Solicitor Apprentice (London) 2027

We offer alternative routes into law too. No matter what stage you are in your life, our solicitor apprenticeship scheme in London will help build the foundations of a successful career, with the training and support you’ll need to excel. 

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 (ULaw), we will incorporate any bespoke aspects of learning that we feel appropriate to your training and future success at RPC. 

Every day will be different. One day you may be working on legal administrative tasks in paralegal teams, such as minute taking and producing data reports. Another day you may be carrying out research for business support teams. 

The firm will also provide a welcome bonus of £2,000 a few months before you join to assist with accommodation and workwear expenses.

Recruitment for our Solicitor Apprenticeship begins with an online application form, followed by our new online early talent assessment.

If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to an in-person assessment day at our London office in February half term. During the day, you will take part in a variety of exercises designed to help us understand your potential and showcase your strengths. You will also meet some of our Partners, Associates and current Apprentices, giving you an authentic insight into life at RPC.

To be eligible, you will need:

• 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above (including Maths and English)

• A Levels at grade CCC (predicted or obtained), or equivalent qualifications

If you are successful, your apprenticeship will begin September 2027.

Applications will open on 1 September 2026 and close on 25 January 2027