Immigration adviser (non-government) | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Immigration advisers give advice on asylum claims, nationality, citizenship, deportation and employment, and represent clients in court.

  • Analyze the probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents.  
  • Advise clients concerning business transactions, claim liability, advisability of prosecuting or defending lawsuits, or legal rights and obligations.  
  • Select jurors, argue motions, meet with judges, and question witnesses during the course of a trial.  
  • Interpret laws, rulings and
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Immigration adviser (non-government)s typically work around 37 to 39 hours per week.

As a Immigration adviser (non-government) you will typically work evenings / weekends.

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    Average salary
    34,165 GBP *
    per year
    20,000 GBP
    40,000 GBP
    Starting
    5+ Experience
    * data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)
    Average salary for Immigration adviser (non-government)

    • 35,058 GBP
    • 33,788 GBP
    Average salary for full-time Immigration adviser (non-government)

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    Salary over time for Immigration adviser (non-government)

    Salary for this role has increased over time
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    Which qualifications do I need?

    Find out what you need to know in order to become a Immigration adviser (non-government) and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
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    To specialise in immigration as a legal executive, it’ll help if you can find a job with a firm that deals with immigration and asylum issues, whilst training. You can find more information about qualifying from the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives.

    To specialise in immigration as a barrister or solicitor, it would be useful if you could do some of your training in this area of work. You can find more information about solicitor and barrister training from The Law Society and The Bar Council.


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    What soft skills do I need?

    Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Immigration adviser (non-government).
    Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
    Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively
    Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
    Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
    Complex Problem Solving Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions

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    Things to highlight for your Immigration adviser (non-government) interview

    Analytical Thinking Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

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