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Rolling deadlineParalegal opportunitiesWe are growing and look to recruit Paralegals to join our legal teams from time to time. If you wish to make a speculative application, please submit your CV.You will experience a friendly and collegiate team atmosphere where agile working across core teams is encouraged and work life balance respected. As well as a raft of benefits, we offer hybrid working and our modern offices are based in the heart of Clerkenwell.About youYou will ideally have a 2.2 degree minimum (or equivalent). We are open to Law, LPC or BPTC graduates. Strong attention to detail, excellent time management skills, good communication skills and a high standard of client care are essential.Why Join usWe are a purpose driven organisation with an active social committee, Corporate Social responsibility committee, Equality and Diversity forum and Wellbeing Leadership Group. We have recently become a signatory to the Mindful Business Charter.It is central to our values that our teams reflect the diverse community around us and that everyone at Sharpe Pritchard can be themselves and bring their authentic selves to work. Achieving true equality, diversity and inclusion is a core aim and we very much welcome applications from all sections of our diverse community, irrespective of race or racial group, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, religion or belief, age or disability. We make reasonable adjustments within the recruitment process and upon joining the firm to support applicants of all abilities.What you will be getting in returnYou will work alongside a supportive, friendly and collaborative team.A generous bonus scheme is on offer alongside a competitive salary. We provide a generous benefits package that includes but is not limited to;Competitive remuneration package Generous holiday provision (starting at 28 days) including buy/sell annual leave scheme Flexible working Private Pension Private Medical Insurance Life assurance Income protection Smart health (including virtual GP service) Health and wellbeing app Individual learning and development and Business development budgets Enhanced parental leave for all parents Cycle to work scheme Season ticket loans Staff introduction bonus scheme Payment of professional memberships Employee Assistance programme Dress down Friday Regular team events including: Social committee events throughout the year Monthly all staff lunchesWe are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community irrespective of race or racial group, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age or disability.We make reasonable adjustments within the recruitment process and upon joining the firm to support applicants of all abilities.

Paralegals - Public Law - Sharpe Pritchard

Rolling application deadlineJob DescriptionWe are happy to accept applications from candidates looking for work as a Paralegal at any time. If we don’t currently have a vacancy, successful candidates will be added to our ‘Paralegal pool’ and contacted when a vacancy arises.Working as a paralegal at BP Collins is a great introduction to working within a law firm with exposure to a wide range of different matters and a supportive learning environment. It is the ideal opportunity to be considered for our training contract with the potential to lead to qualify as solicitors.Paralegals will work in one of our practice groups assisting the team with a range of tasks including:<ul><li>liaising with clients,</li><li>preparing documents,</li><li>drafting correspondence, and</li><li>organising meetings.</li></ul>Who we are looking for:The successful candidate will have completed a degree with minimum 2:1 and have a keen interest in pursuing a career in law. They will have a client-centred focus, excellent verbal and written communication skills, enjoy working in a team and be able to organise a busy workload.About usB P Collins is a multi-award-winning private client and business law firm based in the Thames valley. At the heart of our core values and people is a culture which is ambitious, diverse and forward-looking. We believe in striving to make our clients’ lives easier by delivering top-level advice in a timely and easy to understand way.What we offer<ul><li>Competitive remuneration and benefits package</li><li>Modern and welcoming working environment</li><li>An inclusive and open culture which focuses on teamwork and collaboration</li><li>Supportive leadership with structured career progression</li><li>Health and social initiatives integral to wellbeing and high performance</li></ul>B P Collins believes diversity brings benefits to our clients, our business and our people. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.

Paralegal - various - B P Collins

The closing date for applications is 30th March 2025.We are now accepting applications for our vacation scheme in 2025.The vacation scheme takes place in our offices in Gerrards Cross over five days between June and September. It provides a great way to get to know the firm and experience working in a regional law firm. It is also a good opportunity for us to get to know you and we regularly invite vacation scheme candidates to join our paralegal or training contract assessment process.Our programme offers students the opportunity to rotate between our six practice groups. During your week you will benefit from:<ul><li>introductions to each team</li><li>multiple networking opportunities with partners, associates, trainees and other representatives from across the firm</li><li>work shadowing with junior lawyers in each practice group, and</li><li>undertaking a mix of administration and paralegal/trainee tasks.</li></ul>Applicants must be studying or have studied for a law degree. &nbsp;To apply applicants should complete the online application form which includes a CV and cover letter. The cover letter should tell us about their grades at school/college and university, their hobbies and interests outside of work, why they’ve chosen a career in law and why they want to do a work placement at BP Collins.Successful candidates will be invited to attend an online interview with a member of the HR team and to complete a number of assessments.

Vacation Scheme - 2025 - B P Collins

Deadline 28 February 2025Trainee Solicitors at Trethowans get the best of both worlds: a firm with big clients and major ambitions, but also a tight-knit, supportive team who value each new staff member from day one.&nbsp;Every year, we look for bright, talented individuals to join our&nbsp;award-winningfirm as Trainee Solicitors. On average, we recruit 3 to 5 Trainees per year, and we warmly invite applications from those who have studied law, as well as those who have a non-law background. Our process means we generally recruit Trainees two years before they start with us, which means candidates have the comfort of knowing they have secured a training contract before they commit to further post-graduate studies.What are we looking for?We are not just looking for academic achievement when we recruit Trainees. Identifying candidates who have potential, who have the characteristics and drive we are looking for, and who are able to demonstrate the qualities we seek is of equal importance to us. Our culture is something we are very proud of as a Firm, and so we are looking for people who share similar values and aspirations as us. Our aim is to recruit Trainees who, upon qualification, wish to continue their career with Trethowans.Training contracts at TrethowansOur two-year training programme is usually divided into four six-month ‘seats’ with different teams. These will ideally take place in at least two of our five offices in Bournemouth, Poole, Salisbury, Southampton and Winchester. The seats available will depend on our growth objectives and business requirements, but we will always talk to you and try to accommodate your preferences wherever possible. &nbsp;Throughout the programme, you will work closely with your allocated supervisor to make sure you are getting the most from your training.We aim to give every Trainee a stimulating and challenging experience with plenty of direct client contact. From day one, you will play an active and important role in your team. We will expect hard work, enthusiasm and commitment – and, in return, we will offer lots of support and encouragement.When you join us, we strive to develop and advance your career from the outset. In fact, many of our Partners, Team Leaders and Solicitors were once Trainees at the firm. Our aim is to ensure that Trainees learn to apply the knowledge they have already gained academically on a practical basis.You will be challenged and given responsibility, but also have plenty of opportunities to have fun too. We hold various social events and activities throughout the year and our trainees often meet up as a group – with their own budget allocated to be able to socialise together.As a trainee, you will also receive a comprehensive benefits package, including 25 days of holiday, a bonus scheme, pension, income protection, and many other benefits.Trainees should expect to work from at least two of our five offices during the training programme.&nbsp;Ranked in The Legal 500 Future Lawyers student guide to the legal professionTrethowans is top ranked in four categories in The Legal 500 Future Lawyers&nbsp;student guide, out of 110 top UK law firms:<ul><li>Top 5 UK law firm for ‘Confidence of being kept on’</li><li>Top 10 UK law firm for ‘Overall job satisfaction’</li><li>Top 10 UK las firm for ‘Job Satisfaction’</li><li>Top 20 UK law firm for ‘Sustainability’</li></ul>Application ProcessThis year we are recruiting two intakes of Trainees, to start in September 2026 and September 2027.To apply, please complete an application form and submit it by the closing date of February 28th 2025.Applications will then be shortlisted and successful applicants will be invited to attend a short online interview in March/April. If you are successful following your online interview, you will be invited to attend our Assessment Day which will be held at the end of June/early July 2025.

Training Contract - Sept 2026 & 2027 - Trethowans

Deadline 28.02.2025Our annual trainee intake is deliberately small, so we can really focus on turning you into Peters &amp; Peters specialists. That makes a difference. Over half of our partners were once trainees here too.<blockquote>I really enjoy the combination of a social working environment with high quality, interesting work. Everyone knows everyone and people get on well with each other, so the atmosphere is always really friendly and pleasant. The culture is balanced with compelling cases that rival that of magic circle firms. It’s the best of both worlds.</blockquote>Stefan Ansah, AssociateAs a Peters &amp; Peter’s trainee you will have the unique opportunity to carry out two dedicated litigation seats and a third distinct area of your choice through an external secondment.All trainees share an office with a partner or senior lawyer for maximum on-the-job learning. Each trainee is also allocated a mentor for support and advice, a supervisor for feedback and guidance, and a buddy to show you the ropes.Plus of course we offer comprehensive training, ongoing feedback and regular performance reviews.What we look forYou’ll need to be tenacious, driven and committed to a steep learning curve.In return you will benefit from early responsibility, plenty of support and high quality and stimulating work.As ours is very much a people business, candidates must demonstrate strong presentation and communication skills, as well as the ability to work well in teams.Applicants should be commercially aware and demonstrate a keen interest in our work. They will also be proactive, enthusiastic and have a sense of humour.We are looking for trainees with strong academic ability, who will be able to cope with complex legal issues and technical drafting. We recruit from a wide range of universities, taking both law and non-law graduates who have achieved a degree at 2.1 level or above.How to applyWe are now accepting applications for our Training Contract commencing in Autumn 2026 and 2027. The deadline for applications is Friday 28 February 2025.Peters &amp; Peters champions diversity and inclusiveness. If you need any adjustments to help you during the recruitment process please let us know.

Training Contract - 2026 & 2027 - Peters & Peters

Deadline: LBMW is a long-established law firm with modern values and skills.We represent clients across the world in a wide range of sectors including education, real estate, leisure, corporate, not for profit and faith. We advise institutions, state bodies, multinationals, SMEs, charities, family estates and private individuals.Deadline 28 February 2025.Our application process for the 2025 vacation scheme is now open and we are looking to recruit<ul><li>up to two trainees to commence their training contract in September 2025;</li><li>up to two trainees to commence their training contract in September 2026; and</li><li>up to three candidates to commence their training contract in September 2027.</li></ul>The deadline for applications is 28 February 2025.Our teams combine a wealth of experience from leading lawyers in their chosen field, with energy, enthusiasm and a personal commitment to help our clients achieve their goals. Our trainees have immediate exposure to a diverse range of work under supervision of an experienced lawyer in each department.What we offerThe recruitment of trainee solicitors and their retention post qualification play an important role in the growth of our firm.&nbsp; We will therefore continue to offer a two year long ‘training contract’ providing the opportunity for trainees to experience up to four seats from the following departments.<ul><li>Commercial real estate</li><li>Private client</li><li>Corporate</li><li>Commercial &amp; dispute resolution (including employment &amp; IP &amp; family)</li><li>Charities</li><li>Education &amp; ecclesiastical</li><li>Residential property</li></ul>Due to the nature of our programme we do anticipate that all candidates will complete a full two years with us. We therefore regret that we do not normally consider requests for time to count or QWE earned elsewhere for the purposes of our training contract.From the outset our trainees are given responsibility for their own files and immediate client contact. Working alongside a senior lawyer or Partner, trainees receive mentoring and support throughout their training contract.Our trainees play a pivotal role in small teams where expectations are high; because the teams are small, trainees are able to make a meaningful contribution both in each department seat and also within the firm as a whole.Our trainees participate in the marketing and business development of the firm and are encouraged to consider marketing initiatives for the department they work in and the firm as a whole.There are also plenty of opportunities to socialise with your colleagues in and outside of the office and we have an active social, sports and charity events calendar throughout the year.In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package we&nbsp;offer £10,000 towards course fees with further assistance discussed on a case by case basis.&nbsp;What we are looking for<ul><li>Degree standard: minimum 2:1.</li><li>Articulate individuals with excellent oral and written communication skills.</li><li>A real understanding and enthusiasm for what we do, how we do it and why we are different from our competitors.</li></ul>We welcome applications from law and non-law students. Where your undergraduate degree is a non-law degree we will generally expect you to have undertaken a year-long law conversion course or equivalent.To be eligible to apply for a place on our Vacation Scheme you must be a final year non-law student, or a&nbsp;penultimate or final year law student or have completed your studies.Successful completion of the LPC or the SQE 1 &amp; 2, will be a condition of beginning your training contract with us.Recruitment processShould you be interested in undertaking a training contract with us you have the opportunity to first apply for one of our Vacation Schemes giving you first-hand experience of what it is like to work at LBMW. Our Vacation Schemes form an integral part of our trainee recruitment process and in almost all cases our trainee solicitors will have undertaken a Vacation Scheme with us.We intend to run the 2025 Vacation Scheme from 23 to 25 June 2025 (inclusive).The Vacation Scheme programme gives candidates a real insight into the firm and the role of a trainee. &nbsp;You will spend three days with us undertaking&nbsp;a variety of work experience assignments within our&nbsp;departments. The programme also includes group presentations, a mock trial exercise and after work social events. You will be paid £200 for the three&nbsp;days that you are with us.&nbsp;Our application process for the 2025 vacation scheme is now open and we are looking to recruit<ul><li>up to two trainees to commence their training contract in September 2025;</li><li>up to two trainees to commence their training contract in September 2026; and</li><li>up to three candidates to commence their training contract in September 2027.</li></ul>The deadline for applications is 28 February 2025.Then what?We keep in touch with our future trainees who have been offered a training contract – prior to joining, future trainees are invited to various social events allowing us to get to know them better, and vice versa, in a relaxed and informal setting.We invest heavily in our trainees and aim to retain them on qualification where possible. A good number of our partners were once trainees with the firm.Final tipA training contract lasting 2 years will be demanding, professionally rewarding but we also hope it will be fun. It is important that we find the right fit for the firm, and&nbsp; just as importantly, you find the right firm for you: so tell us about you, we want to know who you are, what interests you and why you are interested in us – think beyond "what do they want me to say/how can I impress them?".&nbsp; We have a great many applications; you need to consider why yours should be the one we choose.Good luck

Vacation scheme / Training Contract - 2025-2027 - LBMW

Deadline: vacation scheme 31 December 2024/training contract 30 April 2025Applications are now open for our summer vacation scheme taking place in June 2025 and training contracts commencing September 2027.Key dates for the forthcoming years application process are:<ul><li>Summer vacation scheme application deadline: 31 December 2024 Summer vacation scheme interviews: w/c 17 February 2025 Summer vacation scheme: 16 – 20 June 2025 &nbsp;</li><li>Training contract only application deadline: 30 April 2025 Training contract only, first stage interviews: w/c 30 June 2025 Training contract only, second stage assessment day: w/c 7 July 2025</li></ul>People are the key to our success. With our graduate trainee solicitor recruitment scheme we are looking for our partners of the future.Gordons takes on up to four graduate trainee solicitors each year. Successful candidates benefit from close supervision working alongside experienced lawyers.We expect our trainees to get involved in client work straight away and to make valuable contributions to the firm and our success. We also often have opportunities for future trainees to join us as paralegals before their training so that they can really hit the ground running. Gordons trainees can expect training and support from across the firm throughout.There is always fierce competition for our graduate trainee solicitor places. Although we do look for academic achievement, we also place strong emphasis on character and are looking for people with a great attitude who can forge their career with us.The training contract lasts two years, during which you will complete four six-month spells learning different specialisms including:<ul><li>Commercial Property</li><li>Corporate / Commercial</li><li>Dispute Resolution</li><li>Employment</li><li>Private Client</li><li>Property Disputes</li></ul>As well as a competitive salary, our trainees are entitled to:<ul><li>25 days holiday per year, plus statutory holidays</li><li>A group personal pension</li><li>Life assurance of 3 x salary death in service benefit</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme providing information and advice on health and well being topics, as well as 24 hour access to a counselling service</li><li>Interest free season ticket loan for travel</li><li>Colleague hub hosting staff benefits, a wellbeing centre, reward and recognition as well as a SmartSpending discounts app with exclusive member offers.</li><li>Membership to the local Junior Lawyer Division, a social and educational network connecting junior lawyers in the region</li><li>Sponsorship towards future SQE studies</li></ul>Apply now!

Vacation scheme/Training Contract - 2025/2027 - Gordons LLP

Deadline: 9 February 2025We offer up to 16 places on our Summer Vacation Scheme which takes place throughout June - July and have 3 training contract vacancies for 2026.At present, we recruit all our trainees from participants in our Summer Vacation Scheme.Kick start your legal career at Marriott Harrison, where you will be provided with the space to thrive, connect and succeed. You will become part of the team from day one and learn from the very best in the business.Given the firm’s size and structure, it’s important that you are a team player who likes being a part of and collaborating, in a team. Our people are key to our business and while we have different specialities across the firm, we all work towards a common goal - making positive contributions to our clients’ and the firm’s business and culture.We want you to grow and develop. Because you will start on real-life work from day one, we understand you will make mistakes, but you won’t be working alone and we see mistakes as opportunities for you to learn and develop. We will provide you with the tools, skills and experiences you need to become an excellent lawyer. In exchange, we look to our people to help our clients realise their ambitions to grow successful businesses.We actively seek and have built a team that brings a diversity of perspective. With wide and varied interests, they all share some key characteristics, which we also seek in you:<ul><li>Driven with a strong academic background (2:1 degree or above)</li><li>Self-motivated, and responsibility for outcomes</li><li>Focused on client service and delivery</li><li>Collaborative and active team player</li><li>Curious and always wanting to learn more</li><li>An international outlook</li></ul>We will support you to complete your Professional Skills Course during your training contract and encourage you through ample opportunity to attend seminars, presentations and client relationship-building events all of which will widen and deepen your personal and professional development.You will have the full support of colleagues all across the firm, both formally and informally, to encourage and develop you in a wide variety of legal, social and client development.ApplyingBefore hitting that all important ‘submit’ button, we have outlined a few tips and tricks below to help set you up for success in your application:<ul><li>Double-check your application for errors and that you have completed each section fully.</li><li>Research the firm and know why you want to be a part of our team and how it aligns with what you are looking for.</li><li>Using AI is useful to get some tips for how you might answer each question, but do not copy and paste, it is easy to tell and will likely result in an unsuccessful application.</li><li>Think about ways in which you can distinguish yourself from other applicants. We see hundreds of applications so think about how you and your experience can set you apart.</li></ul>Our process for reviewing applications and offering a Summer Vacation Scheme is fairly easy. Once the deadline hits, CVs are reviewed blindly (to assist with removing any unconscious bias) by our core recruitment group. Once applications have closed, we prepare a shortlist. If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to our Assessment Centre which will take place on 19 - 20 March 2025. Following on from the Assessment Centre, candidates will be informed of the outcome towards the end of March.A few final points that are worth noting:We want to set you up for success throughout the recruitment process. If you have particular special circumstances that you would like us to take into consideration, please let us know on your application form, we are more than happy to accommodate your needs.Candidates participating in the Scheme will be paid £450 for the week. Travel costs will not be covered.Marriott Harrison has historically paid the LPC and SQE fees of successful applicants who are yet to start the LPC or SQE at the time they accept their offer.We only accept applications from candidates who will be in a position to commence a training contract in 2026.The trainee salary in 2026 will be £40,000 for the first year and £42,000 for the second year.If you are unsuccessful in your application and are not invited to the Assessment Centre, we unfortunately are unable to provide feedback or references due to the volume of applications we receive

Vacation scheme/Training Contract - 2025/6 - Marriott Harrison

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.

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