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Message: <blockquote data-quote="latome19" data-source="post: 183970" data-attributes="member: 31983">Hi, realistically, if you require a visa, paralegal jobs won’t really be available to you unfortunately because in most cases there’s no opportunity for sponsorship. Furthermore, you technically can’t do a VS on a skilled worker visa because, as you know, you are not allowed to work in an occupation other than your current one and above certain hours. I’m just afraid that very few firms would proceed with your candidacy for a VS after they see a skilled worker visa, as opposed to a student or graduate one. That being said, it sounds like you’re still in a great spot as you actually have a good prospect to stay in the UK permanently as an international while you’re looking for your TC! Just thinking about your situation strategically, you will benefit from applying to firms that 1) recruit most of their intake via the direct route (that way there’s no competition with VS people as such) 2) OR would have a heightened interest in your current work due to a connection to their own specialism (maybe media/technology?). But please remember that if your priority is staying in the UK and enjoying your life here, you’re already in a great position as this virtually gives you an unlimited number of times you can apply!</blockquote>

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