2027 solicitor apprentice

Farrer & Co; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary during study

Tuition fees covered

Job summary

Farrer & Co offers a solicitor apprenticeship in London, a six-year Level 7 programme that blends practical legal training with structured academic study. You will be paid a salary while you qualify as a solicitor and gain experience across multiple departments.

The programme runs four days per week in our London office (Commercial, Contentious, Private Client, Property, and Business Services) with one day per week for guided study supported by The University of Law.

Qualifications

• No degree required; alternative to university.
• AAA or above at A-Level (or equivalent) required.
• Willing to combine work and study toward a legal career.

Responsibilities

• Work across departments in London four days a week while studying (on-the-job training).
• Dedicate one day per week to guided study and skills coaching with ULaw.

Skills

Legal training

Study-work balance

Education

AAA A-Levels

Job description

A solicitor apprenticeship at Farrer & Co is an exciting alternative to university, offering a unique opportunity to earn a salary while gaining practical legal experience and qualifying as a solicitor. This six-year Level 7 programme combines on-the-job training with structured academic study, equipping you with the skills and qualifications to excel in the legal profession.

This apprenticeship offers a balanced approach to learning, combining practical legal experience with academic study to ensure you are fully prepared for a successful legal career. With the support of University of Law and Farrer & Co’s experienced teams, apprentices are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and qualifications to make a meaningful impact in the profession.

During the apprenticeship, you will:

• Work towards an LLB (Hons) and qualify as a solicitor.
• Have all tuition fees fully paid, earning a salary while completing your qualification.
• Spend four days per week working in our London office across various departments, including Commercial, Contentious, Private Client, Property, and Business Services.
• Dedicate one day per week to guided study and skills coaching, supported by The University of Law (ULaw).

This apprenticeship is open to individuals who:

• Do not hold a degree and are seeking an alternative to university.
• Have achieved, or are predicted to achieve, AAA or above at A-Level (or equivalent qualifications). Applications with mitigating circumstances will be considered.
• Are eager to pursue a legal career while combining work and study.