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Application closing date: Sunday 23rd February 2025.Applications are now open for our Solicitor Law Degree Apprenticeship Program 2025.&nbsp;Napthens is proud to offer opportunities for aspiring lawyers through our Solicitor Degree Apprenticeship program.About the Program:Duration: A five-year course starting in September 2025.Qualifications: A law degree and the Solicitors Qualifying Exams (SQE).Work-Study Balance: Work four days a week at Napthens and one day a week attending University.Supportive Environment: A workplace mentor within a structured learning and development program.Benefits: Well above minimum apprenticeship salary plus company benefits to support your health and wellbeing.Location: Lancashire and Merseyside, Northwest England.Minimum Requirements: Five (5) GCSEs, including Maths and English at grade B, Level 6 (or equivalent).Three (3) A Levels all at grade B totalling 120 UCAS points (or equivalent).Why Choose Napthens?Diverse Pathways: We offer two apprenticeship programs—one for solicitors in partnership with the University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) and another focused-on paralegals with CILEX.Real-World Experience: Gain practical skills by working on real cases under the supervision of our partners.Career Growth: Our long-term commitment to encouraging socio-economic diversity ensures that you will be part of a forward-thinking law firm.Meet Amy: One of our talented apprentices, who joined Napthens after completing her A-levels. She chose the solicitor apprenticeship as an alternative to traditional university education. Amy’s journey exemplifies our dedication to investing in talent for future growth.Amy currently spends two days each week at our Southport and Liverpool offices. She devotes one day to studying at UCLAN. She also actively participates in the Lancashire Apprentice Ambassador Network, promoting apprenticeships and encouraging other young people to explore this rewarding path.Amy’s Perspective: “I am thoroughly enjoying my apprenticeship at Napthens. It is preparing me for a successful career post-qualification. Not only do I apply classroom knowledge, but I also learn from seasoned professionals around me.”How to Apply:Please attach and send the following information and cover letter.A copy of your CV outlining all your qualifications, grades, interests, experience of work, voluntary or paid employment.A cover letter answering the following questions:<ul><li>Why you want to pursue a career in law?</li><li>What drives your ambition to become a lawyer?</li><li>Why do you want to build your career at Napthens?</li><li>Why do you want to study, work, and learn 'earn and learn' rather than attend University full time?</li></ul>Assessment and Interview dates: April and May 2025.Start date: September 2025.

Solicitor Apprenticeship (school leaver) - September 2025 - Napthens

Applications close 16 February 2025At BDB Pitmans we value all routes to qualification, recognising your potential to carve out a successful career in law. With our six year Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship programme you can become a qualified solicitor by completing a law degree and passing the Solicitors Qualifying Exams, with BDB Pitmans covering all of your tuition and assessment fees.&nbsp;Because we work in small teams, you will benefit from collaborating alongside senior lawyers from the outset, earning a salary whilst gaining real-life legal experience across multiple practice areas. Our supportive, inclusive culture and genuine work-life balance provide opportunities to develop your technical skills, extend your legal knowledge and grow your client relationships, whilst providing you with enough time to dedicate to your apprenticeship studies.Apprenticeship programmeThroughout the six years of your apprenticeship, you will be working four days a week alongside our solicitors and partners based at our London office, gaining real-life legal experience as you rotate seats across our broad range of practice areas. One day a week will be spent studying for your law degree, an LLB in Legal Practice and Skills, and later your Solicitor Qualifying Exams (SQEs) awarded by the University of Law. This will include online and face-to-face teaching to give you both flexibility and the opportunity for social interaction with other solicitor apprentices in your cohort.What will the work experience look like?Over the six years, you will rotate seats annually, allowing you to explore a wide range of legal practice areas which could include:<ul><li>Charities</li><li>Corporate and Commercial</li><li>Family law</li><li>Employment</li><li>Planning, infrastructure and public law</li><li>Litigation</li><li>Private wealth</li><li>Real estate</li><li>Restructuring and insolvency</li></ul>In years five and six, although you will be paid a trainee salary, you will still keep to yearly rotations (rather than the usual 4x 6 monthly rotations that our trainees undertake). This is because we want you to be able to focus on your exams, rather than having to adjust to new departments and processes so regularly. In addition, you may spend some time working alongside some of our Business Services teams to develop your understanding of key processes in the business. Above all, we want you to succeed, and as such have thought carefully about how best we can support you along your apprenticeship journey.EligibilityYou will need to be on track to achieve, or have achieved, a minimum of CCC at A level (or equivalent) and have at least 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English and Maths.This opportunity is aimed at anyone without a degree including those who are currently in Year 13. You must also have the right to work in the UK.We understand that for some candidates, there may be extenuating circumstances. If you feel that this applies to you, please do let us know on your application form as we would not want to miss out on hearing from talented individuals who have not been able to demonstrate their full potential due to reasons outside of their control.We are keen to hear from all eligible applicants, so if you require any reasonable adjustments to make the application process more comfortable for you, or if you have any further questions please email <a href="mailto:solicitorapprentices@broadfield-law.com" target="_blank">solicitorapprentices@broadfield-law.com</a>.Salary and benefitsFor London apprentices, your starting salary will be £24,000 and you will receive regular increases as you progress through the programme. By your fifth year, your salary will match that of a graduate trainee solicitor.<ul><li>At least £150 towards getting you set up for working from home</li><li>Holiday: 25 days per year with the option to buy up to 5 days extra annual leave</li><li>You will also have access to a range of benefits to mention but a few:</li><li>Private medical care</li><li>Retail discounts</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Interest-free season ticket loan</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>One paid CSR day per year to support the causes that matter to you</li><li>Income protection</li><li>Life assurance</li></ul>What are we looking for?The legal sector is dynamic and fast-moving. Being a solicitor is a challenging but rewarding career, and we’re looking for the next generation of talented individuals who can make their mark by contributing to our firm’s success.The key skills and qualities we look out for are:<ul><li>Resilience and commitment</li><li>Organisational and communication skills</li><li>Attention to detail</li><li>Collaborative skills</li><li>Adaptability and the ability to take the initiative</li><li>Commercial curiosity</li><li>A positive attitude to learn and develop</li><li>Career motivation</li></ul>We do not expect you to have legal work experience! Remember, you will have gained transferable skills from across many areas of your life, whether that be academic, extracurricular, volunteering, caring or part time jobs to name but a few so do draw upon your experiences.Click apply to find out more about the application process and apply.

Solicitor Apprenticeship (school leaver) - September 2025 - BDB Pitmans

Application deadline: 31 March 2025Blacks Solicitors’ Apprenticeship Schemes gives you the chance to become a qualified Lawyer without incurring the costs associated with further education.Based in our Leeds office.Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeships.&nbsp; These take 6 years to complete, and are suitable for those with no prior legal education. Entry level is 128 UCAS points.Over the course of the Apprenticeship programme you will:<ul><li>Experience life in a variety of different teams</li><li>Gain valuable experience in an award-winning law firm</li><li>Be paid as you learn</li></ul>What our Apprentices have to say about Blacks’ Apprenticeship Scheme:Why choose an Apprenticeship with Blacks rather than go to university?<blockquote>“I already knew that I wanted to go into law and was originally planning to go to university to do a course other than law, but I realised that this would just prolong the process.&nbsp;I also realised that I didn’t really want to move away from home, and that I was ‘bored’ of the traditional education system; I felt ready to experience work.&nbsp;I also knew that at the end of the Apprenticeship, I would have much more experience than if I had gone through university.”“If I wasn’t at Blacks now, I would be studying law at university with the intention to qualify as a Solicitor. Whilst the academia is extremely important, the workplace requires an additional set of skills which are not currently taught in our education system. After six years, I will have the same qualifications as somebody who has followed the ‘traditional route’, yet will benefit from an extra four years of work experience, without £50,000+ of student debt.”</blockquote>How do you find your study/work life balance?<blockquote>“Both Blacks and BPP (the University)&nbsp;ensure that we balance our time between study, work and general life, and still have time to do the things that University students get to do.”</blockquote>Do you have a good support network?<blockquote>“The support network at Blacks and BPP is excellent; there is always someone to talk to. We have mentors in each team at Blacks, as well as our General Supervisor, and they always make time if we need to speak to them.At BPP, we have a Student Manager who we can contact if we need them, as well as an academic Tutor who we can contact if we need extra guidance.”“The support network is incredible. There are numerous people who I can talk to in work – my Supervisor, my Line Manager and a couple of other colleagues, and at BPP – my Tutor and my Student Manager.”</blockquote>Why would you recommend an Apprenticeship?<blockquote>“I would recommend an Apprenticeship because there is an opportunity to develop the general work-related skills that they can’t properly teach you at university.&nbsp;You do still get the academic side, if that is what you like, but it is broken up with practical, hands-on experience.”“If you aspire to be a Solicitor, the Apprenticeship makes perfect sense because after six years you will be qualified with no student debt, the same degree and an invaluable set of skills that most graduates do not have.”</blockquote>What is Blacks like to work for?<blockquote>“Blacks is a great firm to work for. I was extremely nervous at first, having never before worked full-time in an office, however everybody is friendly and easy to get on with. A number of people went out of their way to say hello and have a chat about the Scheme and Blacks. I even get a significant amount of contact with the Managing Partner, which I am told is quite rare in law firms.There are always opportunities to get to know colleagues and new people outside of work. I have played football for the firm and attended Christmas parties. However, further to the social aspect of the firm, I have enjoyed the work and feel comfortable in what I am doing.”</blockquote>If you would like to apply for Blacks’ Solicitor Apprenticeship Scheme please send your CV and covering letter to Ruth King (Head of HR) via email by 31 March 2025. Alternatively for more information about the Scheme please call 0113 207 0000.

Solicitor Apprenticeship (school leaver) - Blacks Solicitors

Deadline: 28 February 2025We encourage you to apply early, as we will start reviewing applications before the deadlineOur Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme is a career pathway for people seeking to qualify as a solicitor without having to attend university full-time.The programme lasts six years, during which time you will be working across a range of teams, whilst studying one-day a week with BPP University Law School.Throughout the six years, you will earn a competitive salary and we will also cover your entire tuition fees.Furthermore, you will receive guidance and feedback from your work-based supervisor, as well as ongoing support from a dedicated BPP Study Coach.At the end of the programme, you will obtain an LLB (Hons) law degree and the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (“SQE”), giving you the same qualifications as our trainee solicitors.Solicitor apprentices will spend their first 12 months based in business function teams – such as risk &amp; compliance, and knowledge. Here, you will develop your knowledge, gain transferable skills and broaden your understanding of how law firms operate.Over the following three years, you will have the opportunity to spend 12 months in several different practice areas including real estate, corporate, asset finance or dispute resolution. Throughout these rotations you will gain valuable experiences whilst developing your legal skills. Typical tasks include legal research, engaging with clients, assisting fee earners with tasks, document management and article writing.For the final two years, you’ll rotate practice groups every four months. At this point there will be an opportunity to spend four months based in one of our international offices.How to apply for the September 2025 intake.Are you eligible?Applicants will need to have achieved, or be predicted, at least ABB at A-Level (or equivalent) and GCSE Maths and English (grades 9 – 4). To help you prepare for the selection process please visit our ‘<a href="https://earlycareers.wfw.com/how-to-apply/what-we-look-for/" target="_blank">What We Look For</a>’ page.Stage 1 - ApplicationThe first stage of the selection process involves completing an online application form: where you will be asked to provide information about your education history and any work experience you may have. You do not require any legal work experience to apply.However, you may wish to complete our <a href="https://earlycareers.wfw.com/what-we-offer/virtual-work-experience/" target="_blank">Virtual Work Experience Programme</a> to discover more about the kinds of work you may be involved with and whether this interests you.As part of the application form, we will also ask you to outline your reasons for applying.Our online application form is now open and the deadline for submissions is Friday 28 February 2025. We encourage you to apply early, as we will start reviewing applications before the deadline.Stage 2 – Video InterviewIf your online application is successful we will invite you to a video interview. As part of this, you will be asked to record your answers to four questions on an online platform. This part of the assessment will further explore your motivation for applying and will also include some scenario-based questions.When the interview starts, four questions will appear on the screen one at a time. You will have 30 seconds to prepare your answer before recording starts. You then have 90 to 120 seconds to record your answer. Once this time elapses you will not be able to re-record.If you are successful at the video interview stage, we will invite you to attend an assessment day at our London office.Stage 3 - Assessment DayIf you are successful at the video interview stage, we will invite you to attend an assessment day at our London office. This assessment will involve a work-based scenario with the day designed to measure your analytical and problem-solving abilities, as well as your written, organisational and communication skills.You will be part of a small group of no more than eight candidates. Before exercises start, you will have the opportunity to meet your fellow candidates and throughout the day, members of our Early Careers team will assess your progress.Afterwards, you will be invited to take a tour of our office and see first-hand our collaborative working environment. You will also have the opportunity to talk with our current trainees and ask about their experience at WFW.Salary and benefitsYou will earn a starting salary of £26,000, which will be reviewed as you progress through the programme. When you join the firm, you will also receive a £500 payment to support with your transition into the workplace.You will also be entitled to an extensive range of employee benefits.You can find out some more information in our FAQs.For more information including FAQs and , click Apply.

Solicitor Apprenticeship (school leaver) - September 2025 - Watson Farley & Williams

Deadline: 28 February 2025Our solicitor apprenticeship in London offers a great opportunity to kick start your career in the legal profession.Hands-on experience at an international law firmOur solicitor apprenticeship offers you an exciting opportunity to work on deals with international clients while also studying and working towards a level 7 solicitor apprenticeship standard.What you'll be doingWe'll provide you with exciting opportunities to work on deals with international clients and you will also complete your studies at the same time.On the academic side you will gain lots of useful knowledge which you’ll be able to use in your everyday work. BPP Law School will teach the course through a combination of online and face-to-face learning and you’ll have one day a week to dedicate entirely to your studies.You’ll be part of a team of partners, associates, trainees and paralegals; you can expect to be helping our lawyers with a variety of tasks. You could find yourself working on anything from a high-profile, £multi-million financial litigation case to a ground-breaking M&amp;A deal. You could also spend time on secondment at a client’s office, absorbing a totally different business culture first-hand. &nbsp;We would also encourage you to take up one of our international secondment opportunities for our apprentices in our offices in Dubai, Hong Kong, Paris, Singapore and Seoul – it's an incredible chance to expand your horizons, experience new cultures and explore our global network.It will be a challenge but we’ll provide you with lots of support with a dedicated supervisor and buddy/mentor and lots of opportunities for training and development.Main responsibilitiesDuties may vary considerably according to the specialist area that the role is based within. However, tasks may involve: carrying out factual and legal research; assisting with the opening, progress and closing of files; reviewing documents; drafting forms and other legal documents; or handling confidential information.DevelopmentOurs is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Regular development reviews, both formal and informal, will identify your strengths, pinpoint areas for improvement and give you the chance to discuss your career objectives. At every stage, your supervisor will manage and guide your development. Ultimately, our people are our firm, so investing in your professional development is a priority. The better you perform, the better we will tooRewards and benefitsIn return for your hard work and dedication, you'll enjoy a wide range of rewards.As well as a starting salary of £30,000&nbsp;a year, you'll also receive a flexible package of benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs.We look for four key characteristics in our future apprentices:The ability to quickly assimilate a wealth of information and identify the main issues is critical. You’ll have an excellent academic record (ideally predicted at least&nbsp;ABB at A-level) and be able to make well-reasoned decisions and have meticulous attention to detail.Strong, productive relationships with colleagues as well as clients are vital to every area of our work and therefore interpersonal skills are paramount too. You need to be good at expressing yourself clearly and succinctly – both face-to-face and in writing – and you’ll know how to tailor your message to your audience, build rapport and be persuasive.Ambitious, driven and inquisitive, you’ll love a challenge and have the resilience needed to respond well to feedback and adapt to working in a changing environment. As someone who always keeps the end result firmly in mind and is enthusiastic even under pressure, you’ll be able to show us you know how to get a job not just done, but done brilliantly – to the very best of your ability.Lastly, you won’t be afraid to question and challenge, or to put forward practical solutions and ideas that are well thought through. We’re known for sound commercial judgement and our international outlook so you’ll need the potential to develop the same skills.For more information, click Apply.

Solicitor Apprenticeship (school leaver) - September 2025 - Stephenson Harwood

Deadline: 23 February 2025We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to develop to their full potential, which is why we have launched our 6 year Apprenticeship Programme in our London office. Whether university isn’t the right choice for you or you are keen to start working straight away, our Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme gives you to a great alternative route to qualify as a Solicitor.What will I be doing?You will work alongside and learn from some of the brightest minds in their field, helping to solve some of our clients' most complex legal and business problems while learning the academic and practical skills needed to excel as a lawyer. You will receive a high standard of training from us while studying one day per week.You’ll spend one day a week studying with BPP University, taking part in workshops and seminars and complete various assessments across the 6 years.&nbsp;What will I learn?<ul><li>Knowledge of core areas of the law, legal practice and regulation</li><li>Ethics, professionalism and judgement</li><li>How to progress legal matters and transactions</li><li>Methods of applying legal knowledge and commercial judgement to produce</li><li>solutions which meet clients’ needs</li><li>Deploying a full range of legal skills – including legal writing and drafting,</li><li>case analysis, legal research, advocacy and interviewing and advising</li><li>Commercial awareness</li></ul>You can read the full curriculum on the <a href="https://www.bpp.com/courses/law/apprenticeships/solicitor-apprenticeship" target="_blank">BBP Website - Solicitor Apprenticeship | Law | BPP</a>StructureApprentices at Norton Rose Fulbright are assigned to a Practice Group, a specific area of law in the business, for the duration of their apprenticeship. Whilst this means that apprentices do not rotate in the same manner as trainees, there are possible options for short-term secondments into different parts of the business.Secondments can include, but are not limited to:<ul><li>Pro Bono</li><li>Compliance</li><li>General Counsel</li></ul>We aim to be flexible and as a result of this, the available secondments might change year to year.What will I get paid?&nbsp;Build your career and become a qualified solicitor whilst working and earning. The starting salary will be £28,000, and will increase year on year matching with a graduate trainee solicitor salary by the fifth yearWhat qualifications will I get?<ul><li>Solicitor Level 7 Apprenticeship</li><li>LLB (Hons) Law and Legal Practice</li></ul>Where will I be based?All Solicitor Apprentices will be located in our London office.Who can apply?This programme is open to all final year school leavers who are completed, or who are completing, their A-Levels To be considered we require you to be on track to achieving AAB at A-Level (or equivalent), however we understand that a successful team only thrives with a diverse range of skills, therefore we are also interested to hear about your strengths and motivations, as well as your extra-curricular achievements.Application Process<ul><li>Upon submitting your online application form, you will be invited to complete a bespoke online test, a behaviour based gamification software, tailored to NRF.</li><li>If you meet the minimum benchmark for our online test, your application will be screened against our criteria and if successful you will be invited to conduct a Teams video interview with a member of the Early Careers team. Passing this, you will be invited to an in-person assessment centre.</li></ul>What does the assessment centre include?Our assessment centre includes three elements:<ul><li>Individual timed assessment – reviewing a case study and presenting your thoughts to an assessor</li><li>Group negotiation exercise</li><li>Partner interview</li></ul>For more information, click Apply.

Solicitor Apprenticeship (school leaver) - September 2025 - Norton Rose Fulbright

Deadline: 27 February 2025 for solicitor apprenticeship application, however, solicitor apprentice open day applications must be submitted by 9 January 2025.WHAT’S INVOLVEDA structured, six-year solicitor apprenticeship programme to help you reach your potential.You will have the chance to learn and work at the same time, building on the knowledge gained in your studies through having ‘hands on’ experience in a global, collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.You will be supported before the programme starts with a comprehensive onboarding and induction schedule.During the programme you will have:<ul><li>a dedicated supervisor in each seat,</li><li>a skills coach to support with your studies,</li><li>points of contact in the Early Careers team, and</li><li>seats in business services and legal teams.</li></ul>WHAT WE LOOK FORWe look for Solicitor Apprentices who are interested in a career in commercial law in an international law firm, who are pragmatic, motivated to work hard, to make the most of their studies and who are eager to learn from every opportunity.We also look for those who have an interest in our industry sectors, but you don’t need any technical knowledge of our sectors – we can teach you that.RECRUITMENT REQUIREMENTSTo apply to us, you should:<ul><li>Be a year 12 or year 13 student, due to complete their A-Level studies by Summer 2025.</li><li>Have seven GCSEs including Maths and English, or equivalent at Grade C/4 or above.</li><li>On track to, or have achieved BBB (120 UCAs tariff points) at A-Level, 32 IB points, or equivalent, although we will consider all applications as a whole, and we will also consider extenuating/mitigating circumstances.</li></ul>Please note, we are unable to accept applications from anyone who has commenced their second year of a university undergraduate degree.BENEFITS<ul><li>Solicitor Apprentices join on a salary of £25,700.</li><li>25 days of paid leave per year.</li><li>Flexible (optional) benefits including gym membership (Gymflex), cycle to work scheme, taste card, travel and home insurance, dental insurance, Give As you Earn.</li><li>Group life cover, personal accident insurance and income protection.</li><li>Option to apply for subsidised membership of a private medical insurance scheme through BUPA.</li><li>Onsite massages.</li><li>Contributory pension.</li><li>Optional season ticket loan.</li><li>Private GP scheme.</li><li>Tax free childcare scheme and parental transition coaching.</li></ul>HOW TO APPLY<ul><li>Complete an application form</li><li>Attend a virtual assessment centre</li><li>First round interviews with HR</li><li>Final round interviews with two of our lawyers</li></ul>Places are filled on a rolling basis so we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.For more information, click Apply.

Solicitor Apprenticeship (school leaver) - August/September 2025 - HFW

Deadline: 17 February 2025 at 23.59Expect to be inspired, to gain opportunity and to flourish on our solicitor apprenticeship programme.We will launch our first solicitor apprenticeships from September 2025, offering driven, curious and resilient solicitor apprentices the opportunity to kick-start their legal career with us. Over six years, you will study at one of the UK's leading law schools, BPP, alongside getting hands-on, commercial work experience to enhance your learning and to build the necessary skills to become a successful commercial solicitor.There are many benefits to the solicitor apprentice route. Apart from no student debt, you’ll be exposed to market-leading deals and disputes which will put your studies into context, giving you the opportunity to learn whilst you earn. Gradually, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge by being challenged with innovative work in a fast-paced environment, learning from leading lawyers at Freshfields and educators at BPP. You will help clients achieve their goals and will also make a positive impact through the firm’s array of pro bono work.You’ll also immerse yourself in our firm and see first-hand why our vibrant and inclusive culture is the key to our success. Whether that’s joining one of our diversity networks, or contributing to one of our many social clubs, there will be plenty of options for you to enjoy your working life in the city.Programme overviewYears one–four<ul><li>You can expect to rotate around our market-leading practice groups on annual seat rotations. You will have a dedicated supervisor and partner mentor within the team to help you manage your working day, as well as many other touchpoints in the knowledge teams and assistant and trainee populations.</li><li>You will work four days a week in our London office, with one day a week studying towards your Law LLB at BPP on their Waterloo campus.</li></ul>Years five–six<ul><li>You can expect to complete shorter rotations in our London practice groups, with the opportunity to go on a client or network secondment towards the end of year six.</li><li>You will continue your studies with BPP, focussing on the SQE content, but this time in a full-time study model, taking time out of work to focus on completing your SQE exams.</li></ul>Who are we looking for?We value diversity of thought and experience in our lawyers and this especially applies to those who are going to join us on our apprentice programme. However, here are some attributes that will help you succeed:<ul><li>Enthusiastic and driven to achieve<ul><li>Having enthusiasm and a willingness to do what it takes to meet a goal</li></ul></li><li>Agile and flexible learner<ul><li>You are curious about acquiring new knowledge or learning new skills and doing things in different ways</li></ul></li><li>Resilient and tenacious<ul><li>You have confidence in your abilities, but can adapt to new challenges as and when they arise</li></ul></li><li>Team orientated and people-focussed<ul><li>You enjoy working with others towards a common goal and are excited by working with a range of colleagues and clients</li></ul></li></ul>Salary and benefitsYou can expect a starting salary of £28,000, which will increase each year you progress through our programme. We also offer a £3,000 sign-on bonus to our successful solicitor apprentices who accept our offer to help with some of those starting out costs, whether that’s travel or housing. Alongside that, all your study fees with BPP will be paid meaning you will have no student debt.<ul><li>The firm offers 26 days holidays a year, as well as a range of lifestyle benefits, including private medical schemes and gym plans.</li></ul>Application process&nbsp;Our application process starts with our online application which will be made up of structured questions to help us understand why you are interested in a solicitor apprenticeship and in the business world more broadly. This will be followed by two psychometric tests. If you are successful through each of these stages, you will be invited to take part in our in-person assessment centre. This will be made up of four assessments with a theme that runs through the day. For those who are invited onto an assessment centre, there will be a pre-assessment centre insight day to give you the opportunity to learn more about the apprenticeship, the firm and what we are looking for. You will also have the opportunity to meet our early careers team and a range of our lawyers.<ul><li>Online application form</li><li>Online assessments, including the <a href="https://secure.getfeedback.net/v2/AUQJRVLKYQ" target="_blank">Watson Glaser Test</a></li><li>In-person assessment centre at our London office, comprised of:<ul><li>Written Test</li><li>Problem Solving Discussion with Associates</li><li>Group Exercise</li><li>Partner Interview</li></ul></li><li>If you have any questions about our application process or require any reasonable adjustments through the assessment process, please email us at <a href="mailto:ukearlycareers@freshfields.com" target="_blank">ukearlycareers@freshfields.com</a>.</li></ul>For more information, click Apply.

Solicitor Apprenticeship (school leaver) - September 2025 - Freshfields

Deadline: 19 February 2025Programme OverviewThe Farrer &amp; Co solicitor apprenticeship is a six-year level 7 programme.Our minimum academic requirements are an AAB at A-Level (or equivalent), but we will consider mitigating circumstances for academics below this. If you are currently in your final year so have not yet obtained your A-level grades, we would expect your predicted grade to match our requirement.This opportunity is only open to those without a degree and looking for an alternative to university.You will gain an LLB (Hons) in Legal Practice and will qualify as a solicitor. All of your tuition fees will be paid, and you will earn a salary whilst you are training and gaining your qualification.You will combine on-the-job training with guided, independent study and skills coaching. Four days a week will be spent working in one of our teams and one day will be allocated to study. You will work in our London office in a variety of departments including Commercial, Contentious, Private Client, Property and Business Services.Our current salary for our Solicitor apprentices start at £25,000 per annum. These figures are reviewed on an annual basis.All future apprentices at Farrer &amp; Co are also eligible to receive a Starting Work Bonus to assist with either relocation costs; travel costs; lunch costs; purchasing office attire ahead of receiving first salary payment.Thinking of relocating to London if you’re successful? Contact us to ask how we can help.Academic and competency training will be provided by The University of Law:<ul><li>Equips apprentices with a thorough understanding of the core legal subjects and combine them with an in-depth practical application.</li><li>A combination of work-based and online supervised study, together with practical and academic activities at ULaw campuses, will prepare apprentices to undertake the new Solicitors Qualifying Exam Parts 1 and 2 which entitles them to apply to the SRA to be admitted as solicitors at the end of the programme.</li><li>Apprentices will also complete ULaw assessments, providing them with the opportunity to be awarded an LLB in Legal Practice and Skills (Hons) from ULaw. As well as supporting the apprentices academically, ULaw will work closely with the employers to ensure skills and competencies in the workplace are developed and nurtured throughout the programme.</li></ul><a href="https://farrer-co.foleon.com/grad-rec/join-us-brochure/what-can-i-apply-for?overlay=Solicitor%20apprenticeships%20tips" target="_blank">Application tips</a><a href="https://farrer-co.foleon.com/grad-rec/join-us-brochure/what-can-i-apply-for?overlay=Sol%20App%20assess%20tips" target="_blank">Assessment tips</a><ul><li>Applications open: 1 November 2024</li><li>Application deadline: 19 February 2025</li><li>Virtual first interviews: March 2025</li><li>In-person assessment day: April 2025</li><li>Conditional offers made: May 2025</li><li>A-level results day: 14 August 2025</li><li>Start date: September 2025</li></ul>To find out more, click Apply.

Solicitor Apprenticeship (school leaver) - September 2025 - Farrer & Co

Deadline: 3 March 2025For too long, there have been barriers preventing smart, capable people from joining the legal profession just because of where they’re from. But at Trowers, we believe that the next generation of solicitors should be made up of brilliant thinkers, no matter their background. Our door has always been open to all outstanding talent, and now we’re implementing a new way to help us reaffirm this commitment.We couldn’t be more excited to offer our first-ever Solicitor Apprenticeship programme. The programme offers hands-on experience, expert mentorship, and a path to a law degree and qualification as a solicitor, empowering a new generation to excel within the legal profession.Our four UK offices — Birmingham, Exeter, London and Manchester — are each offering two spots for apprentices on the programme, which means you can start your career closer to home.The key dates for the application period and the commencement of the Solicitor Apprenticeship are:• Applications open: 1 October 2024• Applications close: 3 March 2025&nbsp;• Apprenticeship starts: September 2025The ProgrammeWe created a different route into our firm because we believe in making the legal profession an even playing field. One where success is not based on someone’s background, but on their unique perspectives, drive and work ethic.If you're considering a career in law but aren't sure where to start, or if you've just begun to explore the idea of becoming a solicitor, this opportunity is for you.&nbsp;During the first four years of the programme, you will complete your law degree. In the final two years, you will complete the Solicitors Qualifying Examination, all while being exposed to a wide variety of departments. You'll be involved in real work, collaborating closely with your colleagues at all levels and getting a feel for the welcoming and supportive Trowers &amp; Hamlins culture.Eligibility and selection criteriaNo matter what background our colleagues have come from, or what role they play within the firm, they have some important things in common.&nbsp;• Adaptable. We are proud of our abilities to change approach depending on the situation or environment we’re in.• Collaborative. We work with others to achieve targets and deliver results as a team.• Communicative. We always communicate with others in a clear and concise way.• A growth mindset. Our people are passionate about continuing to develop their knowledge and learning.• Solid judgement. It’s important that we can come to a conclusion or make a decision based on any information provided.• Responsible. We always take ownership over our tasks.• Resilience. It’s important that we’re able to withstand pressure and recover quickly if faced with a difficult situation.• Strong academics**We look for candidates who have achieved, or who are on track to achieve, a minimum of 128 UCAS points (ABB) from their top three A-Levels or equivalent, and a minimum of 6 GCSEs with a Grade 6/B or above in English and Mathematics. We take into account mitigating circumstances and do not automatically reject candidates who do not reach this minimum criteria.You are eligible to apply for our programme if you have either already completed your A-levels (or equivalent), or are on track to complete your A-levels (or equivalent), by summer 2025. This programme is not aimed at university graduates or undergraduates — please see the other programmes on our website if you are in this category.The application processStep 1 – Online application formThe application process begins with our online application form. You will be asked to provide details about your education, work experience/employment history and will be asked to answer a series of additional long-answer questions.&nbsp;Step 2 – Online strengths-based assessmentOnce you have submitted your application, you will be invited to complete an online strengths-based assessment which aims to consider your strengths alongside the role of a solicitor apprentice. You will have 7 calendar days from submitting your application to complete the online assessment – we would therefore encourage you to complete the assessment as soon as you are able to and we recommend that you do not leave completing the assessment to the final day, in case any technical issues arise. Please note, we are unable to reopen the assessment once the deadline has passed.&nbsp;Before completing the assessment, we would strongly recommend that you <a href="https://www.cappfinity.com/global/preparation-hub/" target="_blank">complete some practice assessments</a>. You will also receive this link in the email containing your invitation to complete the assessment, after submitting your online application.Although the assessment is not timed, we recommend that you allow up to 75 minutes to complete it.&nbsp;After you have completed the assessment, you will receive a feedback report. This is for your own personal development and does not represent a decision from us at this stage.Following on from this, we will consider your online assessment in conjunction with your application form. You will hear whether you have been successful after this initial stage once the vacancy deadline has passed, as we do not recruit on a rolling basis.Step 3 – Assessment CentreIf you are successful after the application and online assessment, the final stage will see you visiting an assessment centre in person. There, you'll undertake a maximum of three exercises, including an interview with our colleagues working at the office you applied to.Hiring the right solicitor apprentices is very important to us, so we will ask you a series of motivational, competency and strengths-based questions – some of which may focus on what you've told us in your application form. You'll have the chance to ask us some questions too, of course!&nbsp;Salary / BenefitsApprentices at Trowers &amp; Hamlins receive a competitive salary (salaries are reviewed annually) and benefits package, which includes five weeks' annual leave each year, pension scheme, interest-free season ticket loan and private medical insurance.Apprenticeship salaries currently:&nbsp;• Starting salary in our regional offices (Birmingham, Exeter and Manchester) = £23k&nbsp;• Starting salary in London = £26k&nbsp;To find out more, click Apply.

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