Job Description

Legal Support 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 do not apply if you are still education. We will only consider applications where the business is a viable commute

An opportunity to join our team as an Apprentice

A fantastic career opportunity to join local law practice

The Law Practice

Agricultural property Countryside and rural businesses Commercial property Residential property Wills, Probate and Tax and Trust

The role

Franking & delivering post to the Post Office every afternoon Covering reception for breaks and lunchtimes Preparing meeting rooms for clients Photocopying, scanning and general paperwork Monitoring stationery and refreshment supplies across the firm, subsequently liaising with the Office manager re-ordering and ensuring that stationery is adequately stored Updating phone list / birthday lists Assisting with collections round the firm Replenishing stocks of branded merchandise through the office Sorting confidential waste & shredding documents Assisting with filing Assisting the Records and Archiving Manager & the Office Manager with storage task and data input and updating lists. Coordinating paperwork between accounts and other departments Any other relevant and admin related duty arising and as directed by the Office Manager

Future prospects

Yes there would be a full time position and opportunities to progress if the individual had impressed during their apprenticeship.

Monday to Friday

9-5 Monday to Friday 23 days of annual leave, their birthday as an additional holiday, and all Bank Holidays in England

Desired skills

4-9 grades English and maths GCSE's

Local viable commute essential

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

Level 3 in Business Administration Apprenticeship Standard
Course Content:

Utilising IT programs and software Decision making Managing a quality service Project management Understanding the organisation and stakeholders Relevant regulations and policies Business fundamentals Professionalism and performance management Functional skills if needed

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: From 16,000.00 per year

Schedule:

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

o The following qualifications are required for this Apprenticeship.
Do you hold English and maths GCSE grades 4-9

o A local commute is essential to be considered for this position.
How far do you live from the Towcester and how long would it take to travel?
( we are unable to consider applications where there is a need to relocate, of if the journey is not considered viable or affordable, please consider before applying)

This Apprenticeship vacancy is for an immediate start, therefore we will only consider candidates that have left education. When did you leave education?
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 25/04/2025
Expected start date: 05/05/2025