Administration Apprentice London 18 month fixed term contract

Working as part of the secretarial team based within our London office in an administrative role, you will gain an understanding of the variety of tasks that are undertaken to support your colleagues in the secretarial team, and fee earners and partners across the practice group. We are looking for an individual who is keen to grow their knowledge and confidence whilst gaining an understanding of the numerous administrative tasks that are carried out in the team. With the support and mentoring of colleagues, you will develop your skills within the workplace with a view to progress your career within the secretarial team. This role is 5 days a week in the office as all tasks undertaken in this role are purely office based. To support your ongoing learning and development, you will undertake the Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship which is supported by our external training provider. We have created this opportunity for individuals who:

• have completed school education and would prefer to start their career;
• would like to leave College earlier than planned to start their career yet must remain in education to undertake a qualification;
Our newly created Administrator Apprenticeship Contract will give you the opportunity of gaining valuable on-the-job learning along with structured learning with a competitive salary. It is for a fixed period of 18 months. As an equal opportunities employer following that period you may be eligible to apply for other roles advertised in the business. During your apprenticeship you will become fully conversant in a variety of tasks which the wider team undertake. These tasks include but are not limited to:
• Scanning documents and filing them electronically, and in hard copy, for the relevant PA/Secretary or fee-earner
• Printing and photocopying documents as and when required by the relevant PA/Secretary or fee-earner
• A wide variety of general miscellaneous administrative tasks to include, but not limited to, matter closing, deeds scheduling, scanning of invoices and correspondence, creation of hard copy folders/files and maintenance of team library
• Delivery and collection of items from other Practice Groups or support departments
• Providing ad hoc support as required and undertaking tasks specific to your practice group area
  
  As a member of the team, you will be supported and mentored by experienced and knowledgeable colleagues. To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate:
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Ability to prioritise own workload with direction as required
• Ability to keep calm under pressure
• Good team player
• A "can-do" and flexible attitude
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good working knowledge of Outlook and Word
  
  CMS is a Future Facing firm with more than 80 offices in over 45 countries and 5,800+ lawyers worldwide. We combine deep local market understanding with a global perspective. We are passionate about building strong relationships with our clients, our people, and the communities we work in.
We take a bold, dynamic, and agile approach to ensure our clients are able to face the future with confidence. We are driven by emerging technologies such as generative AI and readily embrace the possibilities it opens up for developing new and better ways of working. Our aim is to inspire, impact and support our clients and our people, helping them to maximize their potential and thrive.

Apprenticeships form an integral role within our secretarial team, and we have an exciting opportunity for someone looking to continue their education whilst earning a competitive salary.,
• Competitive basic salary (reviewed annually)
• Generous bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days holiday (rising to 28 days with service)
• Holiday exchange scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced parental leave
• Reasonable adjustments and accommodation for disabled talent in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.