Paralegal Apprentice - Caernarfon, United Kingdom - Vacancy ID: 5324

Description

About the apprenticeship

Duties

There will be an emphasis on court work within this role by supporting lawyers in the field of children, adults and prosecution in the first place

•Complete routine legal research

•Submitting information in response to requests

•Assist with the initial review of legal documents

•Produce first drafts of legal documents and proofread documents

•Support lawyers and the bar of lawyers in court proceedings

•Develop basic legal knowledge and skills

•Develop practical skills such as using technology and commercial awareness

Additional information

LISTENING AND SPEAKING - INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
Able to maintain a fluent conversation on a number of various everyday subjects,and discuss cases involving the field of work.
Able to follow a discussion in Welsh, in Clear Welsh, on familiar matters relating to the post. Able to contribute to the conversation and answer questions.

READING AND COMPREHENSION - INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
Understand everyday correspondence on familiar issues at work.
Understand longer reports in Clear Welsh and be able to pick up the main points. (help may be required with the vocabulary).

WRITING - INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
Able to write letters for a specific purpose, e-mails and short reports in Welsh and English, using vocabulary and simple phrases that are familiar to the field of work. (They will need to be checked before being sent out).

Requirements

Qualifications

Qualified to at least level 2 meeting the following requirements:

Either

4 GCSEs grade D or above (grade C or above in mathematics)
Level 2 vocational qualification (e.g. BTEC First Level 2 Diploma)
For your information, any combination of qualifications with an equivalent grade will be acceptableShow the appropriate behaviour and attitude

Be fair and able to treat others with respect
Be helpful and positive
Show commitment to work or project

Be responsible for carrying out the duties of an apprentice role to the highest level
Fulfil all required duties
Working as part of a team

Be able to work as part of a team
Contribute towards team meetings and communicate regularly and effectively with other team members
Communicating with confidence

Be able to communicate with confidence in Welsh and English
Be able to show the appropriate skills to communicate effectively with any audience
Commitment to learning

Commit to your development to fulfil your job and apprenticeship
Continuously identify and implement personal development needs
Understand what is required to work for the council

Understand the challenges that is facing the Council
Pursue opportunities to be creative
Ensure that the people of Gwynedd is central to everything that you do

Skills

Show the appropriate behaviour and attitude

Be fair and able to treat others with respect
Be helpful and positive
Show commitment to work or project

Be responsible for carrying out the duties of an apprentice role to the highest level
Fulfil all required duties
Working as part of a team

Be able to work as part of a team
Contribute towards team meetings and communicate regularly and effectively with other team members
Communicating with confidence

Be able to communicate with confidence in Welsh and English
Be able to show the appropriate skills to communicate effectively with any audience
Commitment to learning

Commit to your development to fulfil your job and apprenticeship
Continuously identify and implement personal development needs
Understand what is required to work for the council

Understand the challenges that is facing the Council
Pursue opportunities to be creative
Ensure that the people of Gwynedd is central to everything that you do

Welsh language

Welsh spoken skills: No

Welsh written skills: No

If you are interested in doing an apprenticeship through the medium of Welsh or bilingually, please contact the training provider to find out if it is available.

Training provided

Training provider

Cilex - Through University of Wales Trinitity St David's

Qualification

CILEX Paralegal

Disability confident

Is this employer disability confident: Yes

What is disability confident?

Disability confident employers are committed to offering equal opportunities for people with disabilities and health conditions.

Employer details

Cyngor Gwynedd

Cyngor Gwynedd
Stryd Y Jel
Caernarfon
LL55 1SH