Solicitor Apprenticeship - Bristol

About the role

Future Solicitor Apprenticeship ⚖️

Ready to kickstart an epic career in law? 🚀 Our Future Solicitor Apprenticeship is your fast track to becoming a qualified solicitor, packed with real-world experience and top-tier legal education.

What's the Deal?

• Years 1-2: Foundations & First Legal Steps
• First 6 Months: Dive into the heart of our operations! You'll experience life in a dynamic Business Services team, like HR or Governance & Risk. Get a feel for how the magic happens behind the scenes. ✨
• Next 18 Months: Transition into a buzzing legal team. Start in an administrative role and level up to a Paralegal position. You'll be learning the ropes and contributing from day one. 📈

• Years 3-4: Deep Dive & Responsibility
• Complete two distinct one-year placements in different legal teams. You'll continue as a Paralegal, but with growing responsibility and more challenging tasks. Become an integral part of the team. 💪

• Years 5-6: Training Contract Level & Specialization
• This phase mirrors our prestigious Training Contract programme. You'll complete four six-month placements, with *you* having more say in where you rotate. This is your chance to explore specific legal areas that spark your interest. 🎯
• By the end of this incredible journey, you'll be a fully qualified solicitor, equipped with diverse experience across a range of legal disciplines. 🎉

Your Weekly Grind (the good kind!):

• 4 Days a Week: On-the-job training! You'll be shadowing and working alongside experienced solicitors and legal professionals. Learn from the best! 🧑‍💼
• 1 Day a Week: Dedicated to your studies at the University of Law. Sharpen your theoretical knowledge and ace those exams. 📚

Apply now and shape your future! 🌟

Key responsibilities

• Work within Business Services teams (e.g., HR, Governance and Risk)
• Perform administrative tasks within a legal team
• Function as a Paralegal within various legal teams
• Complete structured rotations (seats) across different legal departments
• Collaborate with qualified lawyers and professionals while dedicating time to academic study

Entry requirements

GCSE in: (English (grade C/4), Maths (grade C/4)), A Level in: (No Specific Subject (grade C/4), No Specific Subject (grade C/4), No Specific Subject (grade C/4))