Solicitor Apprentice
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Company: SHAKESPEARE MARTINEAU LLP
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Location: B4 6AA
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £22,000.00 per year
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Sector: Legal, finance and accounting
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Ref: NAS-2000022851
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Application Deadline Date: 31/03/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 4
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Working Week: Monday - Friday with Wednesday off-the-job learning. Shifts to be confirmed.
Brief Description
This is your chance to kick-start a legal career with hands-on experience from day one. You’ll be part of a supportive, ambitious team where you can learn from experienced lawyers, build your confidence, and develop the skills you need to qualify as a Solicitor- all while earning a salary and avoiding university debt.
Training to be Provided
Over six years, you’ll progress through a structured pathway including:
- Level 4 Paralegal Qualification
- LLB Law Degree
- Solicitors Qualifying Exams (SQE)
- Qualification as a Solicitor in England & Wales
Future Prospects
- The intention is our Solicitor Apprenitices will have careers as Qualified Solicitors
Vacancy Detail
As a Solicitor Apprentice, you’ll play an active role in our legal teams by:
- Supporting casewor - helping prepare files, draft documents, carry out legal research, and manage case materials
- Experiencing client work first-hand - attending meetings and hearings, taking notes, and learning how lawyers build strong client relationships
- Balancing study and practice - applying what you learn academically to live matters, with support from supervisors and mentors
- Collaborating across department - working with colleagues on projects, initiatives, and client work
- Developing your professional toolkit - improving communication, organisation, legal technology skills, and problem solving
Other Information
Due to the nature of the work undertaken, confirmation of employment will be subject to a variety of checks which will be carried out once an offer of employment is accepted. Details of the checks can be found here.