Immigration Lawyer- France

Please send your resume in English; applications not submitted in English will not be considered.​

 We are looking for outliers, wired differently from the traditional law firm mindset!

Are you the type of person who thinks outside the box but feels confined in conventional law firms? Do you want to work in a fast-growing, disruptive, startup mindset environment? 

Then, continue reading. This is your opportunity.

At Lexidy, we work with passion and purpose! We help expats and entrepreneurs do business and make investments in Europe. We serve them by providing 360-degree assistance for the most important milestones in their lives.

We are a Legal Tech Boutique that’s wired differently to simplify our customers’ lives. We are sharp, digitally focused and dynamic.
  

🌍 Location: Paris Office- France
  

​​​​​​The Team ​

You will be part of the Immigration  Department, reporting to the Head of Immigration France and also giving support to other areas of Lexidy.  You are going to deal with all international tax- related cases. As a multifaceted team, our experts can respond to multiple different types of questions.


  🎯​​​​​ Mission
Support the legal team in optimizing immigration processes and enhancing client experiences through innovative technology and dedicated assistance. Foster collaboration and efficiency while actively contributing to a positive team environment focused on continuous improvement and client care.

​ ​​​​​​​Tasks​
 

• Growth Department Target Reach:
  Actively contribute to achieving departmental growth targets by securing new clients and retaining existing ones.
• Experience with the following types of permits is a plus:
  • Visitor Visas
  • Talent visas
  • Change of status
  • Entrepreneur visas
  • Residence and Work Permit for Highly Qualified Professionals
  • Family of EU Citizens 
  • Citizenship procedures, by descent, marriage and naturalization

Also, have dealt with Immigration offices in France, and French Consulates, the Courts  and the different platforms to submit digital applications.

We will value the fact that you have experience with citizenship by descent procedures.

• Service Delivery to the Highest Standard:
  Provide high-quality legal services to clients, ensuring their immigration needs are met effectively and efficiently.
• First Contact Leads/Sales:
  Respond to initial inquiries from potential clients and effectively communicate the firm's services and value proposition.
  Convert leads into clients through persuasive and informative interactions.
  Uphold professional standards and ethics in all client interactions and case handling.
• Customer Feedback Collection:
  Regularly gather feedback from clients regarding their experience with the firm's immigration services.
  Use feedback to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes to enhance client satisfaction.
• Advising Upselling and Cross-selling:
  Identify opportunities to upsell or cross-sell additional legal services to existing clients based on their immigration needs.
  Provide informed advice on additional services that may benefit clients in achieving their immigration goals.
• Content Generation and Points of View:
  Create engaging and informative content such as blogs, articles, and videos on immigration-related topics.
  Share expert insights and viewpoints to educate clients and the public about relevant legal issues and developments.
• Process Optimization Feedback:
  Offer feedback on existing processes and procedures to streamline operations and improve efficiency within the immigration department.
• Responsible for Information Quality and Compliance:
  Ensure that all information provided to clients is accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with relevant laws and regulations.
  Maintain meticulous records and documentation to support client cases and ensure
  compliance with internal protocols.
• Compliance with Local Legislation and Company Protocols:
  Stay informed about changes in immigration laws and regulations at the local level.
  Ensure adherence to company protocols and standards in all aspects of legal practice.
• Lead for Immigration Consultants/Trainees:
  Provide guidance and mentorship to trainees within the firm.
  Assist in their professional development and training to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Low to Medium Complexity Client Support:
  Handle low to medium-complexity immigration cases, including preparing and filing necessary documentation, communicating with relevant authorities, and providing legal advice to clients.
• General Follow-ups to Leads and Clients:
  Maintain regular communication with leads and existing clients to provide updates on their cases, address any concerns, and nurture relationships.

​​​​​​​ What's in it for you?

• An open-minded and collaborative organizational culture of enthusiastic lawyers 
• Informal, entrepreneurial and flexible atmosphere in our offices
• Free coffee, drinks and healthy snacks
• A Career Development Plan: takes place every six months and is focused solely on you
• A network of coaches and mentors to boost your leadership skills and personal development
• Access to learning and development platforms
• Flexible working with remote options 
• Corporate Erasmus opportunities within our offices around Europe
• Accountability is one of our favourite words. We strive for autonomous and independent ways of working
• Growth opportunities, both locally and globally
• Diversity: no day is the same and there is never a dull moment

​​​​​​​ You have:

• Educational background: Graduated in Law and registered in the French Bar association or Elève avocat
• At least 1 year experience with Immigration Law in France as a trainee or lawyer
• Previous experience in a Immigration law firm (internship) would be appreciated.
• Fluent in English (C1/C2). You communicate clearly, write well and speak eloquently. 
• A client-centric approach. You are a true partner and someone that genuinely cares about the people you help. You go out of your way to give them what they need to serve the business
• Proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with clients, winning work proactively, and contributing to winning new clients.
• Strong collaboration skills - can work well with diverse teams and build cross-functional relationships.
• Problem-solving mindset - ability to navigate obstacles and come up with effective solutions under pressure.

​​​​​​​ And this would be awesome:

• A collaborative, flexible, and positive can-do attitude - always willing to learn and help steer the team to work well together. Let’s get the job done.
• Excited about and curiosity for digital tools, process automation, and innovation
• A natural tendency to share knowledge with your colleagues. You will communicate ideas clearly and make sure everyone understands
• You enjoy solving problems. You love taking on complex challenges and finding creative solutions
• You are motivated and driven. Voluntarily participate in new challenges without waiting to be asked

We look after our collaborators by creating a professional and personal development space. All collaborators are encouraged to be free thinkers and suggest solutions that could benefit the company. We believe that a warm and friendly work environment helps to promote a general sense of peace of mind, which is essential to our client's satisfaction. Lastly, at Lexidy, ties are banned, and it is mandatory to have fun!

At Lexidy inclusion and diversity are essential. We encourage people from all ethnic groups, genders, sexualities, ages, and abilities to apply. We want to hear from you!

Join an exciting challenge! Apply now  🚀