Paralegal apprenticeship

An amazing opportunity where as a paralegal apprentice will work as part of a strong team of lawyers, supporting a range of policy projects, market reviews and compliance work.

Description

The key responsibilities of the role will include:

• reviewing and assessing material gathered during investigations, reviews or policy projects using different methods to review and capture information in accordance with the requirements of the relevant legislation and policy;
• assisting in the creation of schedules of material in preparation for consultations, decisions and litigation;
• assisting the team in ensuring that case files and records are accurately and efficiently maintained, including document scheduling, archiving and retrieval in line with policy and procedures;
• drafting documents, including correspondence, memos and minutes;
• preparing materials for external counsel;
• supporting litigation readiness;
• supporting legislative review;
• supporting knowhow and information management;
• supporting with legal research;
• timely and accurate complex document preparation; and
• maintaining and promoting effective working relationships with colleagues in other business areas and with external bodies

As part of the apprentice programme you'll benefit from:

• having a varied and interesting workload, dealing with a wide range of people across the PSR and also build networks with FCA;
• building knowledge around disclosure, consultation, response, governance and decision-making requirements and practices;
• gaining an understanding of your department’s work and its important role in achieving the PSR’s goals;
• developing client management;
• developing skills in knowhow and training techniques;
• developing budgeting and costs management;
• developing paralegal skills to a high standard, to enhance and develop your legal analysis and judgement skills;
• being a valued member of a thriving and collaborative legal team; and
• wellbeing support and attention to your developmental needs.

Company benefits include:

• career and family leave;
• flexible working options;
• a minimum of 25 days’ holiday;
• a non-contributory pension;
• private healthcare;
• interest-free season ticket loans;
• a subsidised on-site fitness centre (London only);
• a subsidised restaurant;
• charity and volunteering initiatives;
• sports and social clubs;
• a reflection and multi-faith room; and
• free eye tests.