As life becomes ever more difficult for migrants across London, the UK and the world, Waltham Forest Migrant Action (WFMA) are committed to fighting back in solidarity and supporting our fellow human beings who are often suffering in the most extreme of circumstances.
WFMA is the only provider of free immigration advice in the borough. Our mission is to provide support for local migrants and refugees, and to advocate and campaign for the rights of migrants and refugees in the UK. Since 2013, our weekly Drop-in Centre has offered visitors a warm welcome, free advice on immigration, accommodation and welfare issues, and opportunities to socialise with the local community. Last year we helped 366 people from 71 nationalities, and our numbers continue to grow.
The role
WFMA are looking for an experienced and qualified Immigration Advisor with a strong interest in migrant justice to lead our immigration casework, and make a tangible difference to the lives of migrants and refugees in Waltham Forest. This is a new post at an exciting time for the charity as we seek to expand our services at the drop-in centre and provide more immigration advice and casework in-house. The Immigration Advisor will develop and oversee our specialist advice service, promoting its effectiveness and ensuring we provide compassionate support to our visitors while meeting regulatory requirements.
We particularly welcome applicants with lived experience of migration or borders or the UK immigration system.
The post will be:
• 11.5 hours per week
• Duration: 1 year
• Salary: £37,440 (pro rata)
Download the full job description and person specification: Immigration Advisor_Job Description and Person Specification
To apply for the role, please go to our application form: https://forms.gle/mc9cgu4U9um4wpdE7
The deadline to apply for the role is 12pm on Friday 24th January latest.
Interviews will take place in-person on Monday 3rd February.
For any questions or for a conversation about the role, please contact [email protected]
If you want to learn more about WFMA’s work before applying, you can read our monthly newsletters and our Vision, Mission, Aims and Objectives for 2024-2025.

