Job Description

Paralegal Apprenticeship

Please note before application that an Apprenticeship is not suitable for candidates looking for part-time work, or work experience during a gap year. The vacancy requires candidates that have left school, college or university, as they need to be available immediately. Please consider if the business is a viable commute, as we are unable to consider applications where there is a long commute or if there is a need to relocate. The funding criteria means that we are unable to accept candidates that have a higher qualification such as a LLB.

An opportunity to join our team as an Apprentice

An excellent opportunity to start a career, complete an apprenticeship and progress within an independent law practice. General duties may include making and receiving telephone calls, preparing precise attendance notes, and filing, etc.

Future Prospects

Opportunity of permanent position and increase in salary

The Law Practice

Civil Litigation Housing Law Divorce Law Banking and Finance Law Debt Recovery Immigration Law

Your role

May include but not limited to the the following tasks;

Managing diaries Opening and closing files Billing and basic account work. Assisting fee earners where requested for example in completing power of attorney forms. Being flexible to challenges in the day-to-day life of a busy law firm. General administration and reception

Desired skills

Due to the Apprenticeship criteria candidates with LLB would not be eligible for this position

Local viable commute essential

4-9 grades English and maths GCSE's

Confident with excellent communication skills. Ability to multitask and manage reception in conjunction with other administration duties Good attention to detail Good working knowledge of ICT packages including Word, Excel and Outlook. Ability to demonstrate or gain a clear understanding of the firm's in-house systems where training will be given Excellent presentation, organisation and timekeeping skills Awareness of confidentiality and safeguarding The ability to use own initiative, be able to work individually as well as part of a team Must be well-presented with a clear, pleasant telephone manner Good organisational skills Good client care skills

Personal qualities

Well presented and polite Ability to take the initiative Confident at dealing with people at all levels Reliable and adaptable Willingness to take on challenges and to push oneself further Motivated and keen to learn new skills

Training to be provided

You will complete the Paralegal Apprenticeship

This Apprenticeship will involve off the job training. You will also develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours. You need to have an employer to support your Apprenticeship and be employed in a relevant job role. The typical length of this Apprenticeship course is 18 months. This course has multiple start dates throughout the year

IMPORTANT

Please note before application that an Apprenticeship is not suitable for candidates looking for part-time work, or work experience during a gap year. The vacancy requires candidates that have left school, college or university as they need to be available immediately. Please consider if the business is a viable commute

The employer questions are important so that we have an understanding of a candidate's suitability for the role. Unfortunately, applications that have not answered the employer questions will not be considered.

Things to consider

Please check prior to application that the business is a viable affordable commute Please have a CV prepared on a word document An Apprenticeship and employer requires any potential candidate to be dedicated, please consider this before applying. The employer questions are important so that we have an understanding of a candidates suitability for the role. Unfortunately, applications that have not answered the employer questions will not be considered. Vacancy is for an immediate start, please consider this if you are still in education. PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE EMPLOYER DIRECTLY The closure dates are for a guideline only and the vacancy may close prior to the dates advertised. How far do you live from the business and please detail how long it will take to travel?
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 14,000.00-16,000.00 per year

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

o To be considered for an Apprenticeship you would need to be out of education.
When did you leave education?

Do you have a good typing speed? o The following qualifications are required for this Apprenticeship.
Do you hold English and maths GCSE grades 4-9
(Please note that you are not eligible if you hold a higher qualification in law like an LLB)

o A local commute is essential to be considered for this position.
Exactly how many miles do you live from the London postcode SE15 and how long would it take to travel?
(Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications where there is a need to relocate)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/05/2025
Expected start date: 02/06/2025