Team Assistant (Apprenticeship)

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Team Assistant to provide essential administrative support in a vibrant Birmingham office. This role is crucial for ensuring smooth operations, and the ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, showcasing strong communication skills and attention to detail. With responsibilities ranging from managing files to assisting with seminars, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for growth and collaboration. Join a firm committed to diversity and inclusion, while enjoying benefits like a bonus scheme and private medical insurance after six months. If you're passionate about administrative excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Annual Bonus Scheme

GPP Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Discounted Gym Memberships

Free Cinema Tickets

Health Assessments

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide full administrative support to partners and fee earners.
• Manage filing and document management systems effectively.
• Assist with internal and external seminars.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Attention to Detail

Administrative Skills

Education

Previous Administrative Experience

Job description

Join Trowers and Hamlins as a Team Assistant in our Birmingham office. As a Team Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive administrative support to partners and fee earners, contributing to the firm's commitment to diversity, inclusion, and sustainable growth. This role is 100% office-based.

The Role

The Team Assistant will be responsible for a variety of tasks essential to the smooth operation of the firm:

1. Provide full administrative support to partners, fee earners, and PAs
2. Manage filing and file management, including opening and closing files
3. Assist at internal and external seminars
4. Produce and engross documents, and compile bibles of documents
5. Obtain official copy documents from local authorities and search providers
6. Use Land Registry Portal and other online search services
7. Maintain filing and document management systems
8. Assist with file archiving and retrieval services
9. Perform scanning, photocopying, and printing tasks
10. Support and cover for administrative staff and assist other departments as needed
11. Handle incoming/outgoing post duties and cover reception when required

The Candidate

The ideal Team Assistant will possess the following qualities and skills:

1. Passionate and flexible with a proactive attitude
2. Ability to work autonomously with minimum supervision
3. Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
5. Proficient in Microsoft Office
6. Previous administrative experience is desirable
7. Ability to handle and prioritise competing demands effectively
8. A dedicated team player with the ability to use initiative

Our benefits include an annual bonus scheme, GPP Pension Scheme with Aviva, Private Medical Insurance (currently with Vitality Health) after 6 months of employment, which includes discounted gym memberships, free cinema tickets, health assessments, and more.

Trowers & Hamlins is an equal opportunities employer and values equity, diversity, and inclusion. All applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role, regardless of ethnicity, gender (including trans and non-binary), race, disability, religion, or sexual orientation.

As part of our recruitment policy, candidates are subject to employment screening, including checks on personal details, education and employment history, professional qualifications, and credit and criminal checks as appropriate.