Apprentice Administration Assistant

We are looking for an efficient and methodical individual to provide general administrative support to the firm. This role would suit an enthusiastic and pro-active person, who is keen to learn and develop their administration experience in a top international law firm. You must also be available to attend an in-person assessment day on Thursday 16 July 2026. Please note this is a vocational apprenticeship position designed for candidates without a university degree therefore applicants with a bachelor's degree or higher qualification will NOT be eligible for this role. Areas of focus and responsibilities

• General administrative support to relevant division
• Assist with standard client file opening, conflict checks and related processes
• Assist with the monthly billing process, including producing billing guides and transferring time
• Preparing finance forms
• Preparing letters and enclosures ready for post, including couriers
• Photocopy, scan and print documents using the photocopiers/multi-functional devices (MFDs)
• Scan/e-file documents where required
• Assist with keeping e-files (and, occasionally, hard copy filing) up to date
• Data entry using the firm's client relationship management system, InterAction (i.e., entering details from business cards etc)
• Input information into Excel spreadsheets
• Assist other teams or support departments
• Any other ad hoc duties as required
  
  Good written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to manage self and prioritise workload effectively, with the ability to multi-task
• Organised and accurate with a high level of attention to detail
• Computer literate
• Flexible attitude, enthusiastic and self-motivated
• Commitment to support others
• Ability to use own initiative
• Excellent timekeeping
• Good work ethic
• Commitment to complete CILEX Level 3 Business Admin qualification
  
  The essentials
• Core working hours: 9:30am - 5:30pm
• Educated to GCSE standard (or equivalent), Maths and English (minimum)
• 12-week probation period
• 4 weeks' notice period
• Flexible benefit package
• Study day throughout the duration of the apprenticeship
About Withersworldwide For the past 125 years, we have supported some of the world's most remarkable individuals and organizations. What we do for them is exciting, because what they're doing is exciting. Our working environment is flexible and agile, which suits them and us. And our culture is highly collaborative. We work hard together, but always with humour and balance. We listen to ideas, and nurture talent and creativity. We have over 200 partners and offices in 17 locations across the US, Europe and Asia-Pacific. We're helping our clients to shape the future. Can we shape yours too?