Job Description

2023 Legal Apprenticeships within our Manchester office. We are offering an earn while you learn Apprenticeship with our training provider BPP University.

This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates who wish to pursue a legal career to explore the opportunities HF has to offer in our brand new office at Orange Tower, MediaCityUK.

What’s in it for you?

Do you have aspirations to qualify in Law? Want to avoid costly university tuition fees?

HF believes in the value of its people and has a strong reputation for developing and nurturing employees. Our legal departments are a great place to start building your legal experience and will provide you with a strong grounding to progress your career within HF ultimately, aiming towards Solicitor qualification.

HF’s Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship is delivered by BPP University who have been established for over 40 years developing legal professionals from paralegals through to solicitors. The two-year course will prepare you for life as a Solicitor and provide a direct pipeline to our Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship.

What will you be doing?

You will be assisting Solicitors and Fee Earners with files by producing standard documentation, updating the Firm’s database accordingly and directly communicating with third parties in a professional and effective manner.

You have the opportunity to deal with a caseload of files and assist other solicitors as and when required. You will ensure that clients are confident that their legal affairs are dealt with in a business-like and competent manner and to ensure the efficient operation of the firm.

You will undertake administrative duties to support the efficient running of the team. Here is a breakdown of what your journey will look like;

Administrative Responsibilities:
To undertake all administration duties as requested and be prepared to use a high degree of self-management and initiative.
Management and coordination of files and correspondence/documents.
To make and receive telephone calls so as to provide updates of information to relevant parties as required.
To prepare and process correspondence and documents through word processing.
To administer daily post and assist with daily filing of documentation on files.
To ensure that an effective filing system is maintained.
To assist with the dispatch of outgoing correspondence and enclosures.
Conducting legal research.

Progressing to providing support to solicitors as and when required including:

Assisting the solicitors/ fee earners with chasers and post
Updating information on our case management systems as requested
To undertake direct communication with third parties / clients on the telephone in a professional and effective manner
Providing first line support for client queries
Producing standard documentation
Any other duties which will assist the solicitors / fee earners.

Progression to assisting on all types of files:
To include issuing proceedings to recover insurer clients outlay, dealing with pre-litigation claims and MoJ work.
Drafting Legal documents
To assist with the dispatch of outgoing correspondence and enclosures.
To ensure the confidentiality and security of the firm’s and client documentation and information
To undertake any specific training when required to do so.

Progressing to file management:
Ensuring that all cases are dealt with in compliance with SRA and Law Society Practice Management Standards
To practice good file management
Ensure all important dates are diarised
Keep up to date with all correspondence relating to files
Comply with HF’s practices and procedure

After two years you will be a qualified Paralegal handling your own files with the opportunity to go and undertake the Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship to become a fully qualified Solicitor.

What do I need?

To be eligible to apply for a Level 3 Apprenticeship you will need 3 x A-levels at A*-C or equivalent qualifications.

We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate:
A keen interest in a career in the legal field as a Solicitor
Initiative
Strong attention to detail
Strong communication skills

Due to the requirements of the provider as the degree level is higher than the end point assessment, we are unable to accept applications from those who are degree educated.

To apply

Please submit your CV and complete our registration form by clicking ‘APPLY’ below.

Closing date for application is Friday 19th of May 2023

About the company

HF is one of the UK’s leading providers of legal and handling services to the general insurance sector. Established in 1969, the firm currently provides legal services to 12 of the UK’s 20 largest motor insurers in specialist areas such as counter fraud, large & complex injury, motor and casualty services, recoveries, costs and credit hire. Horwich Farrelly has recently expanded into the provision of commercial legal services and litigation providing solutions to a wide range of corporate and SME clients.

We are not your stereotypical corporate law firm. We offer flexible working and have a relaxed dress code - you can be yourself at work! We offer hybrid working and flexible working hours for all.

We continue to place a firm emphasis on investing in our people and promoting internally, from paying for professional subscriptions to offering extracurricular learning, we are always looking to invest and grow our people.

We’re always looking to recognise and reward our people for the work they do. Here are just a few of the benefits our employees have access to as part of our team:

25 days’ annual leave (in addition to public holidays), increasing to 30 days with service
Private healthcare provision
Company pension scheme
Enhanced parental leave
Cycle to Work scheme
Life insurance and income protection
Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP service
Season ticket loans
Flu vouchers
Bonus scheme
Perks at work scheme package

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