About the apprenticeship
Duties
Client Communication: Handling client inquiries, updating clients and liaising with agents.
Diary Management: Organising and managing the schedules of solicitors and other legal staff.
Administrative Tasks: Performing various administrative duties, such as filing, document management and photocopying.
Supporting Legal Teams: Providing support to solicitors in their day-to-day work, such as preparing documents and managing files.
Legal Research: Conducting research on legal issues and preparing reports as needed.
Land Registry Applications: Preparing and lodging Land Registry applications.
Stamp Duty and Land Transaction Returns: Managing Stamp Duty Land Tax/Land Transaction returns.
Ordering Conveyancing Searches: Ordering necessary searches for conveyancing transactions.
Additional information
Role is fixed term for a period of 15 months. Permanent opportunities to be considered upon qualification.
Requirements
Qualifications
Minimum of A-Level or equivalent qualification level.Previous experience in an administration role is preferable.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work well under pressure and prioritise tasks.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and IT systems.
Ability to handle sensitive client information with confidentiality.
Strong level of literacy and numeracy.
Team player.
Skills
Previous experience in an administration role is preferable.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work well under pressure and prioritise tasks.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and IT systems.
Ability to handle sensitive client information with confidentiality.
Strong level of literacy and numeracy.
Team player.
Welsh language
Welsh spoken skills: No
Welsh written skills: No
If you are interested in doing an apprenticeship through the medium of Welsh or bilingually, please contact the training provider to find out if it is available.
Training provided
Training provider
Cardiff and Vale College
Qualification
Legal Administrator
Disability confident
Is this employer disability confident: No
What is disability confident?
Disability confident employers are committed to offering equal opportunities for people with disabilities and health conditions.
Employer details
Howells Solicitors
Howells Legal Ltd, Fitzalan House, Fitzalan Court
Fitzalan Road
Cardiff
CF24 0EL