We have an exciting opportunity for someone looking to start their career as an Apprentice Administrative Assistant. Based in our Birmingham office, this role will give hands‑on experience in a professional services environment. You will be working alongside our Pensions team, a close‑knit group of highly regarded experts.

Responsibilities

• Typing letters, legal advice, attendance notes, and other legal documents, including from dictation.
• Diary management: arranging appointments, travel and schedules.
• File management: opening and closing matters, processing invoices and maintaining accurate records.
• Assisting with the organisation of business development events.
• Liaising with clients: taking messages and ensuring a professional, responsive service.

Other duties may include ad‑hoc tasks as requested.

About the team

Our Pensions team is recognised for its technical expertise and practical approach, working closely with lawyers and other professionals across the firm. We advise a diverse client base, including trustees, employers and pension scheme members, delivering clear, commercial advice.

About You

Applicants will need to have at least five GCSEs graded A*‑C/9‑4, or equivalent. No previous experience is required; full training and support will be provided.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time‑management skills, able to prioritise multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Good IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Excel and spreadsheets.

Benefits

We offer a competitive remuneration package, an annual bonus opportunity and a wide range of learning and development avenues via our Learn platform. Our My Flex rewards package includes annual leave, cycle‑to‑work, critical illness, employee assistance programmes and health‑care options. Perks at Work/Home provides a variety of retail benefits and a Community Online Academy with free courses.

Gateley Story

Gateley is a legal and professional services group committed to finding solutions for clients. We support more than 5,700 active clients across the UK and beyond. Our shared values—Ambitious for Success, Forward Thinking, Room to Breathe, Trusted to Do and Working Together—drive our culture and success.

Diversity, inclusion and well being

We are proud recipients of The Law Society’s gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and Stonewall Diversity Champions. We recruit talent from diverse backgrounds and offer flexible working to support work‑life balance.

Additional Information

Successful candidates will undergo pre‑employment screening checks covering eligibility to work, qualifications, criminal records, financial stability and references, tailored to the role.