Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme
Freshfields
Apply NowWant to become a solicitor without uni debt? Join Freshfields’ six-year Solicitor Apprenticeship in London: work on real client matters from day one, study at BPP, rotate practice groups and build legal skills, commercial awareness and professional experience.
Join Freshfields' six-year Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme based in the London office, combining practical experience with study at BPP University. You will work on real client matters from day one, gaining legal knowledge, commercial awareness and professional experience while being supported by supervisors, mentors and the Early Careers team.
During years one to four you will rotate annually across practice groups, spend four days a week in the London office and one day a week studying for your Law LLB at BPP's Waterloo campus. In years five and six you will join the Trainee Associate Programme cohort, complete three-month rotations across practice areas, have opportunities for secondments (including international placements) and focus on SQE preparation with dedicated study leave.
The programme offers a competitive starting salary, a sign-on bonus to assist with travel and accommodation, full tuition coverage and a broad benefits package. It is designed for applicants who meet the academic and residency eligibility criteria and who are committed to qualifying and building a career in law.
Law LLB (studied at BPP University) during years 1-4; progression to the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) in years 5-6 leading to qualification as a Solicitor.
27 Oct 2025
13 Feb 2026
01 Sept 2026
September 2026
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- Have achieved (or are on track to achieve) AAB at A-Level (or equivalent), and seven GCSEs at grade 6/B or above, including English and Maths (or equivalent).
- Have not previously completed a university degree.
- Have lived in the UK for at least three years before the programme start date and/or otherwise meet the residency eligibility criteria.
- Have the right to live and work in the UK for the full duration of the apprenticeship.
- Be under the age of 22 at the start of the programme, unless subject to an exception.
£28,000 per year
Starting salary of £28,000 (increasing annually as you progress). £5,000 sign-on bonus to help with travel and accommodation costs. All tuition fees covered. 26 days' annual leave plus access to a range of lifestyle and wellbeing benefits (private medical schemes, gym plans, etc.).
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