Responsible Business Apprentice (Level 4)

Gordons; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Gordons invites candidates to apply for the Responsible Business Apprentice role, an exciting opportunity within a leading international law firm. You will assist in delivering impactful projects while developing key skills in project management, stakeholder engagement, and data management. A supportive environment promotes your growth and offers competitive pay and benefits, tailored to nurture your career in responsible business.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Pension and Bonus schemes

Health & Wellbeing benefits

Cycle to work scheme

Gym allowance

Give As You Earn scheme

Season ticket travel loans

Railcards

Qualifications

• GCSEs including English and Maths at Grade 4 or above.
• A-levels or equivalent at grades C or above.

Responsibilities

• Support and coordinate volunteering days and work experience programmes.
• Administer social mobility initiatives and liaise with schools.
• Analyze and report data linked to responsible business activities.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above

3 A-levels at grades C or above

Job description

At Addleshaw Goddard, we offer a variety of career pathways within a major international law firm. You don't need to be a lawyer to thrive here - our inclusive and supportive environment is built for everyone to succeed. Be yourself and start your journey with us as aResponsible Business Apprentice.

ABOUT ADDLESHAW GODDARD

As a leading law firm, we work with thousands of organisations across more than 100 countries. We tackle complex challenges with innovative solutions, creating opportunities for our clients, colleagues, and communities. We're proud to have received numerous awards for our training, innovation, diversity equity & inclusion (DEI) initiatives and culture.

ABOUT THE TEAM

At Addleshaw Goddard, our responsible business team is at the heart of delivering our commitment to making a positive impact on our colleagues, community and the environment. We focus on driving meaningful change through our volunteering, charity and pro bono work, and DE&I programmes. The responsible business team currently has seven members, spread across each of our UK offices. Each team member is passionate about create a workplace that reflects our values, supports our people, and contributes to the communities we serve.

You can find more information about our responsible business strategy and work in our latestreport .

ROLE PURPOSE

The Responsible Business Administrator will support the delivery of Addleshaw Goddard's responsible business strategy. This role provides an exciting opportunity to work on meaningful projects which have a positive impact, while gaining valuable skills and experience through the Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Apprenticeship.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Own and deliver aspects of Addleshaw Goddard's responsible business strategy, including:

administering our social mobility and work experience programmes, liaising with schools and students;

coordinating volunteering days for colleagues and clients, liaising with external partners;

working closely with our internal employee DE&I networks to support them in running events and campaigns.

Create appropriate communications and contribute information and news for internal and external communication channels.

Collect, analyse and report data related to responsible business initiatives.

Respond to internal and external queries regarding responsible business activity.

Keep up to date with industry trends and developments in responsible business.

Provide ad hoc administrative support to the responsible business team.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE DEVELOPMENT

As part of the apprenticeship, the apprentice will develop the following skills and knowledge:

Understanding of different areas of responsible business practice and theory

Project management and planning

Stakeholder engagement and influence

Data management and reporting

Campaign and event management

Horizon scanning techniques

Crafting effective communications for different situations

Budget management

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR

There is no such thing as a 'typical' Addleshaw Goddard candidate. As a firm, we have always been shaped by different ways of looking at the world. We know our success depends on giving opportunities to people from the widest range of backgrounds, locations and perspectives.

Of course, there are some attributes we would like you to bring to this role (listed below). However, your personality and individuality matter just as much – we want you to be yourself and we will do our best to build your skillset.

A genuine passion and desire to develop and progress in responsible business.

Strong organisational and time management skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Minimum qualifications: 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English and Maths.

3 A-levels or equivalent at grades C or above.

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT

With Addleshaw Goddard, you can expect a supportive team culture, a flexible, friendly and state-of-the-art working environment, and an attractive salary and benefits package.

For the role ofResponsible Business Apprentice, we will reward you with a starting salary of £22,000 a year, with the potential for salary increments in your second year.

Core benefits include Life Assurance, Income Protection, Pension and Bonus schemes, with additional Health & Wellbeing benefits and services, plus many voluntary Lifestyle benefits, ranging from a cycle to work scheme, gym allowance and Give As You Earn scheme to season ticket travel loans and railcards.

Our early careers pathways are based on delivering the right training and development opportunities for you as an individual. Our dedicated early careers team is on hand with advice and assistance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of a person's sex, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, background or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to having a diverse team and actively encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and communities.

To do this effectively, we'd like to hear from you as soon as possible if there are things we can do to support you through the application or interview process – for example, providing you with additional time, organising appointments on particular days, or providing any accessibility support you may require accessing our resources or buildings. If you would like to discuss ways in which we can support you, please [e-mail]

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice will have gained valuable experience and skills to support a career in responsible business or related fields. Opportunities may include progression into a full-time role within the team or other business functions, subject to performance and business needs.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

The recruitment process is as follows:

Eligibility & Application Form

In-person Assessment Centre – 22nd or 29th July 2025 (subject to change)