Solicitor apprenticeship

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 exams. All university and exams fees are paid for by the firm and you will earn a salary throughout the programme. 

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.

Recruitment for our solicitor apprenticeship commences with an online application form, followed by an online assessment. Take a practice online assessment here. 

The University of Law requires candidates to have 5 GCSEs including Maths & English at grade 4 or above.  You will also need A Levels at grade CCC (predicted or obtained) or equivalent qualifications. 

Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to an assessment day at our London office in February during which we’ll get to know each other.

During the assessment day there will be a variety of exercises designed to help us see if you’re the right fit for RPC and, while they might be challenging, they’re also a lot of fun. You’ll meet some of our partners, lawyers and current apprentices and get a real feel for our unique culture.

If you’re successful following the assessment day, your apprenticeship will start the following September. 

Our anonymous recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all.  To find out more and to understand the adjustments which can be made during the recruitment process or throughout your time at RPC, go to our inclusive recruitment and accessibility page.