This is an exciting opportunity to start your career in finance whilst working towards a Level 3 AAT qualification. As a Finance Apprentice, you will be a part of a supportive finance team where you will develop practical skills across core accounting functions and collaborate with colleagues across the firm, including Partners and Business Support teams. Duties will include but are not limited to: Purchase ledger: Processing invoices, reconciling supplier accounts and managing employee expenses.Billing: Assisting with client billing processes.Cashiering: Supporting payment runs, petty cash handling and billing tasks.Time recording and reporting: Helping manage time entries and preparing financial reports.Training:Advanced Diploma - AAT Level 3 Advanced builds on the knowledge gained in the Foundation level. If you work in accounts or have studied accountancy before, you may be able to start at this level. You’ll learn complex accounting techniques, and master a number of accounting disciplines including financial processes, advanced bookkeeping, final accounts and ethical practices for accountants. This level will encourage you to master more complex accounting principles in both Bookkeeping and Management Accounting. You’ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4. To pass this level you’ll need to study five units (also known as subjects), which are all mandatory. Four of the units are examined individually and there is also a synoptic assessment that you’ll take towards the end of the level, which incorporates the final two units as well as drawing on all of the other units you’ve s ...Training Outcome:18-month FTC but may be opportunity for growth within the team if successful.Employer Description:Peters and Peters is a specialist law firm focused on heavyweight disputes and renowned for our work in business crime and civil litigation with an impressive, global client base. Clients come to us in serious situations, where reputation, livelihood and liberty are at risk. Our work is often very high profile, and our clients include multinational corporations, financial institutions, governments and investors.Working Hours :35 hours per week. Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5.30pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Paralegal Catastrophic Injury
Manchester (Hybrid Working Available)
Full-time | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a highly respected law firm with a growing and supportive team that specialises in catastrophic and serious injury litigation. Youll work alongside leading experts in the field, gaining hands-on experience and invaluable exposure to high-value, complex personal injury cases involving brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and amputation claims.
As a Paralegal, youll play a vital role in supporting senior fee earners and solicitors, assisting with all aspects of case preparation and client care while developing your legal knowledge and skills in this specialist area.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drafting witness statements and preparing court documents
- Attending conferences with counsel and medical experts, taking detailed notes
- Obtaining, reviewing, and collating medical and other records
- Reviewing expert medical reports
- Conducting legal research on liability and quantum
- Liaising with clients, keeping them informed of case progress
- Preparing instructions to counsel and medical experts
- Creating and managing court bundles
- Assisting with billing, disbursements, and general case administration
This role will initially be office-based during the induction period, with the option to work up to two days remotely per week once fully settled.
About You:
To be successful in this role, youll demonstrate a strong foundation in personal injury or catastrophic injury work, along with excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
You should also have:
- Previous experience handling or assisting with serious or catastrophic injury claims (essential)
- A strong academic background
- Excellent communication and client care skills, with a professional and empathetic approach
- The ability to manage and prioritise your workload effectively
- Strong IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience using Proclaim is advantageous but not essential
- A proactive, team-oriented approach and eagerness to learn from senior professionals
Whats on Offer:
- In addition to a rewarding career path and the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders, the firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 25 days annual leave (increasing with length of service) plus office closure between Christmas and New Year
- Pension scheme and income protection cover
- Private medical insurance and death-in-service benefits
- Travel pass or parking loan (interest-free)
- Early finish one Friday per month
- Two paid volunteering days per year
- Regular social, sporting, and charity events
- Mental health and wellbeing support
- Clear opportunities for career progression and promotion
If youre passionate about serious injury litigation and want to develop your career within a supportive, forward-thinking team this is a fantastic opportunity to take that next step.
To apply or find out more, please contact Chris on c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or 0161 9143457....Read more...