AFG LAW - Private Client Admin Apprentice – Find an apprenticeship

Summary

Kickstart your career with a hands-on apprenticeship that offers real-world experience, professional development, and the chance to earn while you learn. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable skills, work alongside experienced professionals, and take the first step towards a rewarding future.

Wage

£11,778 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday

30 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 19 August 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

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

Key Duties and Responsibilities

· Provide general administrative support to your fee earner, pod and department.

· Assist in document preparation, formatting, and proofreading.

· Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence and mail.

· Manage and organise legal documents, case files, and records.

· Maintain and update electronic filing systems.

· Schedule appointments, meetings, and conference calls.

· Answer and direct phone calls and inquiries in a professional manner.

· Greet and assist clients and visitors when they visit the office.

· Assist with billing, invoicing and time recording as needed.

· Request and maintain office supplies and equipment.

· Assist with ad-hoc administrative projects and tasks as assigned.

Where you'll work

20 MAWDSLEY STREET
BOLTON
BL1 1LE

Training

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

College or training organisation

BOLTON COLLEGE

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

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What you'll learn

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

This training plan has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4-9)
Maths (grade 4-9)

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
Administrative skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

About this company

Who are AFG: Established in 1897, AFG Law is a multi-disciplinary law firm who provides a range of services across the Northwest and beyond. It is built on traditional foundations combined with modern values and a fresh, forward-thinking approach. It is our mission to offer outstanding legal services, utilising our wealth of expertise and knowledge to advocate for our clients and simplify the process, cut the jargon, and achieve the best possible outcomes. At AFG Law, it is our vision to grow, invest and innovate, to be the law firm of choice in our region and beyond with a reputation for exceptional levels of client service. We provide a great place to work, that offers tangible paths of progression and rewards for a job well done. We will shout about our successes both internally and externally, understanding that effective communication is crucial to build both our team and our client base as we expand into new geographical areas. Through building strong relationships with our clients and always working with the utmost professionalism, we ensure they feel secure in our hands. We have a social conscience and value our local community, supporting several noble causes, as well as being a key presence on the regional business circuit. AFG Law as a firm is passionate about its people.

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After this apprenticeship

Launch your career with an apprenticeship that offers hands-on experience, expert guidance, and the chance to earn while you learn. This is a brilliant opportunity to gain industry-recognised qualifications and build a strong foundation for your future. Once qualified, you could progress into higher-level apprenticeships or further training.

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