Paralegal Apprentice (Dudley)
HRS FAMILY LAW SOLICITORS LIMITED
DUDLEY (DY1 1ED)
Closes in 18 days (Saturday 31 October 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 13 October 2026
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Summary
Paralegals are expected to undertake a wide variety of duties that include face to face client contact and file running. Under close supervision to ensure high standards and career progression, we at HRS consider the paralegal role essential to the firm's development and high customer satisfaction for which we have become known.
- Wage
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£15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Paralegal (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Thursday, 9.00am - 5.30pm. Friday, 9.00am - 4.30pm, with one hour’s unpaid lunch.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 9 November 2026
- Duration
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2 years
- Positions available
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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
1. Ensure adherence to policy – You are a member of the team in your office. This means following all instructions from the more senior staff and assisting them as best you are able. You should act appropriately and uphold the integrity of the company.
2. Diligent discharge of support duties – The primary purpose of your employment is to learn the business of fee earning and work with and learn from other staff. As a case worker you will not be judged alone on your commercial acumen but it is an important aspect of your job from day one. You should look out for and facilitate new work and client care.
3. To work on and learn the workings of the office as a receptionist and paralegal duties. During this time you will receive detailed direction from other team members and will be responsible for preparing bundles and other documents, assisting staff as required, and learning the workings of a law office.
4. Growth of the business – As a representative of the firm you must be cognisant of and work towards business growth by seeking out new clients and opportunities for yourself and others. This will include networking and marketing as well as making a good impression on other third-party stakeholders such as fellow Professionals and potential clients. Clients seen should be passed on after being signed up if the work required demands someone with more experience. Clients should not be rebooked or referred to a colleague.
5. File running – The files are to be run in accordance with the Specialist Quality mark specification set out in the Operations Manual, with no exceptions. The standard to be applied is excellence not mediocrity. All files are to be run in accordance with the highest standards of the profession and client service. All directives from Solicitors must be followed in this and other aspects of the role. As support to the fee earning team you will undertake work on the files to ensure SQM compliance.
6. Flexibility – We understand that legal practice can sometimes be unpredictable, so we're looking for someone who is adaptable and willing to support the needs of clients and the business when required. This may occasionally involve working outside of normal office hours, attending training courses or seminars, and taking part in professional development opportunities that may be held off-site or at different times of the day.
Where you'll work
203-204 WOLVERHAMPTON STREET
DUDLEY
DY1 1ED
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
BIRMINGHAM METROPOLITAN COLLEGE
Training course
Paralegal (level 3)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- assist in administering procedures using most effective channels to progress caseloads.
- conduct legal research using selected sources such as legal databases.
- solve legal technical problems within their remit and escalating as needed.
- present findings from legal research in line with organisational expectations.
- assist in applying the principles of Law to stakeholder cases.
- assist with legal matters and transactions within the organisation.
- communicate using plain English to provide clarification and explanation of the legal process and standard legal terms.
- organise and administer workflow such as legal files, case management and accounting systems to progress work within service level expectations.
- carry out file management activities such as prepare and collate bundles, take and file accurate notes, close and review files, maintain databases and version control.
- use a range of digital tools and technologies, for example to draft legal documents, conduct legal research, carry out data analysis and collaborate with others.
- apply fraud protection measures and cyber security procedures in relation to transactions, keeping up to date with approaches.
- undertake activities to ensure a clear picture of a stakeholder’s needs and risks throughout legal transactions.
- assess risks and benefits to the stakeholder of different options and making recommendations to senior team members to ensure that they work in the stakeholders’ best interests.
- assist in administering procedures using most effective channels to progress caseloads.
- conduct legal research using selected sources such as legal databases.
- solve legal technical problems within their remit and escalating as needed.
- present findings from legal research in line with organisational expectations.
- assist in applying the principles of Law to stakeholder cases.
- assist with legal matters and transactions within the organisation.
- communicate using plain English to provide clarification and explanation of the legal process and standard legal terms.
- organise and administer workflow such as legal files, case management and accounting systems to progress work within service level expectations.
- carry out file management activities such as prepare and collate bundles, take and file accurate notes, close and review files, maintain databases and version control.
- use a range of digital tools and technologies, for example to draft legal documents, conduct legal research, carry out data analysis and collaborate with others.
- apply fraud protection measures and cyber security procedures in relation to transactions, keeping up to date with approaches.
- undertake activities to ensure a clear picture of a stakeholder’s needs and risks throughout legal transactions.
- assess risks and benefits to the stakeholder of different options and making recommendations to senior team members to ensure that they work in the stakeholders’ best interests.
Training schedule
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4/C or above)
- Maths (grade 4/C or above)
A Level in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted 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
- Patience
Other requirements
Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be aged 18 or over. There isn't a requirement to attend college as the delivery for this programme is remote.
Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
About this employer
HRS is well known in the legal profession as a friendly and exciting environment in which to work. HRS Family Law Solicitors have opened 20 offices in 16 years. That is 25 + new jobs in the next business strategy period.
In addition, every firm has an ongoing need for good staff because people move on for a variety of different reasons. Whilst our staff retention is better than most, we at HRS Family Law Solicitors nevertheless are always on the look-out for good staff.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities for further development and progression within the company.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BIRMINGHAM METROPOLITAN COLLEGE
Mehr-un Nisa
recruitment@bmet.ac.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000058897.
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Closes in 18 days (Saturday 31 October 2026 at 11:59pm)