Practice assistant apprentice

Farrer & Co LLP have an exciting opportunity for four Practice Assistant (PA) Apprentices to join their London office. In this role, you'll work towards your Level 3 Business Administration qualification.

Main responsibilities include:

• completing document production through accurately typed work in accordance with house style;
• making effective use of the firm’s document management (DMS) and Client Relationship Management (CRM) system, proof reading and assisting in the production of e-bundles where required;
• organisational and general administration support (eg, printing, photocopying, assisting with document witnessing when required, meeting arrangements, etc.);
• having an awareness of practice assistants and fee earners' workloads and assisting them to plan ahead, monitor critical dates on matters and provide general support as required;
• assisting in client relationship and business development (BD) by providing excellent client service, always presenting a positive image of the firm and developing an understanding of and using CRM system to effectively support fee earners’ BD efforts, including recording relevant meetings as required;
• developing a high level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and the firm’s broader legal IT systems including billing, CRM, DMS and file management software;
• ensuring files are kept in good order and in accordance with the department protocol for e-filing;
• supporting the team with file opening and working with other team members to maintain regular file management, ensuring all files are closed and archived, as appropriate, and a risk assessment having been undertaken;
• developing a good knowledge and application of the firm's procedures in billing (including bill narratives if required), client covering letters, anti-money laundering, credit control, time recording, debt management and expenses; and
• supporting others in the setup of conflict searches for review and seeking guidance where necessary.

Apply here.