Legal Assistant/Paralegal Apprenticeship

Level: 3


Employer: SCOTT HYMAN & CO


Location: LANCASHIRE HOUSE

An exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant/Paralegal Apprentice with a keen interest in conveyancing. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic legal environment.

Duration: 2 Years

Expected start date: 04/11/2024

Hours per week: 35 hours

Wage: (Annually)

Job role includes

Key Responsibilities:

· Communicate effectively with solicitors, estate agents, and clients to ensure all parties are informed and up to date.

· Assist with accounting and billing tasks, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.

· Coordinate appointments, including managing all correspondence and logistical arrangements.

· Maintain a comprehensive case log and/or file for reference and review purposes.

· Type and file legal documents with precision and efficiency.

· Ensure records are meticulously maintained and up to date.

· Organise diaries and schedules, ensuring all commitments are tracked and met.

· Handle phone calls professionally, directing enquiries as appropriate.

· Prepare paperwork and documentation as required for conveyancing processes.

· Liaise with clients, providing clear and helpful communication.

·Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and other relevant software.

About employer

We are a distinguished high street law firm specialising in property law.

  • weighting: Essential
  • qualificationType: GCSE or equivalent
  • subject: 5 subjects including English and Maths
  • grade: Grades 9-4 (A*-C)

Level 3 Paralegal 

Off the job training will take place with Oldham College one day a week

    Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the candidate may have the chance to secure a permanent paralegal role within our conveyancing team. This role provides a solid foundation for a rewarding and successful career in conveyancing.

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental

Vacancy title

Vacancy description

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Duration: 18 months

Expected start date: 28/3/2022

Hours per week: 37.5 hours

Wage: 146.25 (weekly)

Job role includes

  • Explore what an apprenticeship is and how they work.
  • Understand what it means to be an apprentice.
  • Discover different apprenticeship types, get application hints and tips, and apply for vacancies.

About employer

Employer description

  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise tasks
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Good problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise tasks
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Good problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise tasks
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Good problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise tasks
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Good problem-solving skills