Apprenticeship
Schemes
Kick start your career by gaining invaluable work experience in a top law firm whilst studying towards a recognised qualification.
An alternative to university
We recognise that university is not for everyone and welcome a pathway that acknowledges a different approach to kick start your career. Earn a salary from day one and build your skills and knowledge with experienced reputable professionals. Our Apprenticeship Schemes provide individuals with invaluable work experience in an award winning premium law firm.
Addleshaw Goddard's Business Services group and Transaction Services Team are an exciting place to begin and shape your career as an apprentice. In addition to our Legal Apprenticeships, apprenticeship schemes in our Business Services group launched in April 2023. If you are interested in finding out more, please see further information below or email earlycareers@addleshawgoddard.com
MEET OUR PEOPLE
The best advocates of our Early Career Programmes are the people who work here. See what they have to say about the Apprenticeship Schemes.
Key skills we are looking for during the application process:
- Attention to detail
- Commercial awareness
- Career motivation
- Team work
- Analytical skills
- Decision making
- Knowledge of Addleshaw Goddard
PARALEGAL APPRENTICESHIP
We are proud to have offered 57 Legal Apprenticeships since 2013 and continue to support this pathway within Addleshaw Goddard.
Our Legal Apprenticeship schemes are based in our Transaction Services Team (TST). The team comprises of over 200 team members split across all of our UK offices and are made up of Apprentices, Paralegals, Managers and qualified Solicitors to support in the delivery of the wide range of work.
Qualification achieved: Paralegal level 3 apprenticeship + Level 4 Cert of HE in Legal services (equivalent to first year of an undergraduate degree).
Progression route: There are many opportunities to develop your career in law at Addleshaw Goddard, such as progressing on to the Solicitor Apprenticeship (with exemptions), further study to qualify as a Chartered Legal Executive or even pursue a career in managing other Paralegals.
Key Information
Applications open: December 2025 (date to be announced)
Applications close: December 2025 (date to be announced)
Training Provider: BPP
Duration: 24 months
Locations: Leeds and Manchester.
Study days: One allocated day a week.
Entry requirements: Minimum of three A-levels at grades C or above or equivalent UCAS points and five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths (or equivalent).
SOLICITOR APPRENTICESHIP
This programme will see our Solicitor Apprentices develop their knowledge and skills further by getting involved in day to day tasks of an experienced Paralegal and Trainee Solicitor, whilst attending university one day a week. The programme will involve seat rotations, providing valuable insight into all the services we provide.
Whilst training as a solicitor apprentice, you will support the Paralegals and Senior Paralegals within the different sub teams in TST, as well as fee earners across the firm with routine legal tasks for the first four years. In the remaining two years of the apprenticeship, you will join the Trainee Solicitor cohort and will complete seat rotations organised by the Early Careers team to gain valuable insight into all the services we provide. You will also will have the option to apply to do a seat in the Innovation and Legal Technology team. The work may come from any of the firm's groups, and as a result, you will be working on a wide variety of assignments. The complexity of work and responsibility will develop over the course of the apprenticeship.
You will spend one day per week studying with our training provider, BPP University, where you will work towards your Law degree. Addleshaw Goddard will cover the entire tuition fee and you will also earn a salary from day one, which will increase as you progress during your training.
Upon obtaining your law degree, you will begin to prepare for the Solicitors Qualifying Examinations (SQE) part 1 and 2. Once you have successfully completed the exams, you will then become a qualified solicitor and have the opportunity to apply for newly qualified roles within Addleshaw Goddard.
Qualification achieved: Solicitor Level 7 Apprenticeship LLB (Hons) Law and Legal Practice awarded by BPP university.
Key Information
Applications open: December 2025 (date to be announced)
Applications close: December 2025 (date to be announced)
Training Provider: BPP
Duration: 4 – 6 years (depending on exemptions)
Locations: Leeds and Manchester. Other locations will vary depending on business needs.
Study days: One allocated day a week.
Entry requirements: Three A-levels at grades ABB and five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths (or equivalent). (Above minimum A-level grades are not required if progressing from Paralegal Apprenticeship)
BUSINESS SERVICES APPRENTICESHIPS
Are you looking to start a career in Business Services?
Join us as we invest in our Early Talent across a number of Business Services teams. Across Summer 2025, we have hired apprentices across Finance Operations, Onboarding, Legal Support, Responsible Business, Early Careers, Learning & Development and Recruitment. Each of our apprenticeship programmes will be aligned to a beneficial and engaging qualification, fully funded by AG with your development and progression in mind.
Key Information
Applications open: Spring 2026 (date to be confirmed)
Applications close: Spring 2026 (date to be confirmed)
Intake: Our most recent apprentice intake is due to join in October 2025 and our 2026 intake date will be confirmed.
Location: Leeds or Manchester
Duration: Apprenticeships at AG will typically last 2-3 years and will be led by the qualification length.
Entry requirements: Entry requirements will vary role to role but typically will include a minimum of three A-levels at grades C or above or equivalent UCAS points and five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths (or equivalent).
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM OUR LEGAL APPRENTICESHIPS?
You will receive support and guidance from the moment you apply.
Preparation evening
The TST team host a pre-assessment centre workshop to ensure you have all the information available to prepare you for the assessment centre - including details about the interview process, group exercise and proof reading exercise.
Pre-induction
You will be invited to attend a welcome evening prior to starting your apprenticeship with us. Hosted by the TST team, the aim of the welcome evening is to provide you with a structured overview of the sub teams, the level of work you will be involved in within the TST and you will also meet your new Line Manager and members of your team. As well as this, you will have the opportunity to network with your future colleagues and key members of the TST team and will be provided with all necessary materials to enhance your understanding of Addleshaw Goddard prior to joining.
Your first day
On your first day of induction to the firm, you will have the opportunity to meet and network with the rest of your cohort and will meet your team and apprentice buddy who is on hand to support your learning journey. The induction programme is a mix of key skills and development training to ensure you feel empowered to begin your apprenticeship at Addleshaw Goddard. You will also be required to attend an apprenticeship induction with BPP University, where you will receive all the relevant training and support to aid your studies.
LEGAL APPRENTICESHIP APPLICATION PROCESS
Eligibility screening & Application Form
Candidates will be required to disclose their qualifications to ensure they meet the requirements of the apprenticeship and must complete the relevant online application form.
Situational Judgement Test
Paralegal & Solicitor Apprenticeships only.
Candidates will be required to complete a Situational Judgement Test (SJT). This test will present hypothetical work-related situations, and will allow us to assess your judgement and decision making abilities.
Voice interview
On successful completion of the SJT, you will be invited to complete a voice interview, which can be recorded at a time and location convenient to you.
Assessment Centre
Successful applicants will be invited to our offices for the final assessment process and meet us in person. The assessments comprise of a competency based interview, in tray exercise and group assessment (UK only)
Key skills we look for during the application and assessment process
Why join Addleshaw Goddard?
Attend our Insight Day to find out more about the career pathways available through our apprenticeship schemes and experience our culture first hand. This is a great opportunity to meet and network with key stakeholders and current apprentices. Find out why Addleshaw Goddard is the right next step for you.