Legal Apprentice

Job Introduction

Legal Apprentice Location: Hybrid role with the expectation to work across Telford and Stafford

Salary: £10.58 per hour

Hours: 36 hours per week

Contract Type: Apprenticeship, 2 year fixed-term

We are now offering an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed Legal Apprentice to join our in-house legal team. This is a career-development role where you will gain hands-on experience, work alongside experienced legal professionals, and achieve a Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship.

What You’ll Do

You will be involved in a wide variety of legal work including:

• Litigation – assisting with debt recovery, possession claims, anti-social behaviour remedies, disrepair claims, lease enforcement, and compliance matters
• Conveyancing – supporting property sales, boundary dispute resolution, securitisation, registrations, commercial leases, and lease extensions
• Liability Claims – liaising with colleagues and claims handlers to gather evidence and respond to personal injury and property damage claims
• Tenancy Management – helping to draft tenancy agreements and respond to tenancy enquiries

You’ll also develop essential skills in file management, legal research, communication, and customer service.

What You’ll Gain

• On-the-job training with support from qualified legal professionals
• Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship
• Practical experience across litigation, conveyancing, tenancy law, and liability claims
• A welcoming and supportive team environment that values compassion, commitment, and collaboration

What we’re looking for

• 5 GCSEs including English and Maths (Grade 9–4 / A*–C)
• 3 A-Levels (Grades A*–D)
• Basic Microsoft Office (Word & Excel) skills
• Ability to compose simple emails and documents
• Basic record-keeping skills
• Clear communication skills (phone, email, Teams, and face-to-face)
• Ability to work well in a team
• Willingness to learn about the organisation and its services
• Awareness of Health & Safety, Confidentiality, and Data Protection (training provided)
• Professional and respectful manner
• Full UK driving licence or willingness to work towards obtaining one

We can offer you

A comprehensive induction programme with excellent learning opportunities; with mandatory and specialist training available. We can offer 25 days holiday (increasing with each year of service, up to a maximum of 30 days), bank holidays and three concessionary days over the Christmas period. We also offer the option to join our contributory pension scheme, access to a dedicated Employee Healthcare Portal, eye care vouchers and a cycle to work scheme. Please see our HPG Benefits page for more information.

We’re one of the West Midlands’ largest housing and care providers, with over 33,000 homes and a bold vision for the future. We create places people are proud to call home.

The way we work is shaped by three simple behaviours:

• Own it – make it happen
• Improve it - move things forward.
• Live it – show understanding and compassion

We’re building something special and need talented people to help lead the way. There’s never been a better time to join us and make a real difference.

Our Inclusive Culture

The Housing Plus Group is an inclusive employer committed to supporting all employees. We know that people perform better when they can be themselves, so creating a culture which is inclusive isn’t only the right thing to do, but is crucial to the success of any organisation. All of our employee networks make a positive contribution to how we are able to support all of our staff and includes networks such as our LGBTQ+ employee group, disability positive, heritage and culture and our allies’ network.

Kickstart your legal career with The Housing Plus Group – apply today and take the first step towards becoming a qualified paralegal.

How to apply

Apply now by submitting an up to date CV and the application form. If you have any queries, or require support, please contact us at ***email_hidden***

Due to the Apprenticeship level, we can only accept applications from those aged 18 and above

Closing date: 5th June

Interview date: 15th July

Applications may close early based on business requirements.

• Terms and Conditions are subject to review and may be amended from time to time, any changes to benefits advertised would be discussed during offer and onboarding.