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• Immigration Legal Associate

  Job Title: Immigration Legal Associate
  Term: 12-Month Fixed-Term, Full Time
  Location: Covent Garden, London + Work From Home
  

  Immigration Legal Associate

  Join Richmond Chambers – a leading team of specialist UK immigration barristers

  We’re looking for talented and ambitious graduates to join our growing immigration team as Legal Associates. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing first-hand experience of UK immigration law and the modern immigration bar.

  About Richmond Chambers

  Richmond Chambers is an award-winning partnership of specialist immigration barristers and other immigration law professionals. Widely regarded as the UK’s leading immigration barrister law firm, our members share a commitment to delivering the highest quality immigration advice and representation – with the standards of service expected from a trusted, modern law firm.

  We specialise in every aspect of personal and business immigration law, including family and partner migration, work and business routes, investment migration, the EU Settlement Scheme, sponsor licensing, nationality law, refugee protection, and human rights.

  Our work spans the full range of privately funded immigration matters – from initial, extension, settlement, and citizenship applications to the Home Office through to administrative reviews, appeals, and judicial reviews before the immigration tribunals and higher courts.

  Chambers currently comprises 19 barrister members and 2 pupils, supported by a dedicated team of Legal Associates and Business Services professionals.

  The Role

  As a Legal Associate, you will work closely with and in support of our immigration barristers across a diverse and often complex caseload. You will gain hands-on experience assisting with visa applications, immigration appeals, and judicial reviews, often involving challenging or novel points of law.

  You will shadow and support barristers with their casework under supervision, working within a small team of one or two barristers. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include liaising with clients, attending conferences, taking instructions, completing application and appeal forms, conducting legal research, reviewing documents, preparing bundles, drafting correspondence and legal submissions, and attending appeal hearings.

  No prior experience in a law firm or chambers is required. You will receive comprehensive training – both from the barristers you work alongside and through in-house and external courses. We are committed to your professional development and will provide ongoing mentoring and regular feedback to help you progress.

  This is a demanding and rewarding role that offers early client contact, real responsibility, and exposure to complex immigration matters from day one. You will also be expected to stay up-to-date with developments in immigration law and policy.

  Working Environment

  We pride ourselves on fostering a friendly, inclusive, and supportive working culture where everyone can thrive personally and professionally. Collaboration is at the heart of our approach – we work together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.

  We actively promote wellbeing across Chambers and are proud to have received a Certificate of Recognition from the Bar Council for our commitment to wellbeing initiatives.

  Pathways to the Bar or Solicitor Qualification

  Aspiring Barristers:
  As a Legal Associate, you will gain invaluable experience working alongside some of the UK’s leading immigration barristers in an innovative and forward-thinking set. Richmond Chambers is unique in specialising exclusively in UK immigration law and, with its alternative business model, offers a distinctive insight into life at the modern immigration bar.

  Legal Associates are eligible to apply for pupillage with us. While employment as a Legal Associate does not guarantee an offer of pupillage, several of our Associates have successfully secured pupillage at Richmond Chambers and gone on to build rewarding careers at the immigration bar. Others have progressed to leading law firms and chambers.

  Aspiring Solicitors:
  We do not offer training contracts, but time spent as a Legal Associate counts as Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) for the purposes of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). The role provides outstanding legal experience, professional training, and the opportunity to build relationships that support future career development.

  Candidate Requirements

  Essential:

  • A strong academic background, with a minimum 2:1 degree;
    
  • A clear commitment to working with migrants and/or in the field of human rights;
    
  • Excellent English language skills, both written and verbal;
    
  • A proactive, self-motivated approach with strong attention to detail;
    
  • A commitment to exceptional client care and professional standards;
    
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team;
    
  • Outstanding organisational skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines;
    
  • Strong IT literacy, including experience using Apple Macs, Google Workspace, and other cloud-based tools.

  Desirable:

  • Postgraduate academic qualifications (Master’s, Doctorate, GDL);
    
  • Postgraduate vocational qualifications (BTC, LPC);
    
  • Immigration casework experience (personal or business) gained in a leading immigration law firm, chambers, or consultancy.

  We value diversity and are committed to promoting equality and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

  What We Offer

  • Starting salary of £28,850;
    
  • 20 days’ paid holiday, increasing by one day per year up to 25 days (plus bank holidays);
    
  • Opportunities for unpaid leave;
    
  • Flexible, remote, and home working opportunities;
    
  • Central London location;
    
  • Annual interest-free travel loan;
    
  • Bespoke professional development and training, both in-house and external;
    
  • Online subscriptions to ILPA, EIN, and Free Movement;
    
  • Pension scheme;
    
  • A collaborative and supportive culture;
    
  • Exposure to high-profile and complex immigration cases;
    
  • Opportunities to work with a diverse international client base.

  How to Apply

  Please complete our Legal Associate Application Form and Equality & Diversity Monitoring Form. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

  This is a 12-month fixed-term position. While further employment beyond 12 months may be offered, this will depend on individual performance and business needs at the relevant time.

  The closing date for applications is Friday 28 November 2025  (close of business). Early applications are encouraged, as exceptional candidates may be interviewed before the closing date.

  If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful in the first round. Unfortunately, due to the high number of applications, we are unable to provide individual feedback.

  Richmond Chambers LLP is an equal opportunities employer and fully complies with both SRA and BSB equality and diversity guidelines.

• Chambers Administrator

  Job Title: Chambers Administrator
  Term: Full-time, Permanent
  Location: Covent Garden, London (Hybrid)
  

  We’re currently recruiting for a Chambers Administrator to join our dedicated team of administration and business service professionals.

  Richmond Chambers LLP is a multi-award-winning and innovative partnership of specialist immigration barristers. With offices in London and Montreux, we are widely recognised as the UK’s leading immigration barrister law firm. Our team of 19 barristers, supported by experienced legal associates and administrators, advises and represents clients in relation to all areas of personal and business immigration law. We provide expert legal services directly to members of the public, as well as to other legal professionals. Our clients include individuals and businesses based both in the UK and internationally.

  Duties and Responsibilities

  As Chambers Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of Richmond Chambers and ensuring the smooth and efficient running of all administrative processes. Working under the supervision of our Senior Chambers Administrator, your duties will include:

  • Client and enquiry management – answering and directing telephone calls, recording new enquiries accurately, and assigning them to the appropriate practice team.
  • Client onboarding – preparing and issuing engagement letters and assisting with the setup of new client matters.
  • Financial administration – issuing invoices, monitoring fee receipts, and maintaining accurate financial records.
  • Diary and meeting coordination – entering key dates into chambers’ diaries, scheduling in-person and remote conferences, and managing conference room usage.
  • Front of house duties – preparing conference rooms, welcoming clients and visitors, and providing refreshments to ensure a professional and welcoming experience.
  • Document management – printing, scanning, photocopying, and filing documents; assembling and indexing electronic bundles.
  • Post and courier handling – collecting, logging, and distributing incoming post, and arranging dispatch of outgoing correspondence and courier deliveries.
  • General administrative support – assisting with the smooth operation of chambers, contributing to team projects, and supporting the barristers and management team as required.

  Qualifications

  • Educated to A-level standard (or equivalent vocational qualification).
  • A strong academic record demonstrating excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Previous experience in a professional office environment – preferably within legal, financial, or other client-facing sectors – is desirable but not essential.
  • Demonstrated commitment to developing a career in administration within a professional services environment.
  • High level of computer literacy, including confidence using Google Workplace apps and the ability to learn new systems quickly.

  Skills and Experience 

  • Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines without compromising accuracy or quality.
  • Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to administrative tasks.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with a clear and professional telephone manner.
  • Proactive and adaptable, with the ability to use initiative and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Calm and professional under pressure, maintaining discretion and confidentiality at all times.
  • Positive ‘can-do’ attitude and willingness to assist with all aspects of chambers administration.
  • High level of professionalism, integrity and reliability, reflecting the standards and values of Richmond Chambers.

  Hours

  Working hours are 9:00am – 6:00pm, Monday to Friday.

  Location

  This is a hybrid role. Our chambers administrators are primarily based in our modern head office, located right in the heart of Covent Garden, London.  There will be opportunities for some home working on successful completion of an initial 3-month probation period.  

  What We Offer

  We value the contribution of every team member and offer a competitive and supportive employment package, including:

  • Competitive starting salary up to £28,000 depending on experience.
  • 20 days of paid annual leave, increasing by one day each year up to a maximum of 25 days, plus bank holidays.
  • Annual interest-free travel loan to assist with commuting costs.
  • Comprehensive training and development, delivered through both in-house and external providers.
  • Dedicated professional development budget, available at the discretion of chambers to support ongoing learning.
  • Membership of a workplace pension scheme.
  • Private health insurance, available upon eligibility.

  How To Apply

  Applications should be made by completing our Chambers Administrator Application Form and Equality & Diversity Monitoring Form. All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

  The closing date for applications is Friday, 21st November 2025.  However, applicants are encouraged to apply early because outstanding candidates may be interviewed before the closing date.

  If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date then you may assume that your application has not been successful.  Due to the high number of applications that we receive it will not be possible to provide individual feedback.

  Richmond Chambers LLP is an equal opportunities employer and complies with both the SRA and BSB equality and diversity guidelines.