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PARIS SMITH LLP · South East · SO15 2AE

Apprenticeship Level 3 Business & Admin
Salary£18,350 yearly
LocationSouth East
PostcodeSO15 2AE
Start date2 Nov 2026
Apply by9 Oct 2026
QualificationBusiness administrator (level 3)
Training providerthe recalvi enterprise ltd
Job ID51935
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About the role

Job Title: Junior Legal Administrator 🚀

Are you ready to kickstart your career in the legal world? We're looking for an organized and proactive Junior Legal Administrator to join our dynamic team! This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • 🚀 Opening and closing client files.
  • ✅ Conducting essential conflict checks.
  • ⚖️ Ensuring compliance with ID and company verification procedures (Companies House, Experian).
  • 🎧 Mastering audio typing for accurate document creation.
  • 📄 Scanning and organizing important documents.
  • ✉️ Managing and responding to emails efficiently.
  • 📅 Coordinating appointments and managing diaries.
  • 🤝 Greeting clients at reception and assisting them over the phone.
  • 🔍 Navigating and utilizing the Land Registry portal for searches.
  • 💻 Working with various departmental forms, including Laser form.
  • ✍️ Drafting, typing, and amending precedent letters (e.g., Terms of Business, Letters of Authority).
  • 📦 Requesting deeds and documents from storage.
  • 📚 Formatting documents and reports, including automatic numbering.
  • மின்னஞ்சல் Setting up documents for electronic signing using DocuSign.

What We're Looking For:

  • A keen eye for detail and strong organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Proficiency in basic IT skills.
  • A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Key responsibilities

  • Opening and closing files
  • Conducting conflict and compliance checks
  • Attending to clients in reception and over the telephone
  • Typing, amending, formatting, and drafting documents and reports
  • Making appointments and coordinating diaries

Entry requirements

GCSE in: (English (grade A-C or equivalent), Maths (grade A-C or equivalent))