Paralegal Apprentice - Marine

Consider Hill Dickinson your maritime and trade specialists – a full-service international practice combining two centuries of excellence with tomorrow's solutions. We are focused, responsive and always on point – experts who understand your needs and share your perspective. 

From our strategic hubs in Cyprus, Hong Kong, Liverpool, London, Monaco, Piraeus and Singapore, we deliver expert support in shipping, ports and terminals, insurance, commodities trading and finance and offshore projects. With the experience and depth to handle complex maritime litigation and the agility to respond 24/7 to major incidents, when crisis strikes, we're our clients first port of call. 

Our experience in the yacht and superyacht sector is comprehensive, assisting clients with almost every aspect of superyacht ownership and operation. We handle both non-contentious and contentious matters, from transactional advice and yacht finance (where we support both lenders and borrowers) through to dispute resolution. We also advise on business jets and helicopters. 

Our experienced team of yacht and superyacht lawyers operates from London, Monaco and Singapore, supported by a worldwide network of strategic partnerships including our cross-continental alliance with US law firm Alley Maass. We’re recognised worldwide for our expertise, bringing together one of the most experienced teams in the sector with a proven track record.  

The apprentice will gain valuable, real-life experience, enhancing their commercial understanding and growing confidence in a work environment. Upon completion of the legal apprenticeship, the apprentice will qualify as a Paralegal.

Key responsibilities:

Shadowing our lawyers Preparing court bundles Conducting legal research Assisting with legal matters Drafting precedents Liaising with clients Getting involved in the firm wide social and charitable activities Carrying out standard tasks such as administration, filing, faxing, answering the telephone and photocopying

Training:

The apprentice will spend 20% of their working week studying towards their CILEx Paralegal Level 3 Certificate in Law and Practice qualification.

The course will be delivered via remote learning, which can be completed in the office or at home, in line with our hybrid working policy.

Study will take place one day per week, as agreed between successful candidate and the team. 

Training Outcome:

The apprentice will have regular reviews with their line manager and the HR team to discuss career progression and future aspirations. 

Following successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is the opportunity to consider further qualifications, such as the Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship. 

Employer Description:
Hill Dickinson LLP is a leading international commercial law firm employing over 1000 people, including more than 200 partners and legal directors. The firm operates across the UK, Europe and South East Asia, in Birmingham, Hong Kong, Leeds, Limassol, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Monaco, Newcastle, Piraeus and Singapore. Hill Dickinson delivers advice and strategic guidance spanning the full legal spectrum, broadly organised into three main client groups: business services, health and marine. It advises businesses, organisations and individuals across the globe and from a wide range of market sectors, including specialisms in health and marine, on non-contentious advisory and transactional work, through to all forms of commercial litigation and arbitration.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm. 37.5 hours per week. As the winner of Working Families’ ‘Best UK employer for Flexible Working Award 2020’, we are happy to consider flexible working opportunities to help you balance your work and home life.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative