior exits, contractual issues and the employment aspects of corporate transactions. Alongside high-quality legal work, this role offers the opportunity to become heavily involved in client relationship management, business development initiatives and wider team growth strategies. The team encourages lawyers at Senior Associate level to take ownership of client relationships and play an active role in developing their profile internally and externally. The Candidate Applications are welcomed from Employment Solicitors with 5+ years' PQE who can demonstrate: Strong experience across both contentious and non-contentious employment matters Confidence managing matters independently from start to finish Excellent client relationship and communication skills Strong technical and drafting ability Commercial awareness and pragmatic problem-solving skills A collaborative and proactive approach to team working An interest in mentoring junior lawyers and supporting team development This opportunity would suit someone looking to join a modern and ambitious national practice offering genuinely high-quality work, strong progression prospects and a supportive culture. The Firm The successful candidate will join a nationally recognised Employment team within a wider People advisory practice spanning employment, immigration and pensions. The firm is known for its strong commercial client base, modern approach to legal services and commitment to innovation, flexibility and professional development. The business places a strong emphasis on culture, inclusion and collaboration, offering employees the opportunity to build long-term careers within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. What's on Offer High-quality national employment work Strong employer-side client base Genuine progression opportunities Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Collaborative and inclusive culture For further information or to apply confidentially, please get in touch. All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence by Yolk Recruitment. If you are looking to pursue the next step in your career with a highly regarded law firm, we encourage you to apply by contacting Nicole Smith on (phone number removed) or alternatively send your CV Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Immigration Solicitor / Caseworker BCR/JC/31684 Birmingham (phone number removed) DOE Bell Cornwall Recruitment's client is a leading Birmingham Solicitors who specialise in Immigration. They are looking to recuit a Senior Immigration Solicitor or caseworker to supervise the rest of the team as they continue to grow their case management team as they have enjoyed success and growth recently. The Role: Manage own casework with minimal supervision from day one Advise private and corporate immigration clients across various categories (not including asylum) Keep up to date with the UK immigration legislation as well as research & interpret current information Liaise with Visa application centres as well as the home office on behalf of clients Assess clients immigration claims and advise accordingly Supervise the workflow amongst the rest of the caseworker team The Ideal Immigration Caseworker will have: Previous experience as an Immigration Caseworker managing a caseload of private (or Corporate) immigration files Understanding of immigration law Relevant qualifications, such as LLB, LPC etc with electives in Immigration Experience using a case management system If you are an experience private and corporate immigration solicitor with supervisory experiecne please apply now. INDHP Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales

Role: Public Law Solicitor - Birmingham A Legal500, Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Public Law Solicitor for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our client's accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm. Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Public Law Department Background Our client's Public Law department has experience in all aspects of civil liberties and judicial review against the HMRC, local authority, NHS, planning Judicial Review including obtaining emergency orders and other interim relief to prevent breaches of human rights. Their department regularly follow up judicial reviews with actions for damages in both the County and High Courts and successfully pursue matters to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. The quality of the department is repeatedly demonstrated by its high success rates, with award winning cases, many of which are recorded in the reported case journals, raising new and important issues, and creating legal precedents for the future. The Public Law Department is recognised as a leader in its field by Chambers and Partners and Legal 500 for its depth of experience in immigration and civil liberties challenges. As a well-established firm, our client is well known to the Legal Aid Agency (LAA), the Courts, and the Government Legal Department (GLD). Our client also collaborates with other firms on funding and case management issues, and has a close working relationship with a number of barristers' chambers with relevant expertise in public law. Our client carries out both publicly and privately funded work. Main Duties and Responsibilities Report directly to Department Director Responsible for all aspects of Public Law work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Public Law work including: Unlawful detention; False imprisonment; Abuse by detention staff and removal escorts; Conditions in detention; Age assessments; Asylum support; Challenging non-appealable decisions; Challenging removal notices; NHS & Local Authority challenges; Policies, practices and decisions made by the Immigration and Asylum Tribunals (First-tier Tribunal / Upper Tribunal) ; Bail decisions The work may also include challenging non-immigration issues such as data protection, housing etc Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency, Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence Preparing applications (incl drafting application forms, index of documents and letters of representations) Attending conferences and court You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Law Society Immigration Accreditation Level 2 & Supervisor NOT necessary but desirable Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven Solicitor experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters in a sensitive manner to deal with vulnerable clients and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Public Law issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the Legal Aid Guidance for Public Law matters and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Public Law related work Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion. The Company will allow hybrid-working in accordance with the company policy. The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. About Gemini Recruitment: Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Release is seeking to appoint a Supervising Solicitor for Community Care with genuine flexibility for part time or full time working to help shape and expand our legal services at the intersection of social justice and community care law. This role is particularly well suited to candidates seeking reduced hours , portfolio careers, or a position that allows for balance alongside caring responsibilities, or other commitments . The successful candidate will join a values driven organisation delivering high quality casework, innovative community based legal services, and strategic litigation aimed at systemic change. Person Specification Essential Minimum 4 years + post qualified solicitor with a current practising certificate, and Minimum 3 years + substantial experience in legal aid casework, supervision and/or compliance, and Minimum 1 year + experience of supervising others, and Experience in public law, housing law, and/or community care law within legal aid practice, and Strong commitment to social justice, harm reduction, and trauma-informed practice. Approved legal aid supervisor with the Legal Aid Agency. Desirable Experience working in a charity or non-profit organisation. Experience supporting or contributing to strategic litigation or test case work. Understanding of the impact of drug policy and criminalisation on marginalised communities. Experience in developing new services, partnerships, or funding-linked delivery models. Important notice: For this job, Release will only consider applications from those who already have the right to live and work in the UK. See the Home Office Immigration & Nationality Directorate for information on the UK Government's immigration policy. About the Role The Supervising Solicitor for Community Care Legal Aid is a key role in shaping and strengthening Release s legal services. Working closely with the Joint Head of Legal Services and Executive Director, and in collaboration with other colleagues, you will supervise the delivery of high-quality legal advice and representation, supporting the growth of legal aid practice whilst ensuring Release continues to train and develop social justice lawyers for the future. We are looking for an experienced legal aid practitioner who is strongly committed to social justice and the legal rights of marginalised communities, and who wants to build leadership experience in a movement-led organisation. The role will combine hands-on practice, leadership, supervision and compliance responsibilities. Please note: We do not expect the postholder to generate legal aid income at a multiple of their salary. While we do aim to grow legal aid income across the team to an initial target of £15,000 £25,000 per annum, the focus of this role is on developing high quality legal aid practice and building sustainable income collectively, as part of a mixed income organisational model. As Supervising Solicitor for Community Care Legal Aid, you will: • Support Strategic Development: Contribute to developing the direction and priorities of Release s legal services, including expanding legal aid work and strengthening access to justice. • Provide Practice Supervision: Support a multidisciplinary team of solicitors, legal advisers and volunteers to deliver excellent, trauma-informed legal support. Support and mentor team members on how to adhere to legal aid file compliance, time recording and CCMS applications. • Ensure Quality and Compliance: Help ensure consistent regulatory compliance and quality assurance across legal casework, including legal aid requirements. • Strengthen and Grow Services: Help develop and improve legal service delivery models, including responding to emerging needs and client priorities. • Contribute to Systemic Change: Support Release s wider mission by helping connect legal services with policy, research, and advocacy work. This role is ideal for someone with legal aid expertise and management potential, who wants to take a meaningful step into leadership whilst continuing to centre client care, justice and harm reduction.

COSTS LAWYER, SOLICITOR, CHARTERED LEGAL EXEC OR LAW COSTS DRAFTSMAN WITH LEGAL AID AND INTER PARTES EXPERIENCE - LONDON Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with specialist Lawyers and Law Costs Draftsmen (Cost Law Services Ltd) who are seeking experienced Costs Lawyer, Solicitor, Chartered Legal Exec or Law Costs Draftsman with extensive experience in drafting bills on Legal Aid and Inter Partes matters. Salary: On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for success and promotion. The Company will consider applicants wishing to work part time, full time or with flexible working hours. The Company will consider hybrid working. Accountability within a remote working culture is the norm within this business. Costs Law Services Background: Cost Law Services Limited is looking for two costs professionals with Inter Partes experience. We have grown exponentially to form a team of over 30 Law Costs Draftsmen and Lawyers in the UK with immense experience in all aspects of costs law in the UK and 35+ staff abroad. Not only do we represent a leading legal aid practice on all their billing they are now focusing on growing their client base. Our broad spectrum of billing varies across multiple areas of law with a sound knowledge of the costs system and the ability to manage client expectations and to ensure their cash flow is maintained. Our work involves a wide variety of legal practice areas and including Court of Protection, Children Law, Clinical Negligence, Commercial Litigation, Family, Housing & Property Litigation, Immigration, Judicial Review and Personal Injury matters. This includes, all the varied types of Bills, PODS; Replies; Negotiations; Budgets - (and relevant precedents), PA and DA assessments etc. The Role: The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge and experience in bill drafting. The Candidate will have an in-depth Knowledge of the Legal Aid Costs and assessment rules; will have experience with The Legal aid agency (LAA) software CCMS, and all Legal Aid claims as well as Inter partes (IP) work. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge and experience in drafting bills and also excellent negotiation skills. We are seeking experienced candidates who will 'hit the ground running'. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Report directly to Supervisor/Manager/ Director; Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a proactive understanding of clients' needs; Preparing assessment bundles; Drafting POD's/ Replies; Conducting Negotiations; To complete post assessment work; To complete Legal Aid Claims (Claim 1's/Claim 1a's/ Claim 2's); To liaise and advise junior fee earners and support staff in relation to the variety of legal costs matters; Drafting Cost Budgets and relevant Precedents; Drafting, High Cost Case Plans; (Desirable) Corresponding with third parties - experts, counsel etc., Uploading applications to the Legal Aid Agency Maintaining accurate time recording; Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly; Ensuring compliance with bill/case management system. Key Skills Required: Demonstrate passion and experience in Costs Law; A strong academic background i.e with a Law degree; Legal experience as a Costs Draftsperson & or a Costs Lawyer; Clear understanding and application of the civil procedure rules relating to costs; Minimum of 2 - 4 years' experience in drafting Inter partes bills; Costs Negotiations Experience; Advocacy (desirable); Business acumen and the ability to market the Company; Excellent communications skills to work effectively with team members and third parties; Excellent analytical and organisational skills and ability to use own initiative but know when to seek guidance; Committed team player, self -motivated and professional ; Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications Costs Master and document management skills; Social media skill (desirable). This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. If you are keen to begin your career with a firm that's committed to training a new generation of Solicitors, apply now for one of our agents to contact you. By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

An opportunity has arisen for a Family Solicitor to join a well-established law firm offering specialist advice in family law, immigration, litigation, and private client matters. As a Family Solicitor, you will be managing a varied private family law caseload, working closely with experienced colleagues in a supportive team environment. This role offers a salary of up to £60,000 and benefits. Candidate must be based within commuting distance of the office location. You will be responsible for Managing a caseload of privately funded family law matters, including divorce, separation, financial settlements, children matters and domestic issues Providing clear, sensitive and practical legal guidance to clients Drafting a range of legal documents and correspondence Negotiating settlements and supporting clients through complex and emotional matters Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of service delivery Contributing to the wider development and growth of the practice What we are looking for Previously worked as a Family Solicitor, Family Lawyer, Family law Solicitor or in a similar role Have 3-5 years of PQE in family law Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales Background handling privately funded family matters Immigration law experience will be highly preferred Confident managing a caseload with a good level of independence Strong client care skills with the ability to handle sensitive situations professionally What s on offer Competitive salary Supportive working environment Access to experienced practitioners for guidance and mentoring Genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression Friendly, team-oriented culture within a respected local practice The chance to contribute meaningfully to a growing and well-established firm This is a great opportunity for a Family Solicitor looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone, or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.