Fisher Day Solicitors, Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship FISHER DAY LIMITED

Passionate about a future career in Law? How would you like to work as part of an experienced legal team with a proven track record that strives to exceed client expectations? Through this apprenticeship we will train you to become an experienced Paralegal as a great and exciting gateway into the legal profession.

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Closing date: 07 Apr 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,754.20

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm

    Total hours per week: 35

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    17 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    27 Feb 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000124531

  • Positions

    3 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Typical activities that may be carried out, but are not exclusive to this role include:

  •  Managing data/records
  • Reviewing documents
  • Drafting and producing legal documents and standard forms
  • Assisting with the inception, progress and completion of client files
  • Carrying out research
  • Handling confidential and sensitive information
  • Understanding and utilising basic financial information
  • Communicating (written and oral) with internal and external clients
  • Contacting new and existing clients by email, phone and face to face.

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

The successful candidate will be trained to achieve a Paralegal Level 3 Advanced apprenticeship (ST0245)

This will include the CILEX Level 3 Diploma in Providing Legal Services.

The apprentice will work 4 days per week at Fisher Day, 2-14 Bury New Road, Manchester, M8 8EL, and attend 1 day per week at Bolton College BL3 5BG

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

On completion of the apprenticeship the applicant may have the opportunity to gain full time employment within the company or possible progression to a higher level apprenticeship.

The paralegal role may be a gateway to further career opportunities, such as: Chartered legal executive apprenticeship or Solicitor apprenticeship

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Team working, Initiative, Professional, Client Confidentiality

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9-4 (A*-C)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9-4 (A*-C)) Essential
A Level or equivalent Law (Grade Pass) Desired

Things to consider

Applicants must be able to travel to the employers place of work daily. Applicants must be able to travel 1 day per week for attendance at Bolton College. Please include in your application that you are able to travel to both places of work. Applications must include GCSE (or equivalent) achievements for English and maths. Please check your application for errors. Those with grammar and spelling mistakes will not be forwarded to the employer

About the employer

Fisher Day Solicitors are more than just a law firm who provides a wide range of legal services to both individuals and businesses. Fisher Day Solicitors are committed to providing exceptional legal services and advice to our clients. We push the boundaries of the law for our client’s problems with emphasis on transparency, and using the most advanced technologies and resources. We listen carefully, think differently and then act, drawing from the right expertise from our lawyers and collaborating with our team members to help our clients and their businesses to flourish and where possible, to minimise the risks. Our commercial acumen and tailored to us to advise our clients strategically, and go beyond the law to achieve the best outcome for them and their businesses. Our strength comes from our ambitious lawyers who work collaboratively and have a sound understanding of our client’s businesses and their needs. We have in depth knowledge and expertise and have the most talented and respected lawyers in their fields. Who enjoy working with our client’s and we structure our teams to the issues they face. Our clients are always at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on the professional, forward thinking and flexible approach delivering excellent standards to all our clients.

Employer

FISHER DAY LIMITED

Address

2-14 Bury New Road

M8 8EL

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Training

Training provider

BOLTON COLLEGE

Contact

Gary

gary.mangan@boltoncc.ac.uk

01204 482036

Apprenticeship standard

Paralegal

Level 3 (A level)

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