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Applications will be taken from 01 December 2024 – 31 March 2025We are very pleased to be able to offer one week of unpaid work experience to Year 10 + school/college and university students who wish to develop their skills within the legal industry and gain an insight into the workings of a large regional firm of solicitors.Every June &nbsp; &nbsp;5 x school / college students – Maidstone office1 x school / college student – Canterbury office1 x school / college student – Tenterden office(Ramsgate office by special request)Every July &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;5 x university students – Maidstone office1 x university student – Canterbury office1 x university student – Tenterden office(Ramsgate office by special request)Over a typical week, you could spend time in the following areas:<ul><li>Corporate / Commercial</li><li>Family</li><li>Tax and Estate Planning</li><li>Property (Residential and Commercial)</li><li>Dispute Resolution</li><li>Employment</li></ul>In each team you will be assigned a mentor who will provide you with tasks throughout the day and feedback on the assigned work.To apply you will need to provide an up-to–date CV and covering letter / email.

Work experience - 2025 - Whitehead Monckton

23 February 2025 – Applications closeAt Herbert Smith Freehills, we're committed to nurturing talent and ambition. Our Solicitor Apprenticeship programme offers a unique opportunity for those&nbsp;keen to further a career in law. The six-year programme, based in our London office, is designed to provide world-class training and ongoing development, all whilst earning a competitive salary. It provides the opportunity to gain qualifications, including a law degree and the Solicitor's Qualifying Examination (SQE), as well as benefit from hands-on experience in a leading international law firm, without having to follow the traditional university pathway. We're passionate about opening the door to a career in commercial law for talented individuals regardless of background. If you're ready to realise your full potential in a supportive, innovative and ambitious environment, our Solicitor Apprenticeship programme could be the perfect fit for you.How does the programme work?As a Solicitor Apprentice, you'll join our leading team and start your journey in the legal field. During the six-year programme, you'll spend time working on real work for real clients. You'll rotate through our different Practice Groups and expert teams, enabling you to gain valuable experience and develop a well-rounded understanding of the legal landscape.Your journey with us is designed to be a rich and rewarding experience, offering&nbsp;a unique opportunity to gain a broad range&nbsp;of experience by rotating through eight different seats over six years.&nbsp; In your first four years, you will rotate through four, 12-month seats, each offering a breadth of knowledge and&nbsp;unique perspective on our diverse practice areas. Initially, your work will resemble that of a junior paralegal, involving legal administrative tasks, document review&nbsp;and other similar level responsibilities. However, as you delve deeper into each seat, you'll find your skills and knowledge growing, your responsibilities expanding, and your confidence in your legal abilities strengthening. As you progress into your fifth and sixth years, you'll become a Senior Solicitor Apprentice and&nbsp;join&nbsp;our Trainee Associate Programme rotations. You will experience four different 6-month seats, providing you with a more in-depth understanding of our various practice areas. You'll also have the chance to engage in a client secondment, providing&nbsp;unique insights into our clients' businesses, whilst&nbsp;also helping you to&nbsp;broaden your professional network, and enhance your legal expertise from a different perspective.&nbsp;This structured progression ensures a comprehensive exposure to the dynamic world of law, helping to prepare you for a successful legal career with us.Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll be exposed to a diverse range of tasks that will give you a comprehensive understanding of the legal profession. This includes conducting legal and client research, critical skills that will help you understand the intricacies of cases and the specific needs of our clients.&nbsp; You'll also have the opportunity to attend meetings, where you'll take notes and gain first-hand insights into the cases you're working on. Summarising court judgments will be another part of your role, allowing you to distil complex legal information into clear, concise summaries.&nbsp;Reviewing documents will also be a regular task, helping you develop a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of legal documentation.&nbsp; This apprenticeship programme is more than just a learning experience - it's a launch pad for your legal career. You will be immersed in the practical aspects of the Law, which will equip you with the skills, knowledge and experience needed to thrive in your legal career.As you progress through the programme, you'll find yourself delving deeper into intricate legal concepts and principles. Your ability to analyse, interpret, and apply legal concepts will grow, enabling you to tackle more challenging tasks with confidence and proficiency. Your knowledge will continue to develop through a combination of academic studies and&nbsp;on-the-job learning. This blend of theory and practical experience ensures a well-rounded understanding of the legal landscape, preparing you for the dynamic and demanding nature of legal work. By the end of your first year, you'll find yourself ready to take on the responsibilities of a first seat trainee. This is a significant milestone in your legal journey, marking your transition from learning about the law to actively participating in real-world legal work.&nbsp;At Herbert Smith Freehills, we champion a balanced learning approach. As part of this, you'll dedicate one day each week focusing on&nbsp;your studies with BPP University. This day will be filled with engaging lessons and workshops, designed to equip you with the theoretical knowledge and critical thinking skills needed to excel in your degree.But your learning doesn't stop there. For the rest of the week, you'll be right here with us in our London office, immersing yourself in&nbsp;the practical aspects of the legal profession. During this time you will get&nbsp;to apply the concepts you've learned, gain hands-on experience, and develop the essential skills needed to thrive in the legal world. You'll work on real cases, interact with expert lawyers, and witness the law in action. It's a holistic approach that not only equips you with a solid theoretical foundation but also gives you hands-on experience&nbsp;of the real-world challenges and rewards of the legal profession.£28,000 starting salaryHard work deserves good pay. That’s why you’ll earn a competitive salary, which will increase as you progress on the programme.£3,000 sign-on bonusAs an apprentice, you'll receive a one-off payment of £3,000 once you accept our offer, to help with starting out costs.QualificationsAt the end of the six-year programme, you will have gained an LLB Hons (Law and Legal Practice) and qualification as a Solicitor in England &amp; Wales (SQE route). We will fund your tuition fees and you will also earn a competitive salary whilst undertaking your training. During the first four years, you will work towards your LLB and focus on the foundational principles of law, whilst developing your professional skills. In the final two years you will develop your knowledge of different areas of legal practice alongside professional skills while preparing to sit the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). Once you've completed the apprenticeship, you'll be able to apply for Newly Qualified Associate positions at the firm.Academic requirementsWe're looking for candidates who are on track to achieve a minimum of AAB at A-Level or equivalent UCAS points, along with 7 GCSEs at grade 6 or above, including Maths and English. However, we understand that everyone's journey is unique. We review each application individually and consider mitigating circumstances and contextual data which may have impacted your grades. Right to workTo become an apprentice, you must be 16 or over, and a UK citizen/someone who has right of residency in the UK.Inclusive recruitmentWe all benefit from a more inclusive Herbert Smith Freehills: different backgrounds and perspectives make us more innovative and collaborative in a diverse, global world. We're committed to making our recruitment process as inclusive and accessible as possible. If you'd like to discuss adjustments or have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our <a href="mailto:earlycareers.uk@hsf.com" target="_blank">Early Careers team</a>.&nbsp;Take a look at <a href="https://youtu.be/PnR0IufC88w" target="_blank">our video</a> to see how we can best support you through the process.Click apply to find out more.

Solicitor Apprenticeship (school leaver) - September 2025 - Herbert Smith Freehills

6 February 2025 – Applications closeForsters is a leading London law firm with practice areas from commercial real estate to private wealth and dispute resolution. Our lawyers’ engaged, approachable manner combined with the delivery of concise, clear and commercially-led advice is what helps us to develop long-term client relationships.At Forsters, we take happiness seriously! We offer a range of firm socials and clubs for you to dive into, including football, netball, running, rounders, yoga, run club, choir, and even a book club. We encourage you to immerse yourself into the full Forsters experience by joining our regular firm-wide and team-based events.We are also driven by what really matters, and you can also get involved with our Diversity and Inclusion (D&amp;I) committee and charity networks, which host fantastic events throughout the year. The firm also organises a lunch club that supports a local church by providing meals to those in need every Thursday.About the Solicitor ApprenticeshipEmbark on a six-year journey to solicitor success with Forsters’ Solicitor Apprenticeship – your exciting path to a rewarding legal career!Our apprenticeship programme is designed to expand your horizons, offering a unique opportunity to dive into a variety of practice areas. It’s the perfect choice for those who want to earn while they learn, discover their passions in a supportive environment, and gain invaluable experience from industry leaders.From day one, you’re more than just an apprentice – you’re a valued member of our team. You’ll work alongside experienced fee earners on real client matters, participate in team meetings, conduct research, assist with document preparation, maintain accurate records, and support the team through various stages of transactions. Plus, you’ll attend sessions and workshops to build your legal knowledge and skills, laying a strong foundation for your future.As you progress, we’ll give you the chance to take on more responsibility, helping you grow and develop into the lawyer you aspire to be. At Forsters, we’re not just shaping careers – we’re crafting the future of legal excellence.Eligibility: five 4s at GCSE and ABB at A-levelTraining provider: BPPYears one and two:In your first two years, you’ll settle into one department, giving you the chance to really get to know the work and the team. You’ll also spend six months with our Compliance team, offering you a unique perspective on the business and expanding your network across the firm.Years three and four:In years three and four, things get exciting as you start rotating annually through some of our key practice areas. You’ll explore departments like construction, commercial real estate, property litigation, and residential property, discovering where your passions lie.Years five and six:In your final two years, you’ll join our trainees in rotating through six different practice areas to experience a wide range of legal challenges.Your last rotation will bring you back to the department you’ve chosen as your qualifying seat, giving you the perfect opportunity to deepen your expertise and prepare for a successful transition into a newly qualified role.Interested in starting your journey with us? We’d love for you to join one of our open days or online events to learn more about us before you apply. Take this opportunity to get to know us, and we look forward to getting to know you better too!

Solicitor Apprenticeship (school leaver) - September 2025 - Forsters

14 February 2025 – Applications closeWe are very proud to offer an alternative route to qualification as a solicitor via our Solicitor Apprenticeships programme. This is a six-year, Level 7 programme for anyone who does not hold a degree level qualification, or school leavers at 18. At the end of the apprenticeship, you will qualify as a solicitor.This route gives you the opportunity to earn whilst you learn and get stuck into working straight away, avoiding university fees and developing your professional and legal skills.During our six-year programme, you’ll gain an LLM in Legal Practice through the University of Law, with your fees and assessment costs covered by us, and become a qualified solicitor.1 October 2024 – Applications open on our website22 January 2025 – Solicitor Apprenticeship Open Evening (register your interest <a href="https://forms.office.com/e/DKdZGh8xEy" target="_blank">here)</a>14 February 2025 – Applications closeMay 2025 – Assessments beginMay – June 2025 – Final interviews take place and offers go to successful candidatesSeptember 2025 – Solicitor Apprentices join the firmSolicitor Apprenticeship Programme StructureOur Solicitor Apprenticeship lasts for six years, at the end of which you will be a qualified solicitor with an LLM in Legal Practice from the University of Law (ULaw).You will combine four days per week of on-the-job learning at our office with one day per week of study at ULaw.We want you to get a thorough grounding in professional life, so you’ll experience working in a variety of our legal departments and business teams. The first year will establish a grounding in professional life with our Finance, Risk &amp; Compliance, Practice Management and Business Development teams. Years two, three and four will be one- year placements in different legal departments. In the final two years you will join our trainee cohort and rotate around further departments every six months.We will pay you during your apprenticeship, starting at least at the London Living Wage and rising to our trainee rate in your final year. We will also cover the course fees and give you study leave for your exams and assessments.AcademicsOur minimum academic requirements are ABB (or equivalent) at A Level and a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades 4-9 (A*-C). Please note that we do not&nbsp;require candidates to have completed an A Level in Law.Please be aware that we use the upReach Real Rating contextual recruitment tool to provide insight into the context in which you achieved your grades, and we also take mitigating circumstances into consideration. So, even if your A Level grades do not meet that threshold, you are still encouraged to make an application.Who is eligible to apply for a Solicitor Apprenticeship?The apprenticeship is exclusively for people who do not have a degree and do not intend to go to university.I’m not a school leaver. Can I still apply?Absolutely! We welcome applications from anyone who meets the criteria we have outlined above, and does not hold a degree.Will you cover the cost of my studies?Yes, we will pay your course and assessment fees directly to the University of Law.How often will I study?One day per week will be allocated to studying with ULaw. You will also receive study leave when assessments are approaching.What will I earn?Your salary will increase each year, as follows:<ul><li>Year 1: £27,400</li><li>Year 2: £29,000</li><li>Year 3: £32,000</li><li>Year 4: £35,000</li><li>Year 5: £41,000</li><li>Year 6: £45,000</li></ul>You will also have access to our fantastic range of benefits.Programme StructureYear One:&nbsp;Placements in our business teams (Finance, Risk and Compliance, and Business Development and Marketing).Year Two: Placement as a Knowledge Assistant or Paralegal, supporting one of our practice areas (Charity and Social Enterprise, Corporate and Commercial, Dispute Resolution, Employment, Immigration, Public and Regulatory, Real Estate).Year Three:&nbsp;Placement as a Knowledge Assistant or Paralegal, supporting one of our practice areas (Charity and Social Enterprise, Corporate and Commercial, Dispute Resolution, Employment, Immigration, Public and Regulatory, Real Estate).Year Four:&nbsp;Placement as a Knowledge Assistant or Paralegal, supporting one of our practice areas (Charity and Social Enterprise, Corporate and Commercial, Dispute Resolution, Employment, Immigration, Public and Regulatory, Real Estate)Year Five:&nbsp;Join our cohort of trainee solicitors in the regular seat rotation, spending six months as a trainee in one practice area and then rotating to another department.Year Six:&nbsp;Join our cohort of trainee solicitors in the regular seat rotation , spending six months as a trainee in one practice area and then rotating to a final department.End of Year Six:&nbsp;Qualify as a solicitor and apply for Newly Qualified positions.University of Law Course StructureCompleting your Solicitor Apprenticeship with ULaw will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of core legal subjects and how to apply them in practice. You will work on four days per week, and study on campus on the fifth. You will be able to take study leave when assessments and exams are approaching.The combination of work-based learning with us, and in-person study at ULaw’s Moorgate campus will prepare you to complete the new Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) and then to be admitted as a solicitor at the end of your apprenticeship.You will also complete assessments with ULaw which will enable you to qualify with an LLM in Legal practice at the end of your apprenticeship.The modules you’ll study over the course of your apprenticeship will be as follows:Year 1 – Common Law Method and Ethics, How the City Works, Tort Law, Contract Law, Legal Research Year 2 – Public Law, Criminal Law, Land Law, Legal Writing Year 3 – Equity &amp; Trusts, Real Estate, Business Law, Drafting Year 4 – Business Law 2, Criminal Litigation, Wills, Civil Dispute &amp; Matter Analysis Year 5 – SQE1 Preparation Year 6 – SQE2 Preparation, Mergers and Acquisitions, Public Companies/Banking, Business of LawClick Apply to find out more

Solicitor Apprenticeship (school leaver/non-graduate) - September 2025 - Bates Wells

Application deadline: 19 January 2025 @ 17.00We don’t believe you need to go to university to be an exceptional lawyer. We can train you.Over six years, you will receive an unparalleled foundation in how to develop a career as international lawyer. You will learn your craft inside this leading global law firm from day one, building your experience across a range of practice groups and working directly with trainees, supervisors and mentors to help you develop the critical skills to thrive in one of the most exciting industries. &nbsp;&nbsp;Alongside learning on the job, you will receive formal training and have protected study time to obtain your law degree as you complete the programme. You will be supported at every stage but we will challenge you to be your best. If you’re ready to step up, this is a unique chance to earn money as you train, forgo student debt and learn to be a lawyer from those who are the very best in their field.ou will spend your first four months in business services to give you an overview of how our firm works, familiarise yourself with working in an office environment and start building your network. You will then rotate through three-to-four fee-earning teams to understand the work we do in-depth and where you might want to specialise.&nbsp;You will have structured time to study throughout the programme, but after your fourth year you will take eight months out of the day-to-day business so you can focus on your SQE. After completing your SQE, you will spend six months in three separate teams, and potentially an international secondment. This mirrors our graduate trainees’ experience. After six years in total, you will qualify as a lawyer at the same level as a graduate trainee.&nbsp;This is a big jump from school or college and there is an extensive support network in place to help you. This includes two dedicated supervisors per team, regular catch ups with our Early Careers &amp; Development Manager, both Partner and a Trainee mentors, bi-monthly catch ups with the Professional Development Director, a dedicated skills trainer and a clear training plan. We want you to succeed and will make sure you have the right support to do so.Who can applyThe solicitor apprenticeship is a school leavers’ programme. You must have completed, or be in the process of completing, your A Levels or equivalent, and achieve a minimum AAB. We recruit nationally and the programme is based in London. We offer relocation support and you will receive £2,000 a sign-on bonus to help with any additional starting costs.&nbsp;What level of qualification will I receive at the end of the solicitor apprenticeship?You will have one allocated, protected study day per week. After your fourth year, you will take eight months out of the day-to-day business so you can focus on your SQE. During your studies you will gain a full LLB degree in law, as well as complete the SQE 1&amp;2 exams, resulting in a Level 7 Solicitors Apprenticeship qualification.How much will I be paid on the solicitor apprenticeship programme?Your starting salary will be £27,000, which will increase year on year. All your study fees are covered, and we also offer relocation support for all non-London-based applicants if required. You will also receive a £2,000 sign on bonus which you will receive one month before you join.&nbsp;

Solicitor Apprenticeship (school leaver) - September 2025 - Weil

Application deadline: 31 January 2025Applications open 1 December 2024Shoosmiths is committed to nurturing talent and developing expertise through providing relevant vocational and professional apprenticeships to provide everyone with an opportunity to develop to their full potential.Whether university isn’t the right path 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.Our apprenticeship opportunity provides an excellent opportunity for individuals to learn and grow while gaining experience, and forging a long-term career with an award winning law firm.Through our apprenticeship, you’ll gain the technical knowledge, practical experience and wider skills you need for your immediate job and future career all whilst gaining a professional qualification.This will be achieved by completing a six-year apprenticeship spending 80% of your time (four days a week) working at Shoosmiths learning from our expert professionals and tackling real-life legal challenges. Simultaneously, you'll dedicate 20% of your time (one day a week) to studying relevant legal subjects and developing essential skills with our training provider.In the workplace, you will carry out supervised work-based learning in order to meet the SRA’s competence statement and will produce a work-based assessment portfolio. In addition to examinations throughout the apprenticeship, there will also be an SRA centralised assessment that you will need to pass to qualify as a solicitor, The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE).You will study a range of modules online and face-to-face covering the subjects currently required by a qualifying law degree as well as vocational practice areas and skills.The modules you will study will be based upon those modules which typically make up a law degree such as Introduction to Practice, English Legal Systems &amp; Research, Contract Law, Public Law, Criminal Law, Tort Law, Land Law and Equity and Trusts. You will also study those modules which typically make up the Legal Practice Course such as Business Law and Practice, Property, Litigation, Wills and Administration of Estates.You will receive support and guidance from us throughout your whole apprenticeship. In each team you will have a dedicated line manager, and you will also be paired with a buddy to help you settle into life at Shoosmiths.You will also benefit from a Student Manager and Personal Tutor from our training provider. Your Student Manager is your dedicated point of contact throughout your apprenticeship, and their main role is to support you and monitor your progress in completing the requirements of the apprenticeship. Your Personal Tutor will meet with you when you attend face-to-face teaching sessions, and will assist you with compilation of your portfolio of workplace evidence and help you to identify how that evidence links to the knowledge, skills and behaviours required by the solicitor apprenticeship standard.What do you look for in a solicitor apprentice?We’re looking for great people who will work hard and be proud of who they are and what they do. Ambitious people thrive at Shoosmiths because of the enterprising and innovative way we work.You'll be expected to make things happen and take initiative from day one. You will need a strong academic background and proven ability to apply your intellect in the real world. But we know there’s more to amazing solicitors than academics alone, which is why we take a holistic view when we assess you throughout our selection process.You’ll join a firm of individuals working in a positive, professional and cooperative culture, in an environment that actively allows you to grow your skills and challenge yourself.And you'll find a refreshing lack of hierarchy – just happy, energised individuals at the heart of our success.What areas of law will I train in?Shoosmiths is a law firm with core teams in commercial, banking &amp; finance, corporate, litigation services&nbsp;and <a href="https://www.shoosmiths.com/expertise/services/real-estate" target="_blank">real estate</a>.In addition to these we have many other areas which offer experience on a slightly less regular basis and include intellectual property, pensions, regulatory &amp; compliance, construction, medical negligence, restructuring and advisory. Plus, there’ll be the opportunity to go on a client secondment.We will train you in legal practice and skills in line with the law society requirements, providing you with a variety of areas of law, and experience in non-contentious and&nbsp; contentious law.You’ll also experience some of our business support functions, which are fundamental to the smooth running of an innovative business like Shoosmiths. These could include Projects &amp; Innovation, Risk &amp; Ethics, Connected Services, Client Tech, People, Finance and IS.The details<ul><li>Program length: Six years</li><li>Location: Leeds</li><li>Number of places: Two</li><li>Start date: September 2025</li><li>Salary: starting at £22,000, rising each year to match our trainee solicitor salary in year five and six.</li><li>Work-study balance: 4 days working, 1 day studying</li><li>Academic qualifications: Earn an LLB (Hons) in Law and Legal Practice</li><li>Skills development: Focus on core legal knowledge, practical skills like legal writing and research, and professional ethics.</li></ul>Ready to Apply?The recruitment and selection process is designed to assess whether you have the potential to be an excellent solicitor at Shoosmiths. We assess this via the online application, an online strengths based assessment, and an in-person assessment centre. More information about what to expect in the application and assessment stage can be found on our careers blog.This programme is open to those without a degree and looking for an alternative to university – typically this will include final year school leavers who have completed, or who are completing, their A-Levels. We want to recruit the very best talent, but we know that academics aren’t the only measure of success. Law requires a high level of intellect, but we look for candidates with strengths in other areas too, which is why our minimum academic criteria is a minimum of 5 A-C GCSEs (including English &amp; Maths) and a minimum of ABB at 'A' level. Our minimum requirements at A Level stage are in line with the requirements set out by BPP University and the Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme that you will be enrolled in.The application form for a solicitor apprenticeship is divided into different sections, e.g. personal details, academic details, work experience and competency questions which are based on our values and expected behaviours. Scores are allotted to your application based on your responses throughout the application form and to the competency questions. All candidates must achieve the minimum academic requirements and a minimum criteria score on the competency questions to be invited to the next stage of the process. By assessing the application in this way, we are able to look at the whole you, without focusing on simply one part of your history.We are also a member firm of City Century, an award-winning solicitor apprenticeship initiative that helps educate, recruit and develop the very best talent for the legal industry. If you are wondering whether a solicitor apprenticeship is the right career path for you, City Century provide a free virtual work experience programme through Forage. You can learn more about what life is like a solicitor apprentice whilst gaining useful experience and insights into what work you could get involved in.

Solicitor Apprenticeship (school leaver/non-graduate) - September 2025 - Shoosmiths

Application deadline: 15 February 2025Our solicitor apprenticeship programme runs in London and Bristol. We are recruiting for solicitor apprentices to join our London and Bristol offices in September 2025.&nbsp;Applications open from 1 December 2024 – 15 February 2025.Want to step beyond the doors of our international firm? Our open days are a good place to start. During the day you’ll meet our team, hear more about the solicitor apprenticeship and receive tips for applying.We will be hosting solicitor apprenticeship open days on 15 January 2025 in London and on 22 January 2025 in Bristol.What we’re looking forWe want to hear from ambitious future lawyers, who are ready to leave their mark. Throughout the assessment process we will look for:Analytical minds: Clients rely on us to solve their most complex legal problems. We’ll be checking if you pay attention to details. And if you can use logical reasoning skills to find solutions.Adaptive collaborators: We look for evidence that you can communicate well and develop trusting relationships with colleagues and clients, no matter their background. Can you adapt your approach to new situations?Resilient achievers: Project management is a critical skill for Simmons’ lawyers. We want to see that you’re committed to delivering what needs to be done and that you can overcome setbacks.Business thinkers: We’re on the lookout for people who are interested in how businesses operate and the challenges they face. Show us that you’re able to think independently and can come up with creative ideas for improvements and solutions.School/College leavers require GCSE grades 4 or above with at least a 6 in Maths and English, plus A-Level grades at ABB (or equivalent).BenefitsYou’ll receive a starting salary of £26,000 per annum in Bristol or £28,000 per annum in London which will be reviewed annually throughout the programme. You will also be given a £1,500 starting bonus to support you as you get set up.We will cover all of your tuition and exam fees.Work experienceYou’ll spend time across multiple practice groups discovering the innovation we’re known for. Your journey will start with three months in Business Services, getting to know the firm and our clients. With close support and guidance, you’ll go on to spend 15 months each in three different groups (two legal practice groups plus our Solutions team). In year’s five and six of the programme, you’ll rotate around four legal practice groups for six months each, alongside our trainee solicitors, gaining a broad perspective of the firms work and where your career might lead.StudyIn years one to four, you’ll complete your LLB (Hons) Law and Legal Practice. Each term you’ll study toward a different law module and focus on a new legal skill. In years five and six you’ll study towards the Solicitors Qualifying Examinations (SQE). On successful completion of the SQE, you will qualify as a solicitor at the end of the programme.A culture of inclusionWhat makes a law firm a great place to work? We think it’s about the quality of work, and the impact and outcomes we can make on the future of our people, our clients, society and the planet.  Simmons &amp; Simmons is a firm full of ambition. Of thinking diﬀerently. Of taking action, and delivering smarter solutions.Where dynamic minds come together, working with premium clients, to solve some of the world’s most complex challenges.An international melting pot of ambitious and talented individuals, with different perspectives and experiences, united in helping to shape a better future for our people, clients, society and the planet.We’re a firm where you can be free to be you. Where inherent curiosity leads to positive enquiry, challenge and question; where a commitment to continuous learning enables you to deliver quality work for our clients and make an impact on the world.We champion innovation and excellence, driving professional challenge and personal growth. We power success through trust, respect, integrity and an unwavering commitment to quality.In a complex, demanding world, Simmons is where dynamic minds come together to create a better future.Diversity will always be a huge part of who we are. So, every day, we embrace different mindsets, experiences and backgrounds, and keep building a law firm where everyone can thrive. We want everyone to feel welcomed, valued and heard. We know that by embracing people with different mindsets, experiences and backgrounds, we’ll build a law firm where everyone can thrive. All kinds of interests come together here – cricket fans and avid readers, netball players and football fans – and our social groups and sports teams are always looking for like-minded people. You’ll find that in our eight networks too, including the LGBTQ+ network, TNOC (our gender network), and EMerge (our race and ethnicity network). It’s a vibrant team, wherever you are, all ready to share in each other’s interests and explore new ones.

Solicitor Apprenticeship (school leaver) - September 2025 - Simmons & Simmons

Application deadline: 31 January 2025.Organic growth is important to Blacks Solicitors and we aim to recruit talented Trainee Solicitors and retain them on qualification.Blacks typically recruit three Trainees each year, with contracts commencing on 1 September every year.Our Trainees spend two years working in four different areas of law and receive a high level of training in each discipline, whilst experiencing considerable client contact.Over recent years we have retained a significant proportion of Blacks’ Trainee intake, with a number of the Firm’s current partners originally having joined the firm as Trainee Solicitors!&nbsp;What’s it like to be a Trainee at Blacks?Here is what some of our recent Trainees and NQs have to say:“The best thing about training at Blacks is the exposure to varied work and the client contact you get, working closely with business owners to make a recognisable difference. You will be expected to take responsibility of matters as though they were your own and manage client expectations. The experience as a Trainee really helps to set you up for life as an NQ and become a trusted adviser. I also find Blacks a very friendly place to work, with a great social atmosphere.”“Blacks have provided me with a friendly and supportive working environment whilst being a Trainee. I have been able to gain real hands-on experience in dealing with clients and their files and have been given ample responsibilities to prepare me for qualification. Blacks have also been supportive in allowing me to develop my wider professional attributes, such as my networking and presentation skills, as trainees are often encouraged to attend various business development events.”How do I apply?Blacks are currently recruiting for Training Contracts with start dates of September 2028 and September 2029.If you would like to apply for a Training Contract, please send your CV together with a covering letter (explaining why you want to work for Blacks, and what you will bring to the Firm) via email by 31 January 2025.To be shortlisted as a candidate for Blacks’ Trainee Programme we require you to have the following experience and skills:<ul><li>A strong academic record and have achieved 340 UCAS points (AAB) or the Tariff equivalent from your best three A-Levels, together with a strong 2:1. If you have undertaken the GDL or LPC we require you to have achieved a Commendation or above</li><li>Attention to detail and ability to work to high standards</li><li>Ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines</li><li>Self-motivated with a strong work ethic</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively</li><li>A common sense approach</li><li>Enthusiastic and have ability to use initiative</li><li>An outgoing personality (a sense of humour is essential)</li></ul>Alternatively for more information about Blacks’ Training Contracts please contact Tom Moyes (Training Partner), or Ruth King (Head of HR), via email or call today on 0113 207 000Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship route - same deadlineThese take 2.5 years to complete and are for people who are educated to degree level, and ideally have a PDGL.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>

Training Contract/Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship - September 2028 & 2029 - Blacks Solicitors

Deadline 16 February 2025Vacation Scheme (2025) leading to Training Contract (2027)Vacation Scheme ProgrammeParticipation on the programme will not only give you the opportunity to come and meet us in person, but it will enable you to get an inside look at what it would be like to train and work at Teacher Stern.It is always recommended you attend a Vacation Scheme Programme as it will increase your chances of securing a training contract with us.How it worksEach summer, usually during June and July, we carry out two or three separate week-long Vacation Scheme Programmes. Each programme is attended by up to eight potential new trainee solicitors.During the week, potential trainees will spend time in one of our core departments: Corporate, Commercial, Employment, Real Estate, and Dispute Resolution, and will have the opportunity to experience life as a trainee solicitor.During the week, you will:<ul><li>Get a feel and understanding for the work the department does</li><li>Be able to take the opportunity to interact with other departments</li><li>Learn how our departments interact on deals and transactions</li><li>Be able to ask questions to partners and fee earners</li><li>Assess whether we really are the right firm for you.</li></ul>During the week, you will also part take in a series of group exercises, interviews and assessments.Don’t worry, it’s not all work and no play! There will also be a series of informal lunches and evenings out with our current trainees and other members of our trainee recruitment team.The week will then end with a formal interview with a partner and a member of recruitment team.Trainee Solicitor ProgrammeOver the two years you will spend six months in each of our three main departments: Dispute Resolution, Real Estate, and Corporate &amp; Commercial.A further six months of your programme may be spent with one of our specialist teams (for example in our&nbsp;Employment&nbsp;department) or in a return to one of the three main departments. You may also have an opportunity to experience and work with some of the smaller departments such as&nbsp;Banking &amp; Finance,&nbsp;Tax&nbsp;and&nbsp;Private Client.&nbsp;Spending time in each department will not just make you a better lawyer, but help you hone in on those areas of law that interest you and those which you may wish to pursue in the future.During each of the six-month ‘seats’, you will gain valuable experience in several different areas of law and work with a variety of partners and solicitors within that department. This ensures you become fully integrated within the firm, get to know everybody, gain a wide range of experience, and have a significant degree of client contact.Most of your legal training will be on the job – there’s simply no better way to learn. But you’ll need to be much more than an expert in law to succeed as a solicitor. As such, you’ll also be given opportunities to develop and broaden your personal skill set. You’ll learn about managing clients, financial management, new business development, networking and marketing.What we look forWe are always mindful when we recruit, that we are looking for the next generation of solicitors and partners in our firm. Many of our current partners trained with us and have made a great impression on the Firm and industry.Ideal qualities we look for in our new trainees:<ul><li>A strong academic background (a 2.1 degree or above)</li><li>Important personal attributes. We’re looking for commitment, drive, flair, initiative, common sense, the ability to take on responsibility, and the ability to work in a team.</li><li>Are you approachable? Can you build and maintain excellent working and collegiate relationships?</li></ul>But we aren’t just interested in academic achievers.If you are also&nbsp;a high achiever in any other facet of life such as sports, hobbies or other area of interest, then we’d welcome your application.We accept trainee solicitors from all kinds of backgrounds.So, whether you’re a law or non-law student, a graduate, mature student, international student, or someone who wants to change career, we’d like to hear from you.Rewards and benefitsWe are keen to recruit talented trainee solicitors who will ultimately become the future partners of our firm.In order to do so, we understand the need to recruit individuals who not only have strong academic ability but who can demonstrate other important personal attributes such as commitment, drive, flair, initiative, common sense and the ability to take on responsibility.The remuneration package that we offer our trainee solicitors is reflective of that understanding and is highly competitive.For trainee solicitors taking up training contracts with us, their benefit package will include each of the following:<ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>LPC or SQE funding assistance</li><li>22 days’ paid annual leave (plus public holidays) and closure days at Christmas</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Contributory pension scheme</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Season ticket loan</li><li>Client introduction bonus</li></ul>Further details regarding our remuneration package will be made available to prospective trainees solicitors upon receipt of a training contract offer.How to join the teamStep one– apply for the Vacation Scheme ProgrammeStep two– apply for the Training ContractStep three– attend one of our Open Days in April 2025Step four– join our Vacation Scheme week in July 2025Apply for them both via the Electronic Application Form. Apply well in advance to ensure you secure your place on the Vacation Scheme Programme.Applications for training contracts commencing in Autumn 2027 are open on Thursday 21 November 2024 and close on Sunday 16 February 2025.An application for a training contract at Teacher Stern,&nbsp;involves applying&nbsp;for our&nbsp;Vacation Scheme Programme too. Participants will be taking part in this programme with a view to securing a training contract to join the Firm, two years later.

Vacation scheme / Training Contract - 2025 & 2027 - Teacher Stern

Deadline 26 January 2025Vacation Scheme (2025) leading to Training Contract (2027)We recruit trainees solely through our new Vacation Scheme which provides the top 20 highest performing graduate students – our potential future trainees – with an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and lift the lid on life at Fladgate.Vacation scheme attendees will experience a weeklong programme consisting of departmental exercises, assessments, networking and social events. Successful attendees will join us as trainees, undertaking four seat rotations across our fee earning departments.We are open to receiving applications from both law and non-law graduates. If you are a non-law graduate we mandate that you complete the PGDL before enrolling in the SQE. As we recruit two years in advance for our Training Contract, you will have plenty of time to complete your PGDL and SQE prior to joining. Many of our trainees and lawyers chose not to study law at undergraduate level and went on to complete a conversion course.Training Contract (2027)As a general rule we have six to eight trainee vacancies per year.Training at Fladgate combines a first class education programme with real hands-on experience and client contact. The nature of our business and small intake of trainees each year means you will be given exposure to high quality work with lots of responsibility from an early stage. We don’t expect you to learn by sitting on the side lines or standing at the photocopier; you will gain first-hand experience on a variety of deals both large and small. Where possible you will be given every opportunity to develop your drafting and negotiating skills in real life situations. During your two year training contract, you will sit in four seats across the various departments at the firm, giving you a diverse and well-rounded training experience. We are proud to have won awards for work-life balance and approachability.The programme includes:<ul><li>A comprehensive induction programme.</li><li>Seminars and practical workshops on basic and advanced legal skills during each of your four seats. This includes, in the first few weeks of each seat, three or four sessions on the topics you will come across most often, with a step by step guide to drafting relevant documents.</li><li>Invitations to attend all other departmental meetings and training sessions as well as training sessions within the department where you are sitting.</li><li>On-the-job training. You will work on a variety of deals both large and small. Where possible you will deal direct with the client and be given every opportunity to develop your drafting and negotiating skills in real life situations.</li><li>A Professional Skills Course that will be undertaken externally and paid for by the firm</li><li>A dedicated supervisor (a Partner or Senior Associate), mentor, and Trainee buddy, as well as a dedicated HR point-of-contact there to support you and with whom you will have regular check-ins</li></ul>What We Offer:We offer a comprehensive sponsorship package to our trainees who have yet to undertake the PGDL and/or SQE. We will pay the course fees of all our future students who study with our exclusive training partner the University of Law (ULaw) for the PGDL and/or the SQE. We will also provide a maintenance grant of £7,000 per annum for studying the course(s) in London and £6,000 per annum for studying the course(s) outside of London.We also offer a competitive salary plus benefits as follows:<ul><li>Holiday: 26 days</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>Staff introduction bonus</li><li>New business bonus</li><li>Group income protection scheme</li><li>Interest-free season ticket loan</li><li>Interest-free sports club loan</li><li>Free in-house weekly personal training sessions</li><li>Private medical scheme</li><li>Group personal pension scheme</li></ul>

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