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Administration Apprentice BLACKETT HART AND PRATT LLP

BHP Law, a well established regional law firm combining high quality commercial and private client services, are looking to recruit an enthusiastic individuals to join their company as an Administration Assistant. The successful candidates will be based in Darlington to support the Residential Conveyancing team and Commercial Property team.

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Closing date: 26 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £18,525.00

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday (times to be confirmed)

    Total hours per week: 35

  • Expected duration

    21 Months

  • Possible start date

    05 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    22 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000067677

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Provide professional and efficient admin support to the Supervising Fee Earner(s)

  • Have responsibility for the opening and closing of new clients/matters on the database.
  • Ensure work is completed in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Devise standard letters and documents on behalf of, and as agreed by, the Supervising Fee Earner.
  • Maintain orderly files and comply with filing procedures.
  • Ensure photocopying, archiving of files and documents, extraction of documents and other such duties are carried out in an efficient manner.
  • Deal with clients on the telephone and in person in a professional, courteous and efficient manner.
  • Provide admin support to other Fee Earners within the team as and when required.
  • To carry out any duties necessary to ensure the continued efficient operation of the office.

Key Skills, Qualifications and Experience Required

  • Secretarial skills, with the ability to type with high levels of accuracy.
  • Excellent ICT skills and the ability to demonstrate or gain a clear understanding of the firm’s in-house software systems.
  • Good organisational skills, a proactive approach to work, as well as the ability to prioritise and work to strict deadlines, whilst paying close attention to detail and accuracy (eg precise time recording).
  • Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner, both in writing and verbally, including dealing with correspondence and telephone calls in a pleasant manner.
  • Ability to use initiative where required and work with minimal supervision.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Business Administrator Level 3

Where a business administrator has not already achieved Level 2 English and Maths, they must do so before taking the end-point assessment.

Location: Darlington Office

Including one day release for study at Darlington College (Times / Day TBC)

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

The employer would hope to offer a full time position following the successful completion of this apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Administrative skills, Team working, Initiative, Organisational skills, Work to deadlines

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 9-4 / A*-C or equivalent) Desired

Things to consider

The post-holder will be expected to undertake any appropriate training provided by the Employer. Please be aware that this vacancy may be withdrawn if sufficient applications are received so apply early to avoid disappointment.

About the employer

BHP Law is a well established regional law firm combining high quality commercial and private client services with offices in Darlington, Durham, Newcastle, Tynemouth and Stockton.

Employer

BLACKETT HART AND PRATT LLP

Address

WESTGATE HOUSE

FAVERDALE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE

DARLINGTON

DL3 0PZ

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Training

Training provider

DARLINGTON COLLEGE

Contact

Apprenticeship Team

business@darlington.ac.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Business administrator

Level 3 (A level)

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