* Carry out all reasonable instructions from senior staff promptly and enthusiastically;
* Undertake certain elements of fee earning work under supervision;
* Acquire and maintain legal knowledge through training and development activity and ensure compliance with professional development requirements of Regulator;
* Become confident in dealing with clients and other professionals and learn the ability to quickly earn the trust of clients and others in all dealings;
* Provide a valuable contribution to the work of each department to which the trainee has been allocated a seat, assist each training principal with his or her daily workload, and provide practice support both departmentally and generally within the firm;
* Complete the Professional Skills Course (PSC);
* Complete the Police Station Accreditation Qualification;
* Adhere to the terms of the Training Contract;
* Manage files in accordance with the Quality Procedures Manual and Lexcel requirements, as appropriate;
* Ensure compliance with LAA contract requirements, as appropriate;
* Ensure the confidentiality and security of all firm and client documentation and information;
* Maintain high standards in the processing of client work, both in respect of professional standards and client care;
* Take client instructions and provide high quality legal advice and assistance;
* Efficiently and effectively manage a personal caseload, where appropriate;
* Represent clients at hearings and at the police station, if appropriate, subject to rights of audience;
* Comply with the SRA Code of Conduct and SRA Accounts Rules;
* Contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy working environment;
* Contribute to the smooth running of the office and maintaining/improving office procedures;
* Ensure compliance with the Equality and Diversity Policy;
* Perform any other duties which from time to time are required by the firm.
Person Specification
* Educated to degree standard;
* Driving Licence;
* Completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC) / Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE).
Skills
* Organisational and management;
* Face to face communication;
* Advocacy;
* Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
Experience
* Some experience in legal work.
Other
* Integrity;
* Motivation;
* Reliability;
* Trustworthy.
Hours and Location
* Monday – Friday 8.45am – 5.15pm. This is a full-time role;
* Chester, Cheshire.
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