Paralegal Apprentice (Partnerships, Wills and Probate, Irwin Mitchell)

Your Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the largest national law firms in the UK. You will be supporting the Partnership, Wills and Probate team, part of our Private Client services division based in our Sheffield office.

Estate planning is essential to make sure our client’s wealth is protected for them and their families. By structuring assets in a tax-efficient way, we make sure everyone is provided for in the future. Our partner-led team offers the full range of legal and tax expertise clients need to help plan effectively for their future.

Our Estate Planning team help with but are not limited to the following services:

Wills- advising on, drafting and executing Trusts- setting up and administering trusts to manage money, property or investments for specific people or purposes Succession planning- advising on a client’s succession, including liaising with investment and wealth managers Lasting Powers of Attorney – advising on, drafting and registration Deeds– advising on and preparing a variety of Deeds including Deeds of Variation

Your Role

This apprentice role is an entry level Paralegal position and will be to assist within all elements of our Estate Planning team. You will work as part of a team and tasks will include video and telephone appointments with clients to obtain instructions, drafting Wills, drafting Lasting Powers of Attorney answering and making calls to existing clients. You may assist with managing a shared inbox. You will assist and support more experienced fee earners with their files. You will have the opportunity to gain real, hands-on experience in a law firm and learn from a highly experienced and skilled team of Private Client lawyers. There will be the opportunity to assist with all areas of the team to further widen your experience

Paralegals support solicitors in progressing their matters. This involves creating and organising case files, as well as contacting clients. This programme offers a great grounding for a career in law Completing relevant administration duties including photocopying, scanning documents, amending documentation, filing, archiving and file maintenance Assisting with new client enquiries Assisting with arrangements for meetings, telephone conferences, and, where required, attend to take detailed notes, communicating with clients, and third parties by telephone or in writing including taking basic client instructions and providing case updates when appropriate Drafting documents (including letters, and file notes) and drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney Achieve targets to ensure profitable working Ensuring compliance with the firm’s policies and procedures Attending appropriate training events as and when required 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 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