Paralegal Apprenticeship

Summary

During this time, you will be taught time management, time recording, commercial awareness, Microsoft Office and Proclaim skills. You will learn to undertake legal admin and tasks. Academic study includes English legal system, contract law, tort, client care, legal research, and public law supported by an external training provider, BPP Legal.

Wage

£20,500 a year

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Training course

Paralegal (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Academic day one day per week for college course and off the job training.

35 hours a week

Start date

Monday 15 September 2025

Duration

2 years

Positions available

10

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

Support the fee earner in all aspects of the management of cases.
To take full liability and quantum statements from client’s at the outset of a case
To take statements from clients and witnesses, drafting these as appropriate
To represent clients at hearings PADs and ISH
To undertake progress chasing work as per aspects of workflow allocated by fee earner and dealing with some routine post under supervision
To consider limitation from the medical records
To check medical records complete and arrange pagination
To draft letters of instruction to experts
To begin quantification of a claim and gather financial information for schedule of damages
To attend clients on the telephone and in person to provide up-dates on progress and to provide such support in a professional and friendly manner in keeping with the firm’s standards for client care
·Negotiating with third parties and other stakeholders to ensure the best possible outcome for the client
Dealing with post issue claims, including instructing, working with barristers and producing bundles and pre-trial checklists
Completing drafting as required including schedule of losses, PAD applications and any other documentation as required
Assessing quantum and attending conferences with Counsel
To ensure the confidentiality of all of the firm's and customer’s documentation and information
To be flexible and adaptable in taking on new roles within limits of capabilities
To undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required from time to time

Where you’ll work

The Plaza Old Hall Street
Liverpool
Merseyside
L3 9QJ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

BPP UNIVERSITY LIMITED

Your training course

Paralegal (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

assist in administering procedures using most effective channels to progress caseloads.
conduct legal research using selected sources such as legal databases.
solve legal technical problems within their remit and escalating as needed.
present findings from legal research in line with organisational expectations.
assist in applying the principles of Law to stakeholder cases.
assist with legal matters and transactions within the organisation.
communicate using plain English to provide clarification and explanation of the legal process and standard legal terms.
organise and administer workflow such as legal files, case management and accounting systems to progress work within service level expectations.
carry out file management activities such as prepare and collate bundles, take and file accurate notes, close and review files, maintain databases and version control.
use a range of digital tools and technologies, for example to draft legal documents, conduct legal research, carry out data analysis and collaborate with others.
apply fraud protection measures and cyber security procedures in relation to transactions, keeping up to date with approaches.
undertake activities to ensure a clear picture of a stakeholder’s needs and risks throughout legal transactions.
assess risks and benefits to the stakeholder of different options and making recommendations to senior team members to ensure that they work in the stakeholders’ best interests.
assist in administering procedures using most effective channels to progress caseloads.
conduct legal research using selected sources such as legal databases.
solve legal technical problems within their remit and escalating as needed.
present findings from legal research in line with organisational expectations.
assist in applying the principles of Law to stakeholder cases.
assist with legal matters and transactions within the organisation.
communicate using plain English to provide clarification and explanation of the legal process and standard legal terms.
organise and administer workflow such as legal files, case management and accounting systems to progress work within service level expectations.
carry out file management activities such as prepare and collate bundles, take and file accurate notes, close and review files, maintain databases and version control.
use a range of digital tools and technologies, for example to draft legal documents, conduct legal research, carry out data analysis and collaborate with others.
apply fraud protection measures and cyber security procedures in relation to transactions, keeping up to date with approaches.
undertake activities to ensure a clear picture of a stakeholder’s needs and risks throughout legal transactions.
assess risks and benefits to the stakeholder of different options and making recommendations to senior team members to ensure that they work in the stakeholders’ best interests.

Your training plan

Your academic training will be provided by BPP Legal
Off the Job Training is provided one day per week on an Academic Day which is taken from home
You will be required to attend at Mentoring Meetings
You will be required to attend various sessions which are held throughout the year

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade B)
Mathematics (grade B)
Three other subjects (grade A* to C)

A Level in:

Three A-levels (grade 96 UCAS POINTS)

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
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

About this company

We are a specialist law firm with an expert team of solicitors and barristers dedicated to providing excellent client care and a responsive legal service.

https://www.bondturner.com/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Advanced Paralegal Level 5
CILEX Qualification incorporating SQE 1 & 2 - Level 6 or Solicitor Apprenticeship Level 7

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BOND TURNER LIMITED

Lisa Birchall

lbirchall@bondturner.com

01512363737

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000315327.

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Closes in 27 days (Wednesday 21 May 2025 at 11:59pm)

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