Bristol Solicitor Apprenticeship 2026

Reynolds Porter Chamberlain LLP; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Bristol is offering a Solicitor Apprenticeship (level 7) designed to build a successful career as a solicitor. Over six years, apprentices will combine practical work experience with study, covering various legal areas while earning a salary. This opportunity is aimed at ambitious individuals looking to develop their legal knowledge and skills.

Benefits

All university and exam fees covered

Salary throughout the program

Qualifications

• Commitment to a six-year apprenticeship with a focus on becoming a solicitor.
• Ability to study while gaining practical legal experience.
• Interest in various areas of law.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured multi-year apprenticeship program.
• Study towards a law degree and qualify as a solicitor.
• Work in different legal teams to gain diverse experience.

Job description

Overview

Our Solicitor Apprenticeship (level 7) helps build the foundations of a successful career as a solicitor, with the training and support you'll need to excel. The next intake will join our Bristol office in September 2026.

Programme structure

The six-year programme combines learning and study to help our apprentices develop key skills whilst growing their legal knowledge. Apprentices spend one day a week studying with The University of Law towards a law degree and the Solicitors Qualifying Examination. All university and exams fees are paid for by the firm and you will earn a salary throughout the programme.

Placements and training

The first year is spent within our Legal Matter Support team, followed by three 12-month placements within different legal teams before joining the training contract rotation for the final two years. This structure allows apprentices to gain an in-depth understanding of many different areas of law prior to qualification.