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Administration Apprentice ANDREW AND ANDREW SOLICITORS LIMITED

PETA Ltd are proud to be working with an established solicitors to recruit an Administration Apprentice. Do you have an interest in administration and law? Are you looking to kickstart your career in the legal field? If the answer is YES, we could have the ideal role for you.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 31 Oct 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,000.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 08:30-17:00

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    14 Nov 2022

  • Date posted

    07 Sep 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000084934

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The Administration Apprentice will provide a level of service to clients and referrers of work such that Andrew & Andrew is their preferred firm of solicitors and one which they will recommend to others. The postholder will provide a comprehensive, pro-active support to departments as and when necessary.

The Administration Apprentice will be responsible for assisting teams with filing and general administration. Other duties to include:

  • Undertaking photocopying as and when required
  • Typing attendance notes using the DPS system
  • Covering reception during busy periods, annual leave, lunch and tea breaks
  • Inputting data into the Cognito system whilst on reception
  • Supporting on-going projects
  • Keeping your work area tidy
  • Training and assisting other members of the team where necessary
  • Complying with Law Society/Lexcel standards/Office manual/contract of employment
  • Attending department meetings
  • Ensuring all enquiries are responded to in a timely manner
  • Organising workload, files, dictation, telephone, emails and faxes
  • Undertaking relevant internal and external training where required
  • Communicating with all departments, cross selling the firms skills to existing clients where possible
  • Keeping accurate hard and electronic records

This job description does not purport to cover all aspects of the job holder’s duties but it is intended to be indicative of the main areas of responsibility.  You may be required to undertake duties at reasonable request.

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

Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard.

  • You will complete a 15 month apprenticeship which includes 10 days at the PETA training centre in Cosham.
  • You will be supported every 6 weeks with visits from your PETA Learning & Development Coach.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

There is the potential for a full-time permanent position to be offered to the suitable and successful candidate upon completion of the apprenticeship.  A few employees have joined via this method in the past.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Administrative skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4) Essential
A Level or equivalent Any relevant (Grade D) Desired
BTEC or equivalent Any relevant (Grade Level 3) Desired

Things to consider

Benefits: Free tea, coffee and soft drinks. Holiday allowance plus Bank Holidays. Christmas office closure. Office easily accessible by public transport. We would encourage early submissions of applications, as these will be considered on receipt and suitable candidates invited for interview. We reserve the right to withdraw the advertisement early if the vacancy is filled before the closing date.

About the employer

Established since 1954, Andrew & Andrew have been providing a high quality, professional and reliable service across the nation for over 60 years. We are well known and well respected within Hampshire, Portsmouth and surrounding areas, as well as successfully assisting clients throughout the United Kingdom. We pride ourselves on our friendly and supportive approach to our clients. Our dedicated and varied team will always provide you with the best advice to suit your circumstances. Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to work with an expert solicitors; apply for the Administration Apprentice role today! Once you have applied for this apprenticeship, you will receive an email with an application form on that you will need to complete. Please monitor your inbox (and spam / junk folder) for this email and complete the form as soon as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!

Employer

ANDREW AND ANDREW SOLICITORS LIMITED

Address

ATLANTIC HOUSE

114 KINGSTON CRESCENT

PORTSMOUTH

PO2 8AL

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Training

Training provider

PETA LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Business administrator

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 31 Oct 2022