Summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the largest national law firms in the UK. An exciting opportunity to join one of the largest national law firms in the UK. You will be supporting the Cambridge Court of Protection Team, managing large medical negligence or personal injury damages awards to meet our clients’ needs.
Wage
£21,840 a year
Training course
Paralegal (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.
35 hours a week
Possible start date
Thursday 25 September
Duration
2 years
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
We're a full-service law firm, which means whatever advice is needed we can help. Giving the best possible advice is about more than knowledge and expertise. We seek to understand the people and business we work with as deeply as possible and take time to listen to what matters most to them.
Whichever team you join, working here you’ll feel a part of our friendly and inclusive environment. We’ll value you for who you are and what you bring. We support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to our clients and communities.
Your Role:
The Court of Protection is responsible for making decisions regarding the management of finances and other affairs for individuals who lack the mental capacity to do so themselves.
As a Paralegal Apprentice, you will be a key point of contact for our clients, many of whom have life-changing disabilities such as brain injuries, dementia and mental health illnesses. You will work closely with our solicitors, associates and partners to help these individuals manage their financial affairs. This role offers a great grounding for a career in law.
Your main responsibilities within the department will include the following:
* Being a point of contact for clients, demonstrating excellent communication skills
* Handle tasks such as setting up utilities, arranging insurance, purchasing equipment, paying invoices, managing employee payroll, checking bank statement accuracy, and general budget management
* You will need to become familiar with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and work with clients who may have suffered a brain injury as a result of medical negligence or accidents
* Communicating with clients, other firms of solicitors and third parties by telephone or in writing including taking client instructions and providing case updates
* Achieve time recording and fee income targets to ensure profitable working
* Ensuring compliance with the firm’s policies and procedures
* Attending appropriate training events as required
* Conducting legal research as requested by members of the team
* You may sometimes be required to complete relevant administration duties including photocopying, scanning documents, amending documentation, filing, archiving and file maintenance
Where you’ll work
20 Station Road
Cambridge
CB1 2JD
Training
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.
College or training organisation
BPP PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION LIMITED
Your training course
Paralegal (level 3)
Equal to A level
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.
Your training plan
* Paralegal Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* 5 GCSE's including English and Maths (grade (A*-C/9-4 or equivalent))
A Level in:
* 3 x A Levels or equivalent (Exclu General Studies) (grade (A-C/9-4 or equivalent))
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Team working
* Time management skills
* Microsoft Word, Office & Excel
* Strong desire to work
* Friendly
* Reliable
* Confident
* Resilient
* Ability to work at speed
* Flexible approach to work
* To work on own initiative
* Ability to multitask
* Ability to meet deadlines
Other requirements
As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group’s on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group’s employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, existing employees, clients, partners and other stakeholders. The background checks made will establish your eligibility to work in the UK, and criminal record check and financial checks ¬with a credit reference agency will also be undertaken. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.