Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship Scheme at Duncan Lewis

Duncan Lewis invests significantly in training and development of its staff and it is the policy of the firm to ensure that all personnel are competent to perform all tasks for which they are responsible and are developed in a manner that is appropriate for a forward thinking professional practice.

Continuing with its existing comprehensive training and investment in people plan; Duncan Lewis an Apprenticeship Scheme to provide individual(s) an opportunity to work with our lawyers and assist them in their casework. This in turn will help the individual(s) become more employable by developing and refining key research, drafting and communication skills with guidance from the company to:

• Look for long-term work, including career advice and setting goals
• Draft/ review with their CV and interview preparations
• Develop their skills in the workplace

All individuals will undergo an Induction programme before they start their role at the company.

Application Criteria

This is a 6 month placement and in order to apply you need to meet the following:

• Aged between 16 years – 24 years
• In receipt of Universal Credit
• Demonstrate passion to help clients achieve legal redress/understand their legal options
• A good academic background with a willingness to learn and self-develop
• Good communications skills to work effectively with all types of people
• Good analytical and organisational skills and ability to use own initiative but know when to seek guidance
• Committed team player, self -motivated and professional
• Good IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills