Paralegal Apprentice

Summary

Based in the Team Valley in Gateshead you will undertake a variety of work primarily in Consumer Law and Employment Law. You will gain a real insight into the day-to-day work undertaken within an entrepreneurial business and you will be expected to make a valued contribution to the work of our existing fee-earners.

Annual wage: £12,480 a year
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Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm.
37 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 18 November
Duration: 1 year 3 months
Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Experience of working in a fast paced professional environment preferred
Excellent communication skills
High levels of computer literacy and competence; computer programming skills are a plus
Openness to learning new technology tools and systems
High level of attention to detail and problem solver
Ability to adapt to changing work environments
Strong client focus and ability to demonstrate commitment to outstanding service delivery
Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work either autonomously, co-operatively or with direction
Proven forward planning skills and the ability to manage own workload and prioritise workloads effectively
Commitment to continuous improvement in work processes; ability to identify areas in need of improvement and suggest new methods where appropriate
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal with people at all levels
Ability to work well within a team and to be adaptable to changing work environments and demands

Where you’ll work

UNIT 33

KINGSWAY HOUSE

KINGSWAY

TEAM VALLEY TRADING ESTATE

NE11 0HW

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

YOUNGSAVE COMPANY LIMITED

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.

Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.

Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.

Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.

Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.

Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.

Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.

Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Your training plan

You will be working towards a Business Adminstrator Level 3 Standard, which is 15 months with a 3 month end point assessment window.
Training will take place once monthly and will be at your workplace.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

About this company

Legalsolutions4u is a legal consultancy and we are motor trade legal experts who specialise in looking after all aspects of motor law for car dealerships.

After this apprenticeship

Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

YOUNGSAVE COMPANY LIMITED

Rebecca Walker

Rebecca.walker@coolbluecollege.com

01915100414

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000282084.

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Closes in 22 days (Monday 11 November at 11:59pm)

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