Job Description
Description:Pump Court Chambers is one of the UK’s premier common law chambers, with deep strength in civil, criminal and family law. Based in London and focusing on the South and West, our breadth of expertise and collaborative approach enable us to provide clients with joined-up, practical solutions across multiple specialisms in law.Pump Court Chambers have a great history of taking on and supporting apprentices within business administration, so this is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking for career progression within an exciting, fast paced envrionment.The main duties of this apprenticeship include;Assisting the clerks and barristers Helping clerks to fulfil their duties and assisting in the smooth and efficient running of the Clerks room.Assisting the Barristers and helping them with their daily needs.Assisting Barrister when attending Court (Carrying of documentation & Books.) Handling post Receipt and Distribution of PostParcelling of post and DXDealing with post/franking machine including trips to the post office General office duties Processing of incoming and out going emails , scanned documents & faxesCollection and distribution of briefs and instructionsPhotocopying and filing of documentationAnswering telephonesBe the on call person/contact for telephone and IT issuesPaying in cheques at the bankEventually Mags/Pattison Law type billing plus assisting all other Clerks with any ad-hoc assistance (heavily supervised at least to begin with)Reception of clients and making of tea and coffeeOrdering and checking stock etc for Stationery (including hand towels)Ordering and checking stock for coffee, tea, sugar, water and biscuitsSet up/prep conference rooms Confidential wasteCollar CleaningGeneral tidiness of ChambersOrganise and facilitate strong room clear out and company to take away broken computers/chairs etc If they could organise for ad hoc repairs (electricians, plumbers – we have regular firms so would just be a call or email to arrange call out and then supervise call out) the external doors, that would be helpful. Requirements:Applicants should be literate and numerate. Grade C/4 and above in English Maths and IT are requiredSkills required:Communication skills, Organisation skills, Attention to detail, Logical,Training to be provided:Business Administration Level 3 StandardApprentices learn the skills they need on the job with the guidance of a development coach who is an expert from industry. You will finish your apprenticeship with a recognised qualification, valuable industry experience, money, and substantial opportunities for promotion.Training is a blended learning delivery model: online learning, classroom sessions, work-based training, independent research, workplace projects, one-to-one support and training. Your training will include:Information TechnologyRecord Document ProductionStakeholders and Stakeholder ManagementPoliciesBusiness FundamentalsPlanning and OrganisationRelevant RegulationProcessesEffective Project ManagementManaging PerformanceFor a full overview of the business administrator standard please click on the following link: Personal Qualities:Not ApplicableThings to consider:After successful completion of the apprenticeship the salary will be rising from £18,000 to £20,000Future prospects:Potential of full time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of their apprenticeship.