Practice Assistant Apprentice (Salary £29,000) (Apprenticeship)
| Posting date: | 26 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.93 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 March 2026 |
| Location: | London, WC2A 3LH |
| Company: | GetMyFirstJob Ltd |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | 277364 |
Summary
Main Responsibilities:
Completing
document production through accurately typed work in accordance with house
style. Making effective use of the firm’s document management (DMS) and Client
Relationship Management (CRM) system, proof reading and assisting in the
production of e-bundles where required
Organisational and general administration support (e.g. printing,
photocopying, assisting with document witnessing when required, meeting
arrangements, etc.).
Having an awareness of Practice Assistants and fee earners'
workloads and assisting them to plan ahead, monitor critical dates on
matters and provide general support as required.
Assisting in client relationship and business development (BD) by
providing excellent client service, always presenting a positive image of
the firm and developing an understanding of and using CRM system to
effectively support fee earners’ BD efforts, including recording relevant
meetings as required.
Developing a high level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office
suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and the firm’s broader legal
IT systems including billing, CRM, DMS, and file management software.
Ensuring files are kept in good order and in accordance with the
department protocol for e-filing.
Supporting the team with file opening and working with other team
members to maintain regular file management, ensuring all files are closed
and archived, as appropriate, and a risk assessment having been
undertaken.
Developing a good knowledge and application of the firm's
procedures in billing (including bill narratives if required), client
covering letters, anti-money laundering, credit control, time recording, debt
management and expenses.
Supporting others in
the setup of conflict searches for review and seeking guidance where necessary.
Core Benefits:
Group Life Assurance (4X annual salary)
Group Income Protection (75% of salary minus state funded benefits)
EAP
Personal Pension (Firm contribution 5%)
PMI (funded by the firm and employee pays the marginal tax)
25 days holiday per holiday year
Flexible benefits:
Critical illness
Partner critical illness
Flex holiday (buying 5 days, selling 2)
Partner life assurance
Dental insurance
Cycle scheme
Travel insurance
Give as you earn
Taste card
Season Ticket Loan
Health Care Cash Plan
Health, wellbeing & financial benefits:
Wellbeing screenings (available
every 2 years)
Firm doctor (weekly appointments
funded by the firm)
In house counselling (3
appointments available)
Eye care vouchers
Mortgage advice clinics
(periodically throughout the year, funded by the firm)
Discounted gym membership
Discounts and vouchers platform
access
Farrer Day (in addition to the
bank holidays, the firm has the discretion to shut for an additional day each
year)
Volunteering day
The firm provides further
education and training, and we also have a range of sports teams.
Training
Business Administration Level 3 apprenticeship standard
Qualifications required
Working towards or have already obtained
good grades at Advanced Level (A-Level) or equivalent.
5 x GCSEs (including
English Language) at grades A* to C/Level 9 - 4.
Maths and English
qualifications to a high standard would be an advantage.
Skills required
Has excellent
timekeeping and prioritises work effectively.
Communicates in a positive and constructive manner.
Interacts in good faith and demonstrates effective
listening.
Recognises, respects and honours client
confidentiality at all times.
Prospects
This will be discussed with you during the interview stage of the recruitment process.
Qualification / Standard : ST0070 Business administrator
Duration 16 Months
Completing
document production through accurately typed work in accordance with house
style. Making effective use of the firm’s document management (DMS) and Client
Relationship Management (CRM) system, proof reading and assisting in the
production of e-bundles where required
Organisational and general administration support (e.g. printing,
photocopying, assisting with document witnessing when required, meeting
arrangements, etc.).
Having an awareness of Practice Assistants and fee earners'
workloads and assisting them to plan ahead, monitor critical dates on
matters and provide general support as required.
Assisting in client relationship and business development (BD) by
providing excellent client service, always presenting a positive image of
the firm and developing an understanding of and using CRM system to
effectively support fee earners’ BD efforts, including recording relevant
meetings as required.
Developing a high level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office
suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and the firm’s broader legal
IT systems including billing, CRM, DMS, and file management software.
Ensuring files are kept in good order and in accordance with the
department protocol for e-filing.
Supporting the team with file opening and working with other team
members to maintain regular file management, ensuring all files are closed
and archived, as appropriate, and a risk assessment having been
undertaken.
Developing a good knowledge and application of the firm's
procedures in billing (including bill narratives if required), client
covering letters, anti-money laundering, credit control, time recording, debt
management and expenses.
Supporting others in
the setup of conflict searches for review and seeking guidance where necessary.
Core Benefits:
Group Life Assurance (4X annual salary)
Group Income Protection (75% of salary minus state funded benefits)
EAP
Personal Pension (Firm contribution 5%)
PMI (funded by the firm and employee pays the marginal tax)
25 days holiday per holiday year
Flexible benefits:
Critical illness
Partner critical illness
Flex holiday (buying 5 days, selling 2)
Partner life assurance
Dental insurance
Cycle scheme
Travel insurance
Give as you earn
Taste card
Season Ticket Loan
Health Care Cash Plan
Health, wellbeing & financial benefits:
Wellbeing screenings (available
every 2 years)
Firm doctor (weekly appointments
funded by the firm)
In house counselling (3
appointments available)
Eye care vouchers
Mortgage advice clinics
(periodically throughout the year, funded by the firm)
Discounted gym membership
Discounts and vouchers platform
access
Farrer Day (in addition to the
bank holidays, the firm has the discretion to shut for an additional day each
year)
Volunteering day
The firm provides further
education and training, and we also have a range of sports teams.
Training
Business Administration Level 3 apprenticeship standard
Qualifications required
Working towards or have already obtained
good grades at Advanced Level (A-Level) or equivalent.
5 x GCSEs (including
English Language) at grades A* to C/Level 9 - 4.
Maths and English
qualifications to a high standard would be an advantage.
Skills required
Has excellent
timekeeping and prioritises work effectively.
Communicates in a positive and constructive manner.
Interacts in good faith and demonstrates effective
listening.
Recognises, respects and honours client
confidentiality at all times.
Prospects
This will be discussed with you during the interview stage of the recruitment process.
Qualification / Standard : ST0070 Business administrator
Duration 16 Months