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Job Title: Legal ApprenticeLocation: Sharston, Manchester M22 4SNSalary: £10.85 per hour in Year 1 (increasing annually)Job type: Full Time, Six Year Apprenticeship ProgrammeAbout Us:Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning, no win no fee law firm specialising exclusively in personal injury claims. Headquartered in Manchester, we support clients nationwide across all areas of personal injury, including employers' liability, serious injury, clinical negligence, occupiers' and public liability, road traffic accidents and industrial disease.We are ranked 64th in The Lawyer UK Top 200, out of more than 10,000 law firms nationwide, and after achieving a 20% year-on-year growth, Express Solicitors are the largest personal injury claimant firm in the UK.Our commitment to outstanding client care is reflected in our Trustpilot rating of 4.8 (Excellent), placing us among the highest-rated firms in the sector.Info on the Role:Start your legal career with one of the UK's leading law firms and qualify as a solicitor without going to university full-time.We're recruiting a number of Legal Apprentices to join us on 26 August 2026. As a Legal Apprentice, you'll earn a salary from day one while gaining real legal experience and studying towards solicitor qualification through our six-year apprenticeship programme.We deliver on progression:You'll begin your journey as a Legal Apprentice in our New Client Team, learning how personal injury claims work and developing key legal and client service skills.After your first year, and subject to performance, you'll progress into a Litigation Assistant role within one of our specialist departments. As your experience grows, you'll support solicitors on live cases before managing your own caseload and working towards qualification.We work hard and play hardLaw has always been seen as a challenging profession. Express Solicitors expect you to work hard for our clients. But we also love to have fun, with regular department socials, yearly Christmas parties (paid for by the business) and every other year a Summer social at the CEO's house paid for by James, himself.We also have lots of other regular activities, with weekly football and netball games, a running club and a board game night.About the Role:Duties include:Managing information on our case management systemCreating and maintaining client filesSpeaking with clients and gathering informationRecording correspondence accuratelyProviding administrative support to legal teamsAs a Legal Apprentice, you'll receive:One paid study day per weekSupport from a supervisor, tutor and peer mentorStructured training and clear progression opportunitiesSalary & Working Hours:£10.85 per hour in Year 1 (increasing annually)Working pattern for your first year:Our team work on a rotation of one week of early shifts then one week of late shifts.Early Shift: :30 - 16:30 on Friday)Late Shift: :00 - 19:30 on Friday)You will be required to work one weekend shift every third weekend, with a day off in lieu in the week, both of which will be fixed following initial training.Weekends/Bank Holidays 10:00-18:00Working hours after your first year:8:30 am to 5:30 pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30 am to 5 pm FridayBenefits:Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation.23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays.Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement.Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme.Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more.Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget.What are we looking for?Passionate about helping people and interested in lawAmbitious, hardworking and eager to learnStrong communication and attention to detailConfident using Microsoft Office3 A-Levels at Grade C or above (or equivalent)Recruitment Process:Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams.At Express Solicitors, we rate skill and ability above all else and therefore our recruitment policy encourages applications from all.Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application.Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Legal Executive, Legal Apprentice, Legal Apprenticeship, Law Apprentice, Paralegal, Trainee Solicitor, Junior Legal Advisor may also be considered for this role.

The OpportunityWe are looking for a motivated Logistics Apprentice to join our dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity to begin a career in Supply Chain operations while gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.What You’ll Be Doing• Supporting customer service activities, including order queries and delivery updates.• Assisting with front office operations such as goods receipt, sampling, dispatching of goods with use of Weighbridge and document preparation.• Helping plan logistics activities, book transport, and monitor shipments and traffic management• Ensuring safety compliance and following Health & Safety procedures.• Taking part in stock checks, cycle counts, and inventory investigations.• Preparing and maintaining accurate documentation and records.What We’re Looking For• Strong communication and teamwork skills.• Attention to detail and a willingness to learn.• Basic IT skills and a proactive mindset.• Interest in logistics, warehousing, or supply chain.What You’ll Receive• Fully funded apprenticeship programme and qualifications.• Mentoring and development from experienced logistics professionals.• Excellent career progression opportunities.• Supportive, inclusive, and safety-focused workplace culture.Salary & BenefitsCompetitive salary relevant to work experience33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)Generous Pension Scheme - employee 5%, employer 6%Life Assurance SchemeHealthcare scheme available after 6 months serviceFree on-site secure parkingLavazza coffee machines - free for staff usePasta club

CCL North Ltd is one of the UK’s leading specialists for IT asset disposal and WEEE recycling. From our 25,000sq ft facility in Irvine, we provide secure, environmentally safe and compliant recycling services to a broad range of business sectors.CCL North are currently recruiting for IT Apprentices for their branch in Irvine. The ideal candidate will have strong attention for detail, good organisation skills with an enthusiastic approach to work and a willingness to learn.Responsibilities:First response to tickets being raised, tickets will be requests to erase data from computers. This will be done using Certus software which you will be become a system expert onBooking goods and tracking stock using Microsoft 365 – ExcelPreparing and refurbishing computers to be sold onUploading information to the CCL e-commerce siteRecording and reporting information using Excel and SharepointDis-mantling computers and other electrical items such as tablets, mobile phones and televisions/monitorsSeparating parts safely for recyclingYou will bring these skills:Positive attitude towards workGood communication skillsA willingness to learnTakes initiativeWorks well as part of a team but also uses own initiativeInterested in the environment, technical and working with digital systemsIT skills - Microsoft Office SuiteWorking hours:Monday to Thursday 8:30am - 5pm, Friday 8:30am - 2:00pmBenefits:Opportunity to progress for the right personGreat environment in the workplaceOpportunity for additional trainingEarly finish on a FridayFuture prospects:90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average.Important information:This vocational apprenticeship comprehensively supports your specific job role with this particular employer. Throughout your learning journey, you are fully supported by your dedicated QA skills coach and your mentor at work. They ensure you settle in, help you develop all the skills you need to be successful in your job role and pass your assessments, and can provide one to one support.Starting with insights into your current potential, they plan your growth in a programmatic way, close skills gaps with immersive training and ensure what you learn is applicable to what you do. They talk you through the specifics on the qualifications you gain and how they align in particular to your day to day role.On completion, as well as the valuable work experience you have gained, you get a nationally recognised qualification at SCQF Level 6.If you are interested in starting your career and receiving a work based qualification at the same time APPLY NOW!Please be advised that this advert may close prior to the closing date stated above if a high number of applications are received. If you are interested in this vacancy please apply below as soon as possible.