Apprentice Business Administrator-ref 15015

WESTPARC LAW LIMITED

Bury (BL9 7PS)

Closes in 24 days (Friday 4 December 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 10 November 2026


Summary

Westparc Law Ltd are looking to recruit an apprentice who has the ability to deal with various office roles in a confident and sensible manner.

Wage

£14,560 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 09.00 - 17.00. 1 hour lunch unpaid.

35 hours a week

Start date

Monday 14 December 2026

Duration

1 year 3 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

  • Provide comprehensive administrative support to solicitors and legal teams
  • Assisting solicitors in handling RTA, Housing Disrepair, and other cases
  • Manage and organise case files on the firms case management system, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up-to-date
  • Assist in the preparation of legal documents and correspondence
  • Handling general office administration tasks as required
  • Communicate with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in legal proceedings to gather information and provide updates
  • Schedule appointments, meetings, and court dates while managing calendars effectively
  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information in accordance with legal standards
  • Assist in the analysis of case materials to identify key issues and relevant facts

Where you'll work

150 Willow Street
Bury
BL9 7PS

Training

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

Training provider

NORTH LANCS. TRAINING GROUP C.I.C.

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

  • Work Based Learning
  • Some online training may be included

Requirements

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
  • Administrative skills
  • Team working

About this employer

WestParc Law is a law firm committed to providing a high quality legal service across a wide range of practice areas. Through forging and sustaining close long-term relationships with both our commercial and private clients we are able to understand their circumstances and help them realise their business and personal objectives.

https://westparclaw.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • Free parking
  • Small team environment

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Successful candidates will be able to apply for positions within the company, some have moved into Chartered Law courses.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NORTH LANCS. TRAINING GROUP C.I.C.

Recruitment

recruitment@nltg.co.uk

01254395355

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000063680.

Apply now

Closes in 24 days (Friday 4 December 2026 at 11:59pm)