Solicitor degree apprenticeships

Our six-year solicitor apprenticeship blends practical legal work with academic studies.

Are you passionate about law and eager to qualify as a solicitor while earning a degree? Our six-year solicitor apprenticeship offers the perfect blend of hands-on learning in a dynamic commercial law firm earning a salary alongside your academic study.

What you need to know


How's the programme structured?

Immerse yourself in practical experience by spending four days a week working under the supervision of our qualified lawyers, and one dedicated study day working towards your legal qualifications. You'll gain a level 7 apprenticeship award, a qualifying law degree (LLB) and the solicitors qualifying examinations (SQE). You’ll spend time in a variety of teams, gaining exposure to different areas of law, to build technical excellency and skills enabling you to provide the best service to our clients. 


Where will I be based?

Our solicitor apprentices will be based at either our Birmingham, Manchester or Norwich office.


Am I eligible to apply?

The solicitor degree apprenticeship is a big commitment and we’re looking for people who are committed to a career in law and are resilient individuals. You’ll share in our ethos of achieving more together, and value working collaboratively with others, respecting each other and building strong relationships.

You’ll need to have a strong academic background to undertake the learning and must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum of ABB (or equivalent) at A-Level, and five GCSEs, including maths and English, grades 4 and above (A to C under the old scoring system).


Why join Mills & Reeve?

At Mills & Reeve, we pride ourselves on our supportive and collaborative culture. Ranked as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, and a Platinum Investor in People, we offer a work environment where people thrive and others want to join.

Calendar

Key dates...

Applications open: 7 October 2024

Applications close: 23:59 on Monday 24 February 2025

Apply & FAQs

Follow the link below to apply and go through our online application system. You can also download a copy of some FAQs that we've put together to help you with the application process.

I have support requirements – how can I get in touch?

If you have any support requirements, or adjustment, additional or cultural needs please do get in touch at the earliest opportunity so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Click here for some examples of adjustments we can implement. Please contact us at graduate.support@mills-reeve.com if you would like a confidential chat.

Get in touch

For all enquiries please email our graduate recruitment team. We'll get back to you as soon as we can.

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Learning & development

We work hard to bring out the best in our people, so learning and development is a key area of focus.

Benefits

Everyone has different priorities and preferences, so at Mills & Reeve you can choose the benefits that appeal to you.

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