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Legal Support Services Apprenticeship

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Legal
  • Belfast

AI generated summary

  • You need 5 GCSEs (including English, IT, Maths), teamwork skills, strong communication, eagerness to learn, problem-solving abilities, and a positive, determined attitude for a career in professional services.
  • You will process expenses, assist with billing, manage document creation and conversion, conduct research, maintain databases, create marketing materials, and ensure quality through proofreading.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English, IT and Maths grades 9-6 (A-C)
  • The ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Curiosity and flexibility
  • An eagerness to learn
  • Drive and determination for a career in professional services
  • Problem solving skills
  • A 'can do' attitude

Responsibilities

  • Process expenses and invoices ensuring that the correct charge codes are used and follow up action taken where appropriate.
  • Raise billing guides and assisting with the billing process.
  • Electronic filing.
  • Conduct research.
  • Create firmwide marketing communications and event invitations.
  • Upkeep and maintenance of the firms Interaction database including inputting business cards/data as appropriate.
  • Create and amend documents.
  • Troubleshoot problem documents.
  • Document conversion – PDF to Word.
  • Create tables, flowcharts and presentations to a high standard.
  • Proofread all work to ensure accuracy, correct layout etc.

FAQs

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Legal Support Services Apprenticeship?

You need a minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), including English, IT, and Maths with grades 9-6 (A-C).

Is prior experience required for this role?

No prior experience is required, but a willingness to learn and a positive attitude are essential.

What kind of training will I receive during the apprenticeship?

You will receive comprehensive training and development opportunities, including a thorough induction and bespoke training from our IT and People Development teams.

How does the recruitment process work?

We operate a strength-based recruitment process and assess candidates on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.

Is there an opportunity for career progression after completing the apprenticeship?

Yes, this apprenticeship offers a pathway to career growth through practical experience and learning opportunities.

What kind of support can I expect during the apprenticeship?

You can expect a supportive environment with mentorship from leaders and buddies who will guide and inspire your achievements.

Will I receive a qualification while on this apprenticeship?

Yes, you will complete a nationally recognised qualification with the firm’s chosen provider alongside your practical work experience.

What type of work will I be doing as a Legal Support Services Apprentice?

Your tasks will include processing expenses and invoices, electronic filing, conducting research, creating documents, and proofreading, among others.

Does Fieldfisher promote inclusiveness and diversity?

Yes, Fieldfisher is committed to promoting inclusiveness and diversity in the workplace and actively works towards improving the diversity of our staff.

What is the firm's approach to accessibility during the recruitment process?

Fieldfisher aims to remove accessibility barriers and maximize disability and neurodiversity inclusion. Applicants with accessibility requirements are encouraged to contact us for adjustments.

A law firm built around people

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1989
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Fieldfisher is an enterprising European law firm built around people. We have market-leading practices in our four key sectors of energy and natural resources, technology, financial services and life sciences. Fieldfisher helps clients keep pace with an unpredictable and continually evolving world, with a sector-diverse team of specialist dispute resolution lawyers on hand to assist with conflicts, whatever the size or subject matter. Our network spans over 1,500 people across 25 international offices, all of which offer clients highly commercial, pragmatic advice. We are based in Belgium, China, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Spain, the UK and the US. Fieldfisher was highly commended for its approach to legal services in the European FT Innovative Lawyers Awards 2019.

Culture & Values

  • Putting People First means colleagues, clients and communities at the forefront of all we do, wherever we are, whoever we are.

  • Embracing ESG means we collectively recognise our role in leaving things better than we found them.

  • Collaboration as the catalyst for success, means it is up to all of us to do the right thing, at the right time in the right way.

Benefits

  • Cycle to Work scheme

  • Dental insurance*

  • Discounted gym memberships

  • Employee assistance programme

  • Eye tests

  • Flu vaccination

  • Health cash plan*

  • Private medical insurance (incl. dependents)*