Exeter Paralegal Apprentice

What you'll do

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start their career in law. Join Ashfords and get real experience whist you work towards a level 3 Paralegal qualification.

The role of Paralegal Apprentice provides essential support to one of our legal teams, whilst studying for your Paralegal qualification. This is a full time position for 24 months, with one day per week dedicated to your studies with BPP University.

From day one you'll have hands on experience, working alongside our fantastic lawyers. You'll have the opportunity to gain a unique insight into how a successful law firm operates, and delivers for its clients. If you're enthusiastic about a career in law, a Paralegal Apprenticeship gives a great head start, with the option on successful completion, to continue onto a Solicitor Apprenticeship.

This role comes with plenty of variety - you'll support fee earners with different legal matters and transactions, as well as preparing documents, assisting with client files and managing key deadlines.

Who you are

To be considered for this role you will have excellent communication and organisational skills, you'll have the ability to use your own initiative in a fast paced environment. You will be interested in pursuing further education whilst learning a variety of skills essential to a career in law.

We know you're at the very start of your career, so we don't expect you to have the 'full package' - what we are looking for is, potential.

Provided that you enjoy communicating with others, you're a good team player, you love nothing more than being organised and you're hungry to learn, we can help with the rest!

This Apprenticeship will be a challenge at times, so a 'can do', resilient attitude is a must. You'll need to be prepared to take ownership, prioritise your work and meet deadlines as required.

Your working hours will be 9am - 5.15pm, Monday - Friday. Whilst we do offer hybrid working, you'll need to be able to get into our office, in Exeter.

Why join Team Ashfords?

At Ashfords we have been supporting apprentices for a number of years and understand the challenges that come with transitioning from an educational setting to a professional environment. If you bring the motivation and the enthusiasm, we'll support you in your development every step of the way though our open and friendly approach.

Our goal? To help you realise your full potential as part of a forward-thinking team and business.

That's what sets us apart.

Our offer

We offer a range of benefits to support you at work and at home.

This includes a flexible working framework giving you the freedom to mix home and office working, extra annual leave for your birthday and the option to buy more holiday.

We have a comprehensive package to support physical and mental health including healthcare plans, an Employee Assistance programme and free access for you and up to five friends to the 'Calm' Mindfulness App.

You'll also have the chance to get involved in our responsible business programme, including fundraising initiatives through the Ashfords Foundation and bringing your energy to our environment or diversity groups.

Interested in this vacancy but not sure you match all the requirements?

At Ashfords, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We offer training and development opportunities to all of our people to help everyone reach their full potential. Even if your skills and experience aren't a perfect match, we'd still love to hear from you. If you're not the right candidate for this role, you could be the right candidate for other positions at Ashfords.

For an informal and confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Alison Board, Talent Attraction Assistant, on 01392 333 663.

Or apply now, and we will be in touch with you as soon as possible.

Closing date: Friday 5th April 2024.