Immigration Paralegal

Lexington Ashworth Solicitors (SRA No. 8011832) is a growing, SRA-regulated law firm with offices in Stockport and Manchester, providing legal services to individuals, families and businesses across the UK.

Our practice areas include Immigration & Asylum, Criminal Defence, Civil Litigation, Family Law and Wills.

We undertake both privately funded and Legal Aid work, including Immigration & Asylum under our Legal Aid Agency contract. We are committed to delivering high-quality legal services while maintaining strong professional and regulatory standards.

Lexington Ashworth Solicitors (SRA No. 8011832) is a growing, SRA-regulated law firm with offices in Stockport and Manchester, providing legal services to individuals, families and businesses across the UK.

Our practice areas include Immigration & Asylum, Criminal Defence, Civil Litigation, Family Law and Wills.

We undertake both privately funded and Legal Aid work, including Immigration & Asylum under our Legal Aid Agency contract. We are committed to delivering high-quality legal services while maintaining strong professional and regulatory standards.

We are seeking a motivated and organised Immigration Paralegal to join our expanding Immigration & Asylum department at our Stockport office.

This is a full-time, office-based position
, working Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced solicitors and accredited senior caseworkers, assisting with a broad range of privately funded and Legal Aid immigration matters.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with asylum claims, appeals, further submissions and human rights applications.
• Preparing visa applications, including Skilled Worker, family and settlement applications.
• Supporting business immigration matters, including sponsor licence applications and compliance.
• Drafting legal representations, witness statements, correspondence and supporting documents.
• Conducting legal research and preparing case bundles.
• Liaising with clients, the Home Office, tribunals and other relevant parties.
• Maintaining accurate case records and ensuring compliance with internal procedures, SRA requirements and Legal Aid standards.
• Managing deadlines and supporting the efficient progression of cases.

• A law degree, GDL or equivalent legal qualification or relevant experience.
• Previous experience in UK immigration and asylum law is desirable.
• IAAS accreditation (Immigration and Asylum Accreditation Scheme) is preferred
  , particularly for candidates with Legal Aid experience.
• Strong legal drafting, research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively within a team.
• A professional, client-focused approach, particularly when assisting vulnerable individuals.
• Familiarity with Legal Aid procedures and case management systems, including LEAP, would be advantageous.

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to work across both Legal Aid and private immigration matters.
• Exposure to complex asylum, appeals and business immigration cases.
• Training, supervision and opportunities for professional development.
• Career progression within a growing, multi-disciplinary law firm.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

Work Location: Dale House, Tiviot Dale, Stockport, SK1 1TA
.

• Please note: This is a full-time, office-based role. Applicants must be able to attend our Stockport office Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.