Overview
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About Us
Boyd Migration & Legal is a growing corporate and complex immigration law firm. With offices at the University of Wollongong Innovation Campus and Clarence Chambers, Sydney, we deliver high-quality legal solutions to corporate clients, high-salary professionals, and individuals facing complex immigration and administrative law issues.
The Role
We are seeking an Associate Immigration Lawyer (2–4 years PAE) with corporate and complex case experience to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to gain exposure to both corporate and complex immigration law matters in a supportive and structured environment.
You will work directly with experienced senior practitioners across a diverse client base, including corporate sponsors and individuals with challenging cases.
This cannot be a fully remote role. We do not believe fully remote work for legal practitioners. Some work-from-days can be negotiated.
Key Responsibilities
* Advise and represent clients in corporate immigration programs, skilled visas, and complex individual matters
* Draft and manage applications, submissions, and case strategies
* Manage and appear in merits review cases
* Build strong client relationships with corporate and individual clients
* Contribute to the collaborative and professional culture of the firm
About You
The ideal candidate will bring:
* 2–4 years PAE in immigration and administrative law
* Background in skilled visa programs and corporate sponsorships
* Experience with merits review and judicial review preferred
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* A detail-oriented, solutions-focused approach
* Confidence with legal technology and modern practice systems
Why Join Us?
* High-quality corporate and complex case exposure
* Mentorship and collaboration with senior lawyers
* Opportunities to work from both Wollongong and Sydney offices
* Competitive remuneration aligned with Sydney boutique to mid-tier firms, with Wollongong's lifestyle and cost-of-living advantages
* Firm-provided laptop and phone
* Administrative Support
* Proprietary workflows within the ActionStep Practice Management Environment.
Additional Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Other
* Job function: Legal
* Industries: Technology, Information and Media
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