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Legal Support Team Apprentice

Farnworth Rose Limited · Nelson · posted 15 October 2026

Wage
£15,392 a year
Hours
37 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Business administrator (level 3)
Starts
16 November 2026
Closing date
9 November 2026
Positions
1

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Reception Duties:

  • Act as the first point of contact for clients and visitors in person, on the phone, and via email
  • Pass on detailed telephone messages
  • Greet clients and visitors professionally and ensure they are signed in and directed appropriately
  • Manage incoming and outgoing post, deliveries, and courier services

Client Onboarding:

  • Deal with the onboarding of new clients, ensuring all required documentation is issued, collected and verified
  • Prepare and send engagement letters in line with firm procedures
  • Support compliance processes including KYC (Know Your Client) ID Checks and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) checks
  • Update client records and systems with accurate information

Administrative Support:

  • Provide administrative support including filing, photocopying, scanning, and document management
  • Handle incoming and outgoing post daily, scanning this into the case management system
  • Assist with diary management, meeting scheduling, and room bookings
  • Raise invoices on client cases and send these to our cashier for posting
  • Any other administrative duties that are required of you

Training and Development:

  • Receive ongoing supervision and support from mentors and team leaders
  • Complete a Level 3 apprenticeship in Business Administration
  • Gain exposure to legal systems, procedures, and professional standards
  • Role and career progression opportunities

Your training

  • Day-release training will take place at Burnley College

Where it leads

  • Potential for full-time employment after sucessful completion of the apprenticeship

About Farnworth Rose Limited

Farnworth Rose Solicitors was established in 2007, by our founders, Richard Farnworth and Janet Lalor. Since then, we have been committed to offering expert advice that produced outstanding results for those we work with. 

Our team now comprises the best lawyers across our region, dedicated to delivering technical excellence across our legal service areas and putting the needs of our clients first.

Things to consider

The employer is looking for applicants who hold - 

  • A keen eye for detail
  • Ability to take responsibility for the work they are doing and the desire to do a good job.
  • Some previous administration experience is desirable.
  • Someone who has a passion for law.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsOrganisation skillsAdministrative skills

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4) — essential
  • GCSE English (grade 4) — essential

Where you'll work

  • 17 KENYON ROAD, BRIERFIELD, NELSON, BB9 5SP

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