Paralegal Apprentice (Employment, Irwin Mitchell)

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.

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

Your main responsibilities within the department will include the following:

This is a superb opportunity for you to work within our Employment team, gaining an overview as to the relevant law and the types of claims, supporting our clients and developing your skills and expertise within a supportive team The work will involve assisting fee earners in advising clients but mainly conducting and assisting on Tribunal cases from inception to the final hearing including opening files, interacting with clients, Counsel and other parties in writing and by telephone You will also be tasked with obtaining documentation to support or defend claims, conducting research, drafting pleadings, preparing disclosure, bundles, witness statements and instructing Counsel to conduct hearings Your role will also involve juggling competing demands on time and ensuring deadlines are met in a fast paced, high energy environment 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 and when required Completing relevant administration duties including photocopying, scanning documents, amending documentation, filing, archiving and file maintenance Supporting the team's business development activities/events; Working to deadlines and be adept at multi-tasking Whilst planning and prioritising will be the key to your success, you’ll also need to be flexible and quick to respond to requests at short notice You’ll be experienced in following set guidelines and processes, but with the ability and confidence to use your own judgement where required and to complete written tasks to a high standard (e.g. grammatical and technical accuracy)

Training:
Paralegal Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard

Training Outcome:
Many people accept permanent roles with us after completing their apprenticeship. We’ll help you develop your skills further and you will have opportunities to advance to more senior positions Wherever your career takes you, you’ll have an industry-recognised qualification and training from one of the UK’s top law firms as proof of your skills and knowledge

Employer Description:
Founded in 1912, Irwin Mitchell has helped over one million clients so far. These include individuals, small businesses, as well as national and international organisations. We currently employ over 2,500 people across 14 offices. The IMCF (Irwin Mitchell Charities Foundation) was set up in 1997 and has so far donated over £1 million to local and national causes. We give all our employees 14 hours a year to use on voluntary work, to give back to our communities.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.

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