Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship (Court of Protection) (5928) in Manchester

We’re a national law firm with a local reach, here for life’s important moments – the ones you plan for and the ones you don’t expect. Our legal experts combine technical excellence with empathy, understanding, and a commitment to always put our clients first. We strive to create a welcoming, inclusive environment where individuality matters and people thrive. We are one of the largest national law firms in the UK and this role supports the Court of Protection Team, managing large medical negligence or Personal Injury damages awards to meet client needs. We help clients who are responsible for managing someone else’s affairs, those concerned about someone else’s ability to manage their affairs, and clients who may be concerned about their own ability to manage their affairs.

Paralegal apprentices support solicitors with the day-to-day management of the client files.

• Maintain accurate case records and update internal systems, assisting with the management of client finances under the supervision of the deputy, including paying invoices, purchasing equipment, setting up new bank accounts and standing orders, assisting with household utilities management, preparing spreadsheets, and taking notes during client meetings.
• Liaise with case managers and other fee earners regarding client issues that arise.
• Attend and contribute to team/practice area meetings and comply with directions/decisions to help the team achieve objectives.
• Become familiar with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and work with clients who may have suffered brain injury due to medical negligence or accidents.
• Keep up to date with changes in relevant law and practice and attend training when required.
• Communicate with clients, other firms of solicitors and third parties by telephone or in writing, including taking client instructions and providing case updates when appropriate.
• Achieve time recording and fee income targets to ensure profitable working.
• Ensure compliance with the firm’s policies and procedures.
• Conduct legal research as requested by team members.
• Complete relevant administration duties, including photocopying, scanning documents, amending documentation, filing, archiving and file maintenance.
• Predominantly office-based during the first 6 months of the apprenticeship to support learning within this division.

This is a 24‑month apprenticeship perfect for anyone who wants to gain hands-on legal experience at the UK’s largest full-service law firm. It is a great alternative to university, offering the chance to earn while you learn and to work towards the Level 3 paralegal apprenticeship to develop your career from day one.

The academic part of the apprenticeship is delivered by our apprenticeship training provider BPP via distance learning. The modules you study will link to the client service area in which you undertake your apprenticeship.

You’ll need 5 GCSEs at grade A* to C (or 9 to 4) including Maths and English. You’ll also need at least 3 A Levels (or equivalent) at Grade B or above to meet the minimum academic requirements for this apprenticeship. If you have a law degree, you are unable to apply for this apprenticeship; however you could apply for a Training Contract with us.

When you finish this apprenticeship, you will be a qualified paralegal in your area of practice, and you will also gain a Certificate of Higher Education (Law and Legal Practice).

• Starting salary of £24,479 (regional) or £26,936 in London for apprentices.
• 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays; option to buy up to 35 hours of extra holiday.
• Generous and flexible pension schemes.
• Volunteering days – two paid days per year for a cause of your choice.
• Westfield Health membership and Aviva Digital GP services.
• Well-being initiatives to support mental health in and out of the workplace.

• Best Workplaces for Wellbeing – Large Organisations 2024
• Great Place to Work – 5 years running
• Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025

• Disability Confident Level 3 Leader
• Colleague-led inclusion networks across the business

Programmes that reflect our purpose and values Commitment to social responsibility, community investment, and tackling climate change as part of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono.

As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group’s onboarding process, all successful applicants are required to complete the group’s employment screening process to confirm honesty and integrity, protect stakeholders, and determine eligibility to work in the UK. The process may include criminal record and financial checks with a credit reference agency, conducted in compliance with Data Protection and applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.