Vacancies

What the leading Legal Directory to the Legal Profession says about us...........

“Paragon Law dominates the immigration sector in Nottingham, handling a significant portion of the most complex and high-profile cases. Clients appreciate the international capabilities that its India and China offices afford it, and it has also recently opened a London base to support the firm's increasing workload. The "committed and passionate" team handles a range of work including audit and compliance of the UK Border Agency sponsorship arrangements, Tier 4 applications for students and appeal work; it also offers a dedicated asylum team. Sources agree that it is a "dedicated bunch of lawyers who are always thinking one step ahead."”

Chambers & Partners Directory 2012.

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Paragon Law

 

Trainee Solicitor:

Job Type:                                   Full-time
Closing date for applications:    23th September 2019

This is a great opportunity for a trainee solicitor to work in a fast paced environment, alongside our team of talented and professional lawyers. You will undertake a 2 year period of recognised training developing skills and experience required of a solicitor. The period of training will focus on assisting and developing knowledge of all areas of immigration law.  The particular emphasis will be on asylum and human rights. The training will only cover seats in the practice area of immigration law but will cover this across the board. The training will meet the requirements of the Solicitor’s Regulation Authority.

Successful candidate will be given regular supervision, feedback and support enabling them to qualify as a solicitor in the UK. 

Key Requirements

  • You will have a Level 2.1 law degree and have completed the legal practice course.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent prioritisation and organisational skills.
  • Experience of having conduct of an active immigration caseload.
  • Experience of working under a Legal Aid Agency contract.
  • Pleasant and tactful manner in dealing with clients both in-person and on the telephone.
  • Able to work full time in the UK.
  • Commitment to assisting those requiring protection in the UK.

Desirable Requirements

  • IAAS Accreditation at Senior Caseworker level; 2.
  • Over 1 years’ experience in asylum and immigration law practice

Benefits

  • Pay scale– competitive dependant on experience.
  • Annual Leave – 20 days per annum (plus public holidays) rising by 1 day after every holiday year worked, to a maximum of 25 days.
  • Flexible working hours and availability of working some days from home- subject to the needs of the Company and agreement with the team Director.
  • Nottingham City Centre location, with excellent transport links.
  • Auto enrolment to our pension scheme after 3 months employment.
  • Modern open plan office.

 

To apply for this position please send your CV and covering letter via email to hruk@paragonlaw.co.uk

 

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Supervising Senior Caseworker:
 
Job Type:                                          Full-time

Closing Date for Applications:          23rd September 2019
 
Due to internal progression, we are now looking for a highly motivated IAAS Accredited Supervising Senior Caseworker.
This role is within our Asylum team where the focus is on asylum and human rights law. The successful candidate will have responsibility for an active asylum caseload involving, as appropriate, all aspects of asylum and human rights work including unaccompanied minors, adult asylum claims, fresh claims, extension applications, appeals and higher court work. As a supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for the supervision of up to 4 other asylum caseworkers at varying levels of experience. This aspect of the role includes legal, file administration and performance supervision under the direction of the team Director. 
 
It is therefore essential that the right candidate has:
  • Accreditation to Level Two (Senior Caseworker) as part of the Immigration & Asylum Accreditation scheme operated by the Law Society. 
  • Accreditation to the level of Supervisor as part of the Immigration & Asylum Accreditation scheme operated by the Law Society (now called Supervising Senior Caseworker). 
  • Experience of working under a Legal Aid Agency contract.  
  • Experience of having sole conduct of an active asylum case load.  
  • Experience of preparing appeals to the IAC (Immigration and Asylum Chamber).  
  • Ability to prioritise workload. 
  • Pleasant and tactful manner in dealing with clients, both in person and on the telephone. 
  • Use of computer packages, subject to adequate training. 
  • Eligible to work full time in the UK.  
  • Ability to communicate fluently in English; both orally and in writing.  
  • Commitment to assisting those requiring protection in the UK.  
 
It is also desirable that the right candidate is: 
  • Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in any discipline in the UK or overseas. 
  • Has experience of supervising others including compliance with Legal Aid contract requirements, legal supervision and performance reviews.  
  • Experience of meeting both strict external deadlines and internal financial targets.  
  • Experience of representing unaccompanied asylum seeking children and victims of trafficking/modern slavery.  
  • Experience of preparing appeals to the higher courts, judicial review applications and resisting removals.  
 
Benefits  
1. Pay scale– competitive dependant on experience.  
2. Annual Leave – 20 days per annum (plus public holidays) rising by 1 day after every holiday year worked, to a maximum of 25 days. 
3. Flexible working hours and availability of working some days from home- subject to the needs of the Company and agreement with the team Director.
4. Nottingham City Centre location, with excellent transport links.
5. Auto enrolment to our pension scheme after 3 months employment.
6. Modern open plan office.
 
 
To apply for this position please send your CV and covering letter via email to hruk@paragonlaw.co.uk

 

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IAAS Accredited Caseworker:
 
Job Type:                                          Full-time
Closing Date for Applications:          23rd September 2019
 
Due to internal progression, we are now looking for a highly motivated IAAS Accredited Caseworker.
This role is within our Asylum team where the focus is on asylum and human rights law. The successful candidate will have responsibility for an active asylum caseload involving, as appropriate to their level of accreditation, all aspects of asylum work including unaccompanied minors, adult asylum claims, fresh claims, extension applications, appeals and higher court work. 
 
It is therefore essential that the right candidate has:
  • Accreditation to Level 1 (Casework Assistant) of the Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme operated by the Law Society; or
  • Accreditation to Level Two (Senior Caseworker) of the Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme operated by the Law Society. 
  • Experience of having sole conduct of an active asylum case load - (Senior Caseworkers only).  
  • Experience of preparing appeals to the IAC (Immigration and Asylum Chamber)- (Senior Caseworkers only).  
  • Ability to prioritise workload. 
  • Pleasant and tactful manner in dealing with clients, both in person and on the telephone. 
  • Use of computer packages, subject to adequate training. 
  • Eligible to work full time in the UK.  
  • Ability to communicate fluently in English; both orally and in writing.  
  • Commitment to assisting those requiring protection in the UK.  
 
It is also desirable that the right candidate has: 
  • Experience of working under a Legal Aid Agency contract.  
  • Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in any discipline in the UK or overseas. 
  • Experience of meeting both strict external deadlines and internal financial targets.  
  • Experience of representing unaccompanied asylum seeking children and victims of trafficking/modern slavery (Senior Caseworkers only).  
  • Experience of preparing appeals to the higher courts, judicial review applications and resisting removals (Senior Caseworkers only).  
 
Benefits     
1. Pay Scale – £16,500-£23k depending on experience and level of accreditation.  
2. Annual Leave – 20 days per annum (plus public holidays) rising by 1 day after every holiday year worked, to a maximum of 25 days. 
3. Flexible working hours and availability of working some days from home- subject to the needs of the Company and agreement with the team Director. 
4. Nottingham City Centre location, with excellent transport links.
5. Auto enrolment to our pension scheme after 3 months employment.
6. Modern open plan office.
 
To apply for this position please send your CV and covering letter via email to hruk@paragonlaw.co.uk
 

 

Paragon International 

At the present time, we have no vacancies.  However, all future vacancies will be posted here.

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Paragon Investment

At the present time, we have no vacancies.  However, all future vacancies will be posted here.

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Paragon Group

We are currently recruiting for the following position at Transact in Languages:

Interpreters and Translators 

 

As part of Paragon Group’s continuing committment to improving quality and the service we provide to our clients we are currently in the process of expanding our pool of approved interpreters and translators.

We are looking to work with professional individuals who can deliver high quality interpreting services. We are looking for a range of languages to satisfy our diverse client base. Ideally with previous experience of interpreting, but with excellent verbal communication skills in English and one other language.

You will be self-employed so you can maintain your independence whilst receiving attractive rates of pay for the work you carry out.

 

If you are interested in this opportunity, please email your CV and short cover letter to Tom Davies

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Speculative Applications

We are always keen to speak to individuals that feel they will be of value to the Paragon Group. If you believe you are such a person, then we would like to hear from you. Please complete the two forms below and return them by email to

Wendy Cracknell:

Application Form
Equalities Form