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About the role
and team

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Migration Paralegal to join our team within the Employment section. Our Employment section consists of 50 team members nationally. Our migration team is recognised for delivering practical, commercially focused advice and supporting clients through complex Australian visa application processes in an evolving regulatory environment. We specialise in employer sponsored migration and work closely with clients across a range of sectors to secure and retain global talent. As a Migration Paralegal, you will provide essential technical and administrative support to the migration team, with a strong focus on employer sponsored visa matters, including Subclass 482 and 186 visa applications. You will be responsible for supporting a high-volume corporate client practice, managing multiple concurrent matters, coordinating responses to Departmental requests, and ensuring critical application deadlines are met. Working closely with the Partner, Special Counsel, Senior Associate and broader team,



you will assist with the preparation and lodgement of visa applications while ensuring the highest standards of accuracy, compliance, and client service. This role is ideal for a highly organised and proactive individual looking to build a career in Australian migration law within a busy, high performing corporate practice.

Key responsibilities
include: Case Support & Documentation

Assist in the preparation and lodgement of employer-sponsored visa applications, including Subclass 482 and 186 visas, as well as related migration matters. Compile, review and organise supporting documentation and evidence in accordance with legislative and Departmental requirements. Prepare draft application forms, correspondence and and submissions for review by migration lawyers. Manage the collection of client documents ensuring all information is complete, accurate and compliant with Departmental requirements. Coordinate health examinations, biometrics and other visa application requirements. Monitor and coordinate responses to Departmental requests for further information (RFIs), including liaising with clients to obtain supporting documents, tracking critical deadlines, and ensuring all information is provided within required timeframes. Maintain accurate records of outstanding documents, application milestones and key deadlines, proactively following up with clients and escalating issues where necessary to ensure matters progress efficiently. Administrative & Data Management





Assist with managing critical visa application deadlines and compliance obligations across a high-volume caseload, ensuring applications, supporting documents and responses to Departmental requests are submitted on time. Maintain and update client records within the firm's practice management systems. Monitor visa grant outcomes, visa expiry dates and key application milestones. Submit and monitor applications in ImmiAccount and track progress through to completion. Assist with billing processes, disbursement tracking and matter administration. Support the efficient progression of a high volume of concurrent matters while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. Client Interaction

Act as a key point of contact for clients on administrative and procedural matters. Provide timely application updates and assist in managing client expectations throughout the application process. Communicate professionally and effectively with clients and internal stakeholders. Ensure client queries are addressed promptly and escalated where appropriate. Professional Development

Develop working knowledge of Australian migration legislation, policy and procedural requirements. Participate in ongoing mentoring, training and career development opportunities. Assist the team in monitoring and responding to developments and reforms in Australia's migration framework. About you

1-2 years' experience in Australian migration law, with exposure to employer-sponsored visa applications (including subclasses 482 and 186) and related migration matters highly desirable. Experience working in a high-volume legal, migration, professional services or administrative environment where accuracy, compliance and client service are criti

📌 Migration Paralegal (Sydney)
🏢 Hall & Wilcox
📍 Sydney