Lawyer - Immigration & Asylum accredited (UK Legal Charity)

Civitas Charity Recruitment are delighted to be working with a leading national public interest legal organisation seeking a capable, collaborative, and motivated solicitor to join its exceptional casework team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful litigation that defends rights and holds power to account. Full time , perm role, can be home based under flexible work scheme. Role OverviewThe postholder will work on a mixed immigration/asylum and public law caseload, including individual representation and strategic litigation. Supervised by a Lead Lawyer, the role offers collaboration across legal, research, and policy teams, and involves occasional training and public legal education activities.Key Responsibilities- Manage a sustainable legal aid-funded caseload- Provide expert legal advice and conduct litigation- Contribute to research, training, and policy work- Collaborate across internal teams and external networksAbout You- Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with Immigration & Asylum Law Accreditation (Senior Caseworker level)- Experience in public law and/or immigration litigation- Strong legal research and communication skills- Commitment to social justice and public law principlesTerms• Permanent contract, based in Central London with flexible working options• Full-time or part-time (min. 28 hours/week)• Salary: £41,443.97 (pro-rata)• Excellent leave and pension provisionsApplication ProcessAn anonymised recruitment process is in place to ensure fairness and equity. Applications are welcomed from candidates of all backgrounds. The deadline for applications is Sunday 3 August 2025.Interviews: Tuesday 2 & Thursday 4 September 2025.For further details and how to apply, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD.

Created: 2025-07-23