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Work Experience: Administrator in the Administration Department

Work Experience Opportunity: Administrator (Administration Department)
Department: Administration
Location: North Leeds

Oakwood Solicitors, an award-winning firm in North Leeds, is offering a free work experience placement within our busy Administration and New Enquiries team.

This opportunity is designed for individuals who are looking to gain valuable first-hand experience in a professional office environment, develop essential workplace skills, and enhance their CVs at the start of their careers.

At Oakwood Solicitors, people matter. We pride ourselves on delivering a friendly, personal and confidential service, putting clients first and delivering traditional law in modern ways.

What You’ll Gain

During your placement, you will:

• Develop an understanding of administrative processes in a legal environment

• Gain experience in client care and communication skills

• Learn about data management and compliance with Data Protection

• Build confidence in handling professional telephone and reception duties

Example Tasks You May Be Involved In

• Carrying out data input

• Assisting with setting up new client files

• Supporting general administrative duties

• Covering a busy switchboard and directing calls appropriately

• Helping with internal and external post processes

• Assisting at reception to welcome clients and visitors

• Supporting health & safety and visitor sign-in processes

• Undertaking any other reasonable tasks to support the team

Key Skills You Will Develop

• Communication and literacy skills

• Organisation and time management

• Keyboard and IT accuracy

• Telephone confidence and professional manner

• Flexibility and self-motivation

Placement Details

• Duration: Flexible (to be agreed)

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00 (full-time or part-time considered)

• Remuneration: This is an unpaid opportunity.

This placement offers a supportive environment for learning and development, ideal for students, recent school leavers, or career changers seeking office experience.

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