Office Assistant - Apprenticeship

BRIDGE MCFARLAND LLP

Lincolnshire (LN5 7BN)

Closes in 11 days (Friday 8 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 24 July 2025

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Summary

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join a well-established law firm at our Lincoln branch. The position of Office Assistant is an entry level role with the potential for progression throughout the firm. Full training will be given. We offer 23 days holiday plus the Bank Holidays. You will be scanning post, covering reception, plus more.

Wage

£13,741 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm inclusive with an hour for lunch to be taken between 12noon and 2.00pm

35 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

1 year

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 tasks will include:

  • Post scanning and distribution
  • Reception cover includes answering calls and greeting clients
  • Local office deliveries and purchases
  • Preparing rooms and refreshments for meetings
  • Admin tasks as required

Where you'll work

351-355 High Street
Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN5 7BN

Training

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

Training provider

MCARTHUR DEAN TRAINING LIMITED

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.

Training schedule

  • Training will be provided and will take place either in our branch office or on-line for the equivalent of 1 day per week
  • In-house job training will be provided by Bridge McFarland LLP
  • After successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be qualified to Level 3 Business & Admin

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 5)
  • Maths (grade 5)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

About this employer

Bridge McFarland LLP is a leading regional law firm that holds an exceptional local and national reputation in a diverse range of legal services. Our solicitors are recognised for their strength and depth across many legal disciplines and commit to deliver a quality service to meet the needs of all clients. We believe in being a great place to work, helping our people achieve their work related goals. The right candidate can expect to join a happy and supportive working environment.

http://www.bridgemcfarland.co.uk (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Following completion of your apprenticeship, there are a number of routes that can be taken, subject to capability and availability. They are:

  • Admin and/or reception 
  • Secretarial
  • Legal Assistant 

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BRIDGE MCFARLAND LLP

David Harker

dh@bmcf.co.uk

01522518888

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000333674.

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Closes in 11 days (Friday 8 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

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