Applicants from non-legal administrative or secretarial backgrounds are welcome. However, law trainees without relevant administrative or secretarial experience will not be considered.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 2 X Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant to join Commercial Property or Wills and Probate Department at a well-established legal firm, providing a broad range of legal services in a friendly, client-focused environment.
As a Legal Secretary, you will provide secretarial support to the legal team, assisting with documents, client queries, and office administration.
This full-time role (35-hour work week) offers a salary range of £22,000 - £26,000, negotiable for the right candidate, along with benefits.
You will be responsible for:
? Typing from dictation and copy typing.
? Producing documents and reports.
? Handling client enquiries.
? Filing, scanning, and photocopying.
? Completing online and paper forms.
? Diary management.
? Assisting with legal document presentation.
What we are looking for:
? Previously worked as a Legal Secretary, Legal Administrative, Legal Clerk, Paralegal, Property Secretary, Family law secretary, Conveyancing Assistant, Conveyancing Secretary, Private client secretary, Medical Secretary, Private client assistant or in a similar role.
? Legal secretarial experience would be preferred.
? Skilled in Microsoft Office.
? Ability to type accurately from dictation.
? Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
? Professional telephone manner and positive attitude.
Shift:
? 35 hours per week
? Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm
? 1 hour unpaid lunch each day
What's on offer:
? Competitive salary
? 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
? Company pension
? Employee discount
? Sick pay
? Employee assistance program
? Health & wellbeing programme
This is an exceptional opportunity for a Legal Secretary to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
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Applicants from non-legal administrative or secretarial backgrounds are welcome. However, law trainees without relevant administrative or secretarial experience will not be considered.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 2 X Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant to join Commercial Property or Wills and Probate Department at a well-established legal firm, providing a broad range of legal services in a friendly, client-focused environment.
As a Legal Secretary, you will provide secretarial support to the legal team, assisting with documents, client queries, and office administration.
This full-time role (35-hour work week) offers a salary range of £22,000 - £26,000, negotiable for the right candidate, along with benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Typing from dictation and copy typing.
* Producing documents and reports.
* Handling client enquiries.
* Filing, scanning, and photocopying.
* Completing online and paper forms.
* Diary management.
* Assisting with legal document presentation.
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as a Legal Secretary, Legal Administrative, Legal Clerk, Paralegal, Property Secretary, Family law secretary, Conveyancing Assistant, Conveyancing Secretary, Private client secretary, Medical Secretary, Private client assistant or in a similar role.
* Legal secretarial experience would be preferred.
* Skilled in Microsoft Office.
* Ability to type accurately from dictation.
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Professional telephone manner and positive attitude.
Shift:
* 35 hours per week
* Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm
* 1 hour unpaid lunch each day
What's on offer:
* Competitive salary
* 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Sick pay
* Employee assistance program
* Health & wellbeing programme
This is an exceptional opportunity for a Legal Secretary to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone, or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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The Administrative Assistant Apprentice will support the day-to-day administration and client service functions of Clark Willis Solicitors, helping to deliver an efficient, professional, and client-focused legal service. Working as part of a busy legal practice, the apprentice will assist solicitors and support staff with administrative tasks, client communications, and office processes while developing key business administration and customer service skills within a professional legal environment.
The role will involve handling confidential information, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring clients receive a positive experience when accessing the firm's services.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Welcome clients and visitors in a friendly, professional, and courteous manner
Answer telephone calls and respond to enquiries, directing them to the appropriate member of staff
Assist with booking appointments and managing meeting room schedules
Support the preparation, scanning, filing, and archiving of legal documents and correspondence
Maintain accurate electronic and paper-based client records
Manage incoming and outgoing post, emails, and document distribution
Assist solicitors and legal support staff with routine administrative duties
Ensure confidential client information is handled in accordance with GDPR and firm procedures
Support the opening, updating, and closing of client files
Carry out data entry and document management tasks using legal case management systems
Assist with producing legal documents, letters, and reports from templates
Work collaboratively with colleagues to support the smooth running of the office
Provide excellent customer service to clients and professional contacts
Skills & Experience Gained
Legal administration and office support experience
Professional customer service and client care skills
Use of legal and business administration IT systems
Understanding of confidentiality, GDPR, and data protection requirements
Business communication skills, including telephone, email, and written correspondence
Document management and record-keeping processes
Organisation, prioritisation, and time management skills
Experience working within a professional legal services environment
Understanding of legal office procedures and client service standards
Ideal Candidate
This role is suited to someone who is:
Friendly, professional, and approachable
Reliable and eager to learn
Organised with good attention to detail
Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities
Confident communicating with a wide range of people
Comfortable using computers and Microsoft Office applications
Able to work effectively as part of a team
Respectful of confidential and sensitive informatiomn
Keen to develop a career in administration or the legal sector
Motivated, positive, and willing to take responsibility for their own development
This apprenticeship provides an excellent opportunity to gain valuable administration experience within a respected legal practice while working towards a nationally recognised qualification and developing skills that can support a long-term career in the legal and professional services sectorTraining:You will be completing the Level 2 Administration Assistant Apprenticeship Standard with Darlington Borough Council Learning & Skills, Darlington.
The Administration Apprenticeship is designed to equip participants with the fundamentals required to work in any business environment. The programme can be delivered using a blend of on-line, anytime learning and expert-led classroom training covering core topics.
Throughout this Apprenticeship, participants will be supported by tutors who have worked in a business environment and have gained many years of experience and who can truly support you to develop the skills and knowledge required to work in a wide range of administrative roles. This will also provide a potential progression route onto the Business Administrator L3 Apprenticeship.Training Outcome:Successful completion may lead to a full-time employment and/ or opportunity to join the Business Administrator L3 Apprenticeship Standard.Employer Description:Our mission is to offer affordable yet premium legal services to individuals and their families who want access to excellent legal advice locally and who appreciate the value and the experience they will enjoy from using Clark Willis.
We call this ‘affordable premium‘, and it informs how we provide our legal services, how we interact with our clients, our workspaces and how we develop our team.
We are a growing team of highly respected solicitors committed to making legal services simple to understand and accessible with clear advice and transparent costs making us the smart choice.
We are small enough to ensure that you can benefit personally from our one-to-one service on everyday matters but also experienced enough to deal with more complex and demanding areas.
Although we offer legal services you are really buying our expertise and not only is our firm Lexcel accredited, the Law Society’s Quality Mark, our individual solicitors are also specialists within their respective areas and hold a range of personal accreditations.
We have been quietly and confidently providing legal services locally, regionally and nationally for over fifty years from our offices in Darlington and Northallerton.Working Hours :Monday – Friday 9am – 5pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working....Read more...
As an Apprentice Administrative Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting the team with a variety of administrative tasks.
Working closely with our Client Support Assistant on a daily basis, you will receive full training, supervision and support throughout your apprenticeship, with opportunities to develop your skills and build a long-term career within the firm.
Key Responsibilities:
· Contacting utility companies and other organisations to obtain meter readings and account information
· Arranging and coordinating meetings for members of the Court of Protection team
· Collating and preparing documents for files, meetings and applications
· Requesting and collecting proof of expenditure, benefits, assistance and other supporting documentation
· Updating client records and internal systems accurately
· Scanning, filing and organising documents electronically and in paper files
· Processing incoming and outgoing correspondence
· Supporting the team with general administrative and office duties
· Assisting with document preparation and case management administration
· Providing excellent service to clients, colleagues and external organisationsTraining Outcome:This role offers excellent opportunities for growth and development. Successful candidates will gain valuable experience within a professional legal environment and may have the opportunity to progress into further administrative, legal support or specialist roles within the business.Employer Description:The Firm:
Ashtons Legal is a growing firm in the East of England with a focus on providing excellent legal advice to a diverse range of individuals, institutions and executives across our region and beyond.
We are a friendly and supportive team of professionals working together to make sure our clients get the best advice possible. Our firm has a flexible reward and benefits structure and a culture of openness with an innovative leadership looking to the future
The Court of Protection Team:
Our Court of Protection team work with people who no longer have the mental capacity to deal with their own affairs and require the support of others to act on their behalf. This may be due to age related illness or an accident. Once it becomes apparent that someone will require assistance in managing their affairs we will meet with that person and family members to discuss more fully how we can provide assistance. Our Court of Protection specialist team assist clients throughout the UK from our East Anglia offices.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm, although flexible working patterns can be discussedSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
An opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary to join a law firm providing legal services to individuals, families and businesses across property, family law, wills, trusts, probate and agricultural matters.
As a Legal Secretary, you will be providing secretarial and administrative assistance to a residential conveyancing team, helping to keep client matters organised and progressing smoothly.
This is a part-time permanent position working 21 hours per week offering a salary of £13,800 - £15,900 and benefits. Candidates with experience in any law department will be considered.
You will be responsible for
* Producing and formatting legal documents and correspondence
* Carrying out audio and copy typing
* Managing emails, diaries and appointments
* Opening, maintaining and closing client files
* Communicating with clients, solicitors, estate agents and other relevant parties
* Supporting the preparation of residential conveyancing documentation
* Handling telephone enquiries and recording accurate messages
* Updating case management systems and maintaining accurate records
What we are looking for
* Previously worked as a Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant, Legal Clerk or in a similar role
* Have prior legal experience.
* Strong typing and IT skills.
* Understanding of the residential property and conveyancing process is preferred
* Good organisational skills with close attention to detail
* Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise tasks effectively
Shift:
* 21 hours per week
* Wednesday to Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
* One-hour lunch break each working day
This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Secretary to join a dynamic company and further enhance their career.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone, or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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You will be responsible for providing administrative support to lawyers, including filing and archiving and the organisation of documents including:
Printing and bundling of documents and engrossments, scanning and organising e-files, sending counterparts to relevant parties and/or uploading to relevant client extranets, creating deeds packets and organising the post run
opening files - running conflict checks, obtaining Anti Money Laundering documents, creating the e-file and all relevant sub-files
Other duties will include:
Collating, analysing and reporting of data as required by fee earners / clients
Supporting with Conference and meeting arrangements
Assisting with internal team communications
Assisting Legal Support Assistants to provide support to other / non-assigned fee earners as appropriate
Training:You will undertake an apprenticeship in Business Administration (L3).
You will be trained by South Hampshire College Group and spend 1 day a week completing college work with attendance at South Hampshire College Group one day a month, with 4 days a week in the office.Training Outcome:On completion of the apprenticeship, candidates will have the skills required to apply for an entry level Legal Support Assistant role.Employer Description:Blake Morgan is one of the UK's leading full service law firms, with offices in London, Wales, Thames Valley, Manchester and the South Coast. We provide our clients with practical and straightforward legal advice whatever their regional, national and international requirements. We act for large corporates, entrepreneurs and owner-managed businesses and private individuals, and public sector and charitable organisations.Working Hours :Monday - Friday between 9.00am - 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
In this role, you will provide efficient and effective administrative support to Fee Earners, Legal Assistants and the wider team. You will help ensure that client matters are progressed smoothly, documents are handled accurately, and excellent standards of client service and compliance are maintained.
You will support the Commercial Property team with a varied range of administrative tasks, including:
Opening files, setting up opportunities on the system and entering information accurately
Contacting clients to request missing information where required
Dealing with incoming and outgoing post, including special or recorded delivery items, DX, couriers and scanning post to the correct location
Photocopying and scanning documents to the required standard
Assisting with client enquiries by telephone and in person in a professional and helpful manner
Making appointments, arranging meetings and maintaining Outlook diaries for team members
Supporting ID checks in line with AML procedures and helping ensure compliance with firm policies, procedures and excel requirements
Providing support to colleagues and other teams where needed
We are looking for someone who is client-focused, approachable and willing to learn. You will have strong attention to detail, good communication skills and a common-sense approach to your work. You should be organised, diligent and able to work well as part of a team.
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about developing their skills, confident in dealing with people professionally, and keen to contribute to the smooth running of the office. A positive attitude, willingness to get involved and commitment to building a long-term career will be important.Training:
Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Your training will will be delivered within the workplace, weekly
This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in a supportive Commercial Property team, with the opportunity to learn about legal administration, client service, compliance and office processes. You will be encouraged to develop your confidence, technical skills and understanding of how a busy legal team operates.Training Outcome:Permanent role as a Client Service Assistant / Administrator, with progression in role as required.Employer Description:Based in North and East Yorkshire, Harrowells is a regional law firm with a long and successful track record of offering high quality advice to businesses, families and individuals. We have over 120 staff and local offices in York and across Yorkshire. We have a significant presence in Yorkshire’s highly competitive legal market and are recognised as specialists at a national level in a number of legal sectors.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.30pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Legal Assistant. As a Legal Assistant, you will provide administrative support to our busy Lawyers and assist with various tasks to ensure the smooth operation of our Firm.
Responsibilities (full training will be given):
Collecting and taking the mail
Distributing incoming mail
Scanning
Filing
Answering the telephones
Ordering documents from the Land Registry
Ordering Searches from our online search provider
Taking clients identity documents and certifying the same
Opening and closing files
Photocopying documents
Collating enclosures for reports to clients
Ordering and maintaining stationery supplies
Reception duties to include greeting and assisting clients
This list is not exhaustive
Training:To complete the Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship, the learner will work towards a nationally recognised qualification alongside their role within the business. The apprenticeship is delivered remotely, with dedicated one-to-one support from an experienced Learning Coach.
Regular coaching sessions will help the learner develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required for the qualification, while practical training and experience will be gained in the workplace through their day-to-day responsibilities.
This combination of structured learning and on-the-job training ensures the learner can apply their knowledge in a real business environment while progressing towards successful completion of the apprenticeship.Training Outcome:Responsibilities (full training will be given) - Collecting and taking the mail - Distributing incoming mail - Scanning - Filing - Answering the telephones - Ordering documents from the Land Registry - Ordering Searches from our online Search Provider - Taking clients identity documents and certifying the same - Opening and closing files - Photocopying documents - Collating enclosures for reports to clients - Ordering and maintaining stationery supplies - Reception duties to include greeting and assisting clients - TypingEmployer Description:Solicitor'sWorking Hours :Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Administrative skills,Attention to detail,Communication skills,Creative,Customer care skills,Initiative,IT skills,Logical,Non judgemental,Organisation skills,Patience,Problem solving skills....Read more...
The purpose of the role is to give support to the team and department in all matters relating to debt recovery.
Your main responsibilities would include:
Ensure that all legal work for which you are responsible is performed to an acceptable standard in accordance with client's instructions and to meet the practice standards of the Law Society
Participate in and contribute to practice development activities of the firm and/or department
Maintain acceptable standards in all aspects of office administration to include billing, file reviews, contract reviews, time recording and archiving
Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and Lexcel procedures as required by the provisions of the firm’s quality procedures in force from time to time and any accompanying departmental procedures
Undertaking such administrative work on behalf of department as necessary
To answer the telephone, take messages and deal with enquiries as appropriate
To assist other members of the team as required, i.e. filing, photocopying, scanning, post allocation
Update file progress on office systems as required on the Nexum debt recovery system
To undertake to produce all monthly bills on behalf of the department and liaise with accounts office on any billing related issues
To undertake to produce reports for clients from the Nexum system upon request from client/fee earners
Taking credit and debit card payments
Training:Alongside your duties, you will also be studying towards the level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship, which includes learning from business administration specialists.
Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
Training provided by the employer and online with The Apprentice Academy
1 to 1 coaching with an experienced coach
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Training Outcome:
Progression opportunities to the 'Legal Assistant' role in Debt Recovery
Employer Description:Pannone is an independent commercial law firm based in Manchester City Centre. Their offices are next to Deansgate Castlefield tram stop and Deansgate railway station. They founded the firm on a strong set of core values and those principles remain at the heart of their recruitment. They hold the Investors In People Gold award and offer a rewarding and supportive working environment. The Firm is ranked in the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners directories. Their client base includes: Debenhams; Brother plc; DHL; Iceland; L’Oreal and PPL-PRS.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pmSkills: IT skills,Attention to detail,Administrative skills,Analytical skills....Read more...
Provide tailored support to pupils in class and in small groupsSupport students with additional needs, including SEND and EAL
Work alongside teachers and the SENCo to support learning plans
Help deliver targeted interventions and booster sessions
Assist with behaviour management and promote positive engagement
Adapt and prepare learning materials and classroom resources
Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to staff
Support students during lessons, break times, and activities
Provide general pastoral support and help with school trips
This role offers hands-on experience supporting students while developing key skills in education.Training:
Training will take place within the workplace (school setting) while completing the apprenticeship
No college attendance required
Apprentice will complete online learning modules alongside their role
Monthly online webinars will be delivered as part of the training programme
The apprentice will gain hands-on experience during their scheduled working hours while building knowledge, skills, and behaviours for the qualification
Training Outcome:
Potential for a permanent Teaching Assistant role upon successful completion
Opportunity to progress onto a Level 5 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship for further development in education
Employer Description:Inspire ATA is a UK-based, Department for Education-backed Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency. Operating as a social enterprise, they act as the legal employer for apprentices. This unique "recruit, train, and deploy" model allows organisations to host apprentices on short-term placements without adding them to their internal headcount or handling administrative burdensWorking Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 3.30pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
An opportunity has arisen for a Lettings Negotiator / Lettings Agent to join a residential lettings and property management business supporting landlords with property lettings, tenant sourcing, valuations and ongoing property management.
As a Lettings Negotiator / Lettings Agent, you will be supporting the lettings operation through property visits, marketing, client liaison, administration and coordination of property management activities.
This full-time permanent role offers a salary range of £27,000 - £29,000 plus £1,000 - £3,000 annual bonus and benefits.
You will be responsible for
? Conduct rental property valuations and advise landlords on local rental market conditions.
? Visit properties to take photographs, measurements and gather accurate property details.
? Prepare and obtain the required information, documentation and certificates for property marketing.
? Liaise with landlords and prospective tenants, responding promptly to lettings enquiries.
? Build and maintain positive relationships with landlords and other property contacts.
? Maintain accurate lettings records and ensure activities are carried out in line with relevant legal requirements.
What we are looking for
? Previously worked as a Lettings Negotiator, Lettings Agent, Lettings Assistant, Lettings Consultant, Lettings Coordinator, Property Administrator, Estate Agent or in a similar role
? Have prior administrative experience
? Ideally have lettings or property management experience.
? Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deal confidently with clients, tenants and colleagues.
? Good organisational skills and the ability to manage several tasks effectively.
? Willingness to travel to properties within the required local catchment area.
Shift:
? Monday to Friday: 09:00 to 17:30
? 1 Saturday in three and a day off in lieu.
Whats on offer
? Competitive Salary
? Company car.
? Staff bonus scheme.
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As a Finance Assistant Apprentice at the LMB the successful candidate will proactively provide accounting support to the Finance team by performing tasks including purchase invoice processing, adjustment journal preparation and entry onto the Oracle Fusion accounting system. This role will also assist with the preparation of budget plans within the constraints of corporate deadlines.
Main duties/ Key responsibilities:
Routine Accounting Tasks
Using the accounting system (Oracle Fusion), action invoice queries received daily, by liaising with requisitioners, Divisional Administrators and the UK Shared Business Services (UKSBS)
Prepare input documents for invoices charged to a number of cost centres ensuring that the invoices are processed to meet payment deadlines. Suppliers of these invoices include: Fedex, DHL, Veezu Taxis, University of Cambridge and our catering company. Liaise with suppliers as necessary
Scanning, and electronic filing of purchase invoices and sending documents to UKSBS using service requests on Oracle Fusion
Track utility and courier costs, obtain required approvals, and support invoice processing and payments
Monitor the progress of utility, courier and other critical invoices to ensure prompt payment
Issue receipts for cheques received in the Finance Office, complete the miscellaneous receipt request form, sending cheques to UKSBS as received
Month End Procedures
Prepare and upload journals for movement of costs as required, forwarding them to the Finance Officer or Head of Finance for checking
Assist the Finance Officer with the collection of data for accruals and prepayments
Obtain utility meter readings from the Estates & Facilities team and complete the recharging exercise by raising invoices to other organisations
Assist the Finance team with the investigation and clearance of the accounts payable balance sheet
Budgets
Assist the Finance team with the preparation of annual budgets on the accounting system, completing control sheets, updating journal log and printing documents
Assist the Finance team with the analysis and preparation of data for forecasting and budgeting purposes
Support to Finance Staff
Provide on-going general support to the Finance team
Maintain the smooth running of the department’s facilities e.g. paper and toner in printer and photocopier and stationery orders
Update the Finance assistant procedure manual
Receive and distribute incoming post for the Finance team on a daily basis
Act on queries within own responsibility
Any ad hoc tasks appropriate to the role
Training:You will undertake your apprenticeship training with First Intuition Cambridge, attending a mixture of in-person sessions at their training centre and online sessions.
As part of your apprenticeship you will also study for and achieve the following qualifications:
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
Institute of Certified Bookkeepers Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping
Institute of Accountants and Bookkeepers Level 2 Certificate in Accounting and Business
Towards the end of your apprenticeship you will be assessed against the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours contained within the apprenticeship standard across the following areas:
Legal, ethical and sustainability requirements in accounting
Financial data processing and accounting tasks
Communication and stakeholder engagement
Completion of the apprenticeship aligns with the following professional registration:
Institute of Certified Bookkeepers for Associate AICB
Institute of Accountants and Bookkeepers for Associate AIAB
Travel to First Intuition Cambridge is required, with excess costs covered.Training Outcome:Completion of the apprenticeship aligns with the following professional registration:
Institute of Certified Bookkeepers for Associate AICB
Institute of Accountants and Bookkeepers for Associate AIAB
Employer Description:UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation. Supporting some of the world’s most exciting and challenging research projects, we develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills and business-led innovation.Working Hours :Monday - Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills....Read more...
To provide administrative support to the ICF to ensure an efficient, effective and responsive service to both North Northampton, West Northampton and The Northamptonshire Children’s Trust. With a focus on adding value, the role of business apprentice contributes to the efficiency of the team, through support of functional areas, working across teams and resolving issues as requested. Building skills to use a range of digital tools, including Microsoft 365 and AI-supported applications, to improve efficiency and support day-to-day operations while contributing to team objectives.
The flexibility and responsiveness required allows the apprentice to develop a wide range of skills and experience across a variety of tasks.
Principal responsibilities
Provide administration support linked with day-to-day governance and relationship management of the Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, on the behalf of West Northants and North Northants.
Carry out a range of administrative/business support tasks for the team and service area. This may include but is not limited to; data entry, producing correspondence, event planning, minute taking, booking venues or transport, uploading content to our website and intranet pages, and supporting with grant funding applications.
Provide administrative support for all governance meetings or processes which will involve, scheduling meetings, including meetings with cabinet members, minute taking and producing meeting minutes for those specified processes.
Maintaining the corresponding action logs, chasing for outstanding actions and managing the attendance log for meetings.
Manage incoming and outgoing post and deliveries for the ICF and additional Children’s Services as required.
Maintain procedures and documentation in relation to the role’s tasks and responsibilities.
Assist with administration for the Head of Commissioning and Contracts and the wider Commissioning team.
Ensure that all legal documentation for the Service Delivery contracts, the associated schedules, and the Support Services agreement are available for the Directors and Assistant Directors as and when required.
General responsibilities
The business apprentice is expected to deliver their responsibilities efficiently and with integrity – showing a positive attitude.
The role involves demonstrating strong communication skills (both written and verbal) and adopting a proactive approach to developing skills.
The business apprentice is expected to show initiative, managing priorities and own time, problem-solving skills, decision-making.
Demonstrate awareness/understanding of equal opportunities and other people’s behavioural, physical, social and welfare needs.
Comply with the Council’s policies and procedures including (but not limited to) safeguarding, financial regulations, promotion of equalities, customer care, agreed audit actions and health and safety (ensuring that reasonable care is taken at all times for the health, safety and welfare of yourself and other persons).
Understand the councils commitment to Corporate Parenting and take responsibility to support this commitment. Enable the council to be the best corporate parents possible to children and young people in our current and previous care.
Carry out any other duties which fall within the broad spirit, scope and purpose of this job description and which are commensurate with the grade of the post.
This job description reflects the major tasks to be carried out by the post holder and identifies a level of responsibility at which they will be required to work. In the interests of effective working, the major tasks may be reviewed from time to time to reflect changing needs and circumstances.Training:Your programme will be delivered online, with the following structure:
9 workshops which will be delivered on-line on a monthly basis. During these sessions, new topics will be taught by your tutor.
Between sessions, you’ll complete self-study tasks spread throughout the week.
You will have regular meetings with your tutor on 1-2-1 basis every 6-8 weeks.Training Outcome:This apprenticeship provides an excellent foundation for a career in local government. Following successful completion, there may be opportunities to apply for permanent roles within Business Support, Administration, Governance, Commissioning or Project Support teams. The skills and qualification gained will support future career progression across the Council and wider public sector.Employer Description:North Northamptonshire Council is the unitary local authority responsible for delivering public services across the areas of Corby, East Northamptonshire, Kettering, and Wellingborough.
As a unitary council, it manages services such as council tax, waste and recycling, housing, planning, roads and transport, education, libraries, and adult and children’s social care.Working Hours :37 hours a week over Monday to Friday.
Normally 9.00am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday and 9.00am to 5.00pm, on Friday.
The council has a flexible working policy.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Non judgemental....Read more...
In your role, you will be accountable for:
Prepare and issue invoices, reminder and exclusion letters and monthly statements
Check and bank cash received from across college
To update income to Open Accounts ensuring that VAT is correctly applied on each category of income
To request and process credit notes where needed on receipt of appropriate authorisation
Create products on the college online store
Undertake credit control through to recommendation for legal action for an agreed range of customers accounts
Work with curriculum areas to resolve customer account issues
Assist in the monitoring of Advanced Learner Loans and Student Loans
Maintain records of any debt collection action taken in the finance system
Liaise with audit teams if required
Work as part of the enrolment team covering finance elements of the process
Open and distribute incoming mail and email on a rota basis
Update job manuals in area of responsibility on a regular basis
Support the Income Manager with ad hoc requests as they arise
Work within the Purchase Ledger function as required, supporting the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, payments and related queries
To assist in general finance office cover where required
Build effective working relationships with managers and advise on processes within the postholders remit, to facilitate the best outcomes for the college
Any other duties commensurate with the level of the post that may be required from time to time
There are things that we are all accountable for, whatever your role, these are:
Embedding safeguarding into your/your teams working practices and escalating any safeguarding concerns immediately in line with the college’s safeguarding policy
Embedding Health and Safety best practices and ensuring a safe working environment for everyone within your area of responsibility, according to the Health and Safety at Work Act
Being a champion and advocate for Equality and Diversity throughout college
Behaving in a manner that displays British values
Being committed to reviews of your performance and your own Continuous Professional Development
To be successful in this role you will have the following:
Technical & People Skills/Impact & Influence:
Ability to use initiative and be innovative in resolving issues quickly and decisively
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to handle and prioritise multiple tasks and deadlines
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal and to a wide range of audiences
Ability to work well as part of a team
Flexible attitude to work and working hours
Demonstrable record of success in a customer service working environment, and a commitment to providing a first-class service
It would be desirable if you have an understanding of accounting processes, and how the different process streams interact
It would be desirable if you have evidence of working with others to improve practice
College values and behaviours:
Evidence of being able to demonstrate our college values in action:
Kindness
Unity
Excellence
Please take a look at our website for more information on our values.Training:The broad purpose of the occupation is to carry out accounting and finance tasks. These tasks support the creation of items such as financial statements and other data. Their work is carried out under supervision following set procedures for most tasks. Such tasks may include financial data entry, reconciling figures, trial balances, double-entry bookkeeping, handling accounts payable and receivable. The accounts or finance assistant is responsible for assisting accountants with routine duties. These can vary depending on the team structure and size of business. They use digital finance and accounting systems and tools to collate and enter data.
An accounts or finance assistant’s work would include tasks such as financial and accounting data entry and basic bookkeeping duties. They will also work with sales or purchase ledgers. They will run calculations to ensure that records and payments are correct and may be involved in the recording of cash transactions.
All Accounts/Finance Assistants will gather work-based evidence and attend classes to meet the required Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours.
We will be delivering the industry recognised AAT (Association of Accounting Technician) Certificate in Accounting Level 2 as part of this apprenticeship standard. This qualification comprises four mandatory units:
Introduction to Bookkeeping
Principles of Bookkeeping Controls
Principles of Costing
The Business Environment
The duration of the apprenticeship is 15-months; to allow confirmation of successful examination results/re-sits as well as completion of the required End Point Assessment.
The two End Point Assessment methods are:
Assessment method 1 - knowledge test - integrated
Assessment method 2 - interview: Structured interview (supported by a portfolio of evidence summary)
As part of your contract of employment completion of the Apprenticeship Training Programme forms part of your duties as well as helping your personal and professional development; the requirements to complete the programme are as follows:
Attend and be punctual for all induction session, lessons, work-based training/support sessions
Complete all required assignments by the required timeline.
Build up your portfolio of evidence on-going
Access support from tutor/assessor/manager as and when required
Training Outcome:Whilst there will be no guarantee of a substantive position with the college at the end of the period, the college will guide, support and encourage suitable apprentices to apply for appropriate vacancies as and when they arise.
The college has a very good record of supporting workers through in-house apprenticeships, and many apprentices have secured employment with the college beyond their apprenticeship.
There may be a full-time position for the candidate to apply for, subject to successful completion of the apprenticeship and employment targets.Employer Description:Our mission is creating opportunities, changing lives and this is at the heart of everything we do. The college has a common set of values for both students and staff: Kindness, Unity and Excellence, and they define how we behave and interact with each other. Kirklees College is a uniquely vocational college whose student community reflects the diversity of the local area. We offer inspirational teaching in industry standard, state-of-the-art facilities and ensure curriculum is developed with employers to enable students to progress. At Kirklees College we aim to foster an honest and compassionate approach to ourselves, our people and environment, develop a shared purpose across our community, and set a culture of high aspiration, expectation and success. We strive to be ahead of the curve in our approach to teaching and learning and be a first-choice provider for students and industry alike. With over 10,000 students on full-time and part-time courses, and apprenticeships, we provide seven bespoke centres across the Kirklees region, from two main centres based in Dewsbury and Huddersfield, and dedicated learning centres for Animal Care, Construction, Engineering, Process Manufacturing and Higher Education.Working Hours :Monday to Thursday - 8.30am until 5pm, Friday 8.30am until 4.30pm. Predominantly based at Waterfront Centre with requirement to travel to other sites.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Microsoft Office....Read more...
