Paralegal Assistant Apprentice
SANDHU SOLICITORS LTD
Sutton Coldfield (B72 1SX)
Closes in 13 days (Friday 3 October 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 19 September 2025
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Summary
Gain valuable experience as a Legal Assistant, supporting Sukhvinder Sandhu with a wide range of property transactions, including residential and commercial sales, purchases, re-mortgages, and transfers of equity. A great opportunity to start your career in property law.
- Wage
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£15,704 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- Friday 9am- 5pm
Occasional Saturday shift
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Thursday 16 October 2025
- 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
Key Responsibilities:
- Client Onboarding & Communication:
Prepare fee estimates via Perfect Portal, open files using Mattersphere, send terms and conditions, carry out ID and AML checks, and maintain regular communication with clients, estate agents, sales negotiators, and mortgage brokers - Case Administration:
Draft attendance notes, update case management systems and Excel trackers, handle general client care, and manage incoming/outgoing post (may include occasional driving – mileage paid) - Conveyancing Support:
Assist with residential and commercial transactions including contract preparation, raising enquiries, ordering searches, obtaining indemnity policies, and handling new build and First Homes scheme processes - Mortgage & Lender Liaison:
Review mortgage instructions, request funds, submit COTs, refer Disclosure of Incentives Forms, and manage ISA/LISA bonuses - Exchange & Completion:
Arrange signing of documents, prepare exchange letters, request redemption statements, produce completion statements and bills, liaise with accounts for payments, and prepare/post completion packs - Post-Completion Work:
Submit SDLT forms and AP1s, respond to Land Registry requisitions, handle leasehold/management documents, update lenders and portals, and manage all final registration steps - Software Used:
Mattersphere, Perfect Portal, LMS, Lender Exchange, MS Office, and Excel
Where you'll work
53 Victoria Road Wrens Court Unit 7 8 2nd Floor
Sutton Coldfield
B72 1SX
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)
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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
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
Training Provider: Birmingham Metropolitan College – Sutton Coldfield Campus
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade Grade 4/C or above)
- Maths (grade Grade 4/C or above)
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
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
The employer has expressed a preference for candidates who either live locally within the Sutton Coldfield area or hold a full UK driving licence. However, all applications will still be considered.
About this employer
Sandhu Solicitors is a well-established law firm known for delivering high-quality legal services with a client-focused approach. Specialising in property law, the firm handles a wide range of conveyancing matters including residential and commercial sales and purchases, re-mortgages, transfers of equity, and new build transactions. Led by experienced legal professionals, Sandhu Solicitors prides itself on offering clear, practical advice and maintaining strong client relationships through reliable, efficient service.
After this apprenticeship
- Opportunity for progression within the company for the right candidate
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BIRMINGHAM METROPOLITAN COLLEGE
BMet Recruitment Team
Recruitment@bmet.ac.uk
0121 362 1122
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000343015.
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Closes in 13 days (Friday 3 October 2025 at 11:59pm)
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