Solicitor apprentice
Our solicitor apprenticeship programme is aimed at school leavers who want to kickstart their career with us. The next intake will join our Bristol office in September 2026.
Over the course of the six-year programme, you’ll draw upon your own ambitious and enthusiastic personality to develop your skills, learn new ones, and grow your legal knowledge.
By combining a wide mix of on-the-job and off-the-job training, you’ll gain a level 7 qualification and be a fully qualified solicitor following the six-year apprenticeship.
You’ll spend 20% of your time on off-the-job learning, which equates to one day each week to study. Working with our chosen provider The University of Law, we’ll incorporate any bespoke aspects of learning that we feel appropriate to your training and future success at RPC.
If you are shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an in-person assessment day at our Bristol office in February half term. During the day, you’ll take part in a variety of exercises designed to help us understand your potential and showcase your strengths. You’ll also meet some of our partners, associates and current apprentices, giving you an authentic insight into life at RPC.
To be eligible, you’ll need:
- five GCSEs at grade 4 or above (including maths and English); and
- A Levels at grade CCC (predicted or obtained), or equivalent qualifications.
If you’re successful, your apprenticeship will begin the following September.
Applications will open on 1 September 2025 and close on 26 January 2026.
Apprenticeship type:
Level 7 solicitor apprenticeship
Duration:
Six years
Location:
Bristol
Salary:
£23,000
Entry requirements:
Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above (including maths and English) and A Levels at grade CCC (predicted or obtained), or equivalent qualifications.
Commencing date:
Tuesday 1 September 2026
Closing date:
Monday 26 January 2026
