About Us
At Baker McKenzie we are different in the way we think, work and behave. With our team of 13,000 people, including over 6,500 locally admitted lawyers, in over 70 offices worldwide, we have a passionately collaborative community of 60 nationalities and are committed to world-class career development to everyone in every job at every level. Baker McKenzie can offer you both the uncompromising commitment to excellence expected of a top firm paired with a passionately global and genuinely collaborative working environment.
Job Description
The Immigration Paralegal will assist in handling, and advising on, both inbound and outbound immigration matters for multi-national and individual clients by:
Responsibilities:
- Assisting with the preparation and submission of visa applications including drafting relevant documents, liaising with the immigration authorities and undertaking necessary research
- Liaising with clients in relation to visa requirements and process, status, logistics and general queries / follow up
- Using the firm’s case management system and managing client files to progress applications and other client work in a timely way
- Monitoring material changes to immigration policies in Hong Kong and assist with researching and drafting relevant communications
- Undertaking other ad hoc duties as assigned by supervisor
- Maintaining database for clients' immigration information (e.g. expiration of visa/entry permits, travel documents)
- Assisting with engagement portfolio
Requirements:
- Tertiary education
- Relevant immigration experience in relation to Hong Kong and/or other countries
- Excellent command of written and spoken English, Cantonese and preferably Mandarin
- Able to work independently and use initiative and problem solving skills as well as work collaboratively as a member of a team
- Able to deal with a diverse range of clients and manage priorities, always with a commitment to client service.
- Candidates with varying experience may be considered for other positions.
Additional Information
Baker & McKenzie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all. Our unique international culture is reflected in the drawing together of a worldwide family of individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in all of our offices. We encourage the best people - regardless of race, religion or belief if any, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or age - to fulfill their professional aspirations with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates
Areas of Interest (Functions/Practice Groups)
Employment & Compensation
