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Receptionist Apprentice Underwood & Co

Underwood & Co have a fantastic opportunity for a Receptionist Apprentice to join their team. The successful candidate will provide assistance to the Reception and Administration team. Being a confident communicator with the public is essential.

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

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Closing date: 26 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,500.00

  • Working week

    Working week Monday to Friday 9am-5pm

    Total hours per week: 35

  • Expected duration

    16 Months

  • Possible start date

    13 Mar 2023

  • Date posted

    14 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000097612

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Main responsibilities

  • Meet & greet client – offer drinks - advise partner of clients arrival
  • Answer all calls – take and pass on messages – handle simple enquiries
  • Arrange (& Re-arrange) meetings
  • Opening post – deal with outgoing post
  • Take client payments through credit card machine
  • Stationery check and re-ordering
  • Maintenance of reception area and meeting room – ensuring both are clean and presentable throughout the day
  • Maintaining databases
  • Monitor enquiries emails
  • Filing, shredding and assisting all staff
  • Other ad-hoc duties

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

  • Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:

Level 1/2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Underwood & Co are always looking to up skill their staff. Possibility to take on typing for partners - assist with Will, LPA, and Probate administration.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above) Essential

Things to consider

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Parking clock supplied with local parking.

About the employer

When you’re dealing with life’s more daunting challenges, nothing is more important than guidance you can trust. Underwood Solicitors has provided that guidance to the people of the local community and beyond since the 1980’s. We are 2 partners, 5 employees (full and part time) Honest and friendly. Client satisfaction is key.

Employer

Underwood & Co

Address

15 JUNCTION ROAD

TOTTON

SOUTHAMPTON

SO40 9HG

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Training

Training provider

DAMAR LIMITED

Contact

Hannah Bennett

Hannah.Bennett@damartraining.com

07540778582

Apprenticeship standard

Customer service practitioner

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

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

Apply now

Closing date: 26 Feb 2023