Legal apprenticeships
Interested in a career in law but years at university don’t appeal to you? Our paralegal apprenticeship programme may be just what you are looking for.
The recruitment window is now open.
Our recruitment window is now open and will close at midnight on 23 December 2024. Applications after this time will not be considered.
For those who are successful in the application process, you will be contacted. The assessment day for candidates shortlisted will take place on 18 February 2025.
What is a paralegal apprenticeship?
A paralegal apprenticeship is a paid apprenticeship and is the early stage of a legal qualifications. It offers ambitious young people an alternative route into the legal profession instead of attending full-time university.
What is covered in the programme?
Our training provider for the two-year programme is BPP University Law School. You will spend four days a week working at the firm under the supervision of qualified lawyers and one day studying towards formal legal qualifications. Whilst undertaking the apprenticeship you will also complete a Level 4 Certificate of Higher Education (Law and Legal Practice) awarded by BPP University. Upon successfully completing the paralegal apprenticeship programme, there is the opportunity to progress to the four-year solicitor apprenticeship (subject to performance) to obtain a law degree.
What does our programme offer you?
- A competitive salary and benefits package
- Support from an emerging talent manager and a dedicated apprentice “buddy” for the duration of your apprenticeship.
- Paid study leave to support you with your revision for exams.
- Support through the apprenticeship including if there is a need to re-sit exams.
- You will experience a broad variety of legal work across our three core markets of real estate, corporate and private clients, helping you to explore your potential.
The Route to Solicitor Qualification
There are two distinct pathways to becoming a solicitor in the UK. The traditional graduate route involves completing a law degree, passing the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) in two stages, and gaining two years of practical experience. Alternatively, the apprenticeship route offers a more hands-on approach, with options for a shorter paralegal apprenticeship or a longer solicitor apprenticeship that combines on-the-job training with academic study. Both routes require A-levels or equivalent qualifications and provide a clear framework for individuals aspiring to a legal career.
Apply now for our paralegal apprenticeship.
The recruitment process
- well-rounded individuals with good personal and communication skills,
- participative team players, keen to develop and learn from colleagues,
- methodical, accurate, well organised and have the ability to work to deadlines.
- Five 4-9 grades (A-C) at GCSE (or equivalent) which must include English and Mathematics.
- Three A Levels (or equivalent) predicted or actual 96 UCAS points.
- meeting our selection committee
- competency-based interview
- BPP online assessment
- team challenges.
| Date | |
|---|---|
| 16 September 2024 | Applications open for 2025 apprenticeship |
| 23 December 2024 | Application deadline |
| 18 February 2025 | Assessment Day |
| February 2025 | Offers made to successful candidates |
| August 2025 | Onboarding with BPP University |
| September 2025 | Start apprenticeship |
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Frequently asked questions
- Year 1 (Paralegal): £21,000
- Year 2 (Paralegal): £23,500
- Year 3 (Solicitor): £27,000
- Year 4 (Solicitor): £28,500
- Year 5 (Solicitor): £32,000
- Year 6: (Solicitor): £35,000
Contact us
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