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London - Solicitor Apprenticeship

Herbert Smith Freehills
Competitive
London

Expected closing date: Monday, 15 February 2027

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Six-year Solicitor Apprenticeship programme with Herbert Smith Freehills.
  • Gain practical legal experience through seat rotations and study towards an LLB Hons and SQE qualification.
  • Fully funded tuition fees and a competitive salary.
  • Applications close on 15 February 2027.

About the Role

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.

In your first four years, you will rotate through four, 12-month seats, each offering a breadth of knowledge and unique perspective on our diverse practice areas.

As you progress into your fifth and sixth years, you'll join 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.

What You'll Do

  • Assisting with legal research
  • Reviewing and drafting legal documents
  • Attending client meetings
  • Assisting with case management
  • Preparing for and attending court
  • Summarising court judgements

You'll also dedicate one day each week working towards a law degree and the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) with BPP University.

What You'll Get

  • Fully funded tuition fees as you study for an LLB Hons (Law and Legal Practice) and later qualification as a Solicitor in England & Wales (SQE route)
  • A competitive salary across the six years of the programme
  • Numerous avenues of support, including: a partner mentor, a dedicated supervisor for each of your seat rotations, a trainee buddy, access to our Early Careers HR team and expert teaching from BPP.

Once you've completed the apprenticeship, you'll be able to apply for newly qualified associate positions at the firm.

What We're Looking For

  • On track to achieve a minimum of AAB at A-Level or equivalent UCAS points.
  • 7 GCSEs at grade 6 or above, including Maths and English.
  • Must be 16 or over.
  • Must be a UK citizen or have the right of residency in the UK.

Application Deadline

Applications close on 15 February 2027 (23:59 GMT).