Paralegal Apprenticeship

Gateway • Chester, England, United Kingdom • 1w ago

Paralegal Apprenticeship

The funding criteria means that we are unable to accept candidates that have a higher qualification such as a LLB.
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.
We are unable to consider applications where there is a long commute or if there is a need to relocate.

An opportunity to join our team as an Apprentice

It is an opportunity for the right person to development

Future Prospects

As a firm we are keep to develop all new starters.

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

Working week

Monday – Friday
9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.
1 hour lunch
35 hours per week.
Office based.

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: From £14,850.00 per year

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

To be considered for an Apprenticeship you would need to be out of education, please only apply if you have left education.
When did you leave education?
• The following qualifications are required for this Apprenticeship.

Do you hold English and maths GCSE grades 4-9
The funding criteria means that we are unable to accept candidates that have a higher qualification such as a LLB.

• A local commute is essential to be considered for this position.

How far do you live from Chester 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)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/04/2025
Expected start date: 14/04/2025