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Solicitor Apprenticeship

Michelmores · University of Law
Location
Bristol
Salary
Competitive
Duration
6 years
Degree awarded
Qualifying Law Degree in Legal Practice and Skills
Start date
1 January 2026
Application deadline
5 November 2026
Vacancy reference
Solicitor Apprenticeship 2026
Minimum grades
GCSE Maths and English grade 4+, A Levels grade C+

About the role

A six-year apprenticeship programme providing the opportunity to build legal knowledge, skills and commercial awareness while working closely with lawyers, clients and business support professionals. You'll complete the Solicitor Apprenticeship with the University of Law, achieving a Qualifying Law Degree in Legal Practice and Skills and completing the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). From day one, you'll put your learning into practice and be supported to realise your potential. You'll gain experience across a variety of teams within the firm.

Requirements

Three A Levels at Grade C or above (or equivalent qualifications). Five GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, including English and Maths (or equivalent qualifications). Not already hold an undergraduate degree.

Working week

Four days per week working at firm, one day per week studying at University of Law

Skills

Legal knowledgeCommercial awarenessCollaborative workingClient communicationPractical legal experience

Required qualifications

Essential
A Level · Any · Grade C
Essential
GCSE · English · Grade 4
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 4

Training & development

Years 1-2: First 6 months in Business Services team (HR or Governance and Risk), then 18 months in legal team starting in administrative role progressing to Paralegal. Years 3-4: Two one-year seats in different legal teams as Paralegal with increasing responsibility. Years 5-6: Four six-month seats with greater input into rotation. Throughout, four days per week working alongside qualified lawyers with one day dedicated to studying at the University of Law.
Future prospects
By the end of the programme, you'll be a qualified solicitor with a breadth of experience across a variety of legal teams and the same qualifications and career progression opportunities as those who followed the traditional university route.

Company benefits

Earn a salary from day one. Gain the equivalent of a law degree and complete the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). Gain real experience working alongside solicitors and clients. Receive ongoing support from supervisor, mentor, buddy, and the Early Careers team.

About Michelmores

Michelmores is a law firm with a commitment to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. The firm appreciates collaborative working and offers apprenticeship programmes to widen access to the legal profession.
Website
www.michelmores.com
Contact phone
+44 (0) 333 004 3456
Contact email
[email protected]
If this one works out

This role is in Bristol. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £650–£900 a month.

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