Solicitor Apprenticeship 2027 - Bristol Office
Michelmores LLPExpected closing date: Thursday, 5 November 2026
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Key Takeaways
- Qualify as a solicitor through a six-year apprenticeship combining work and study.
- Gain hands-on experience across up to nine legal and business support teams.
- Study at the University of Law one day a week, working the other four.
- This is a Bristol-based apprenticeship commencing in September 2027.
- Requires the legal right to permanently live and work in the UK.
About the Role
About the Apprenticeship
Our Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme offers the opportunity to qualify as a solicitor while gaining hands-on experience across up to nine teams. You will achieve a law degree and complete the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), all while earning a salary from day one.
Over six years, you will combine academic study with practical work experience, developing the skills, knowledge and commercial awareness needed to build a successful legal career. This programme allows you to apply your learning in a real-world environment from the outset while earning as you learn.
The programme is designed to equip you with the skills to deliver client excellence and work in a creative, collaborative, and commercial way within a supportive and ambitious law firm.
Programme Structure
During the six-year programme, you will spend your first six months in one of our business support teams before rotating through up to eight legal teams across our Business, Real Estate, and Private Client groups. The final two years mirror the structure of our training contract, with four six-month seats.
Throughout the programme, you will spend four days a week working alongside qualified lawyers and other professionals, with one day dedicated to studying at the University of Law.
As a member of the fifth apprenticeship cohort, you will benefit from the support of a dedicated supervisor, mentor, and buddy from our current apprentice community, alongside ongoing guidance from our Early Careers team.
This is a Bristol-based apprenticeship commencing in September 2027.
Who We Are Looking For:
- Individuals who bring their own unique perspectives and experiences.
- Candidates who demonstrate our values and behaviours, including being proactive, curious, and adaptable.
- People with a growth mindset and a willingness to learn.
- Future leaders who are motivated to make a positive impact.
- Candidates who are genuinely interested in a career in law and excited by the opportunity to build their career at Michelmores.
Why Michelmores?
Michelmores is a flexible, friendly, and inclusive organisation with a clear focus on fresh thinking, growth, and success. We value and nurture our people’s potential and inspiration, giving them a creative, open, and collaborative environment in which to develop a career and succeed.
As an apprentice at Michelmores, you will find a blend of varied, high-quality work in a flexible and supportive environment. You’ll gain a real grasp of the commercial realities that affect our clients and how we help them make the most of their opportunities.
Next Steps
To apply, please click the link below. If you would like to talk to someone about the role, please email early.careers@michelmores.com and we can arrange a call.
Please note: All employees must have a legal right to work in the UK. Apprenticeships are not covered by student visas. Any offer will be conditional upon your right to work in the UK. Potential sponsorship options are subject to UK immigration policies and any corresponding reviews.