Job Description

The Immigration team are looking to recruit an associate to join them in the London office. The successful candidate must be experienced in business immigration, experience of private/personal immigration would be beneficial.

This is a family cover role for 9-12months.

Responsibilities

• To undertake fee-earning work and provide a profitable contribution to the work of the division.
• To deliver a high quality commercial legal service ensuring personal compliance with quality standards and professional ethics.
• To be an ambassador for the firm at all times and always promote it in a positive light.

Essential & Desirable Criteria

• Experience working at a top tier immigration practice
• Admitted to the roll of solicitors
• 3-6 PQE
• Strong track record of dealing with business immigration matters.
• Experience in personal/individual immigration matters desirable but not essential.
• Specialist knowledge of relevant area of law.
• To have achieved all competency levels relevant to an Associate (mid).

The firm operates a hybrid agile working policy allowing employees to work from home (or another UK location) for up to 50% of their time. Individuals can also apply for other flexible working options either at the time of recruitment or during the course of their employment.

At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. You can find out more about our firm’s commitment, initiatives and Pennclusion committees here.

We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees, at all stages of the recruitment process and employment, regardless of age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background. We aim to provide adjustments for people who have a disability, long-term health condition (including mental health) or neurodiversity. If you would like to request an adjustment, please contact Emily.Green@penningtonslaw.com