Solicitor Apprenticeship Overview

Overview

At Travers Smith, we believe in nurturing future talent through a challenging and rewarding journey. Our Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship is a six-year programme designed to launch outstanding legal careers - offering real responsibility, tailored support, and unrivalled learning every step of the way. You will be a valued member of our collaborative and inclusive environment, benefiting from one-to-one mentorship, meaningful guidance, and continuous professional growth.

In years 1 - 4, you will rotate every 12 months into a new department. For four days a week, you will have on-the-job training and then be granted protected study time one day a week to undertake your LLB with BPP university. 

Then, in years 5 - 6, you will sit in rotated departments every 6 months. At this time, you will be studying towards your SQE so will have protected time off from work.

On completion of the six years, you’ll qualify as a solicitor in England and Wales and be eligible to apply for a newly qualified Associate role here at Travers Smith, all while earning a salary and building a future to be proud of.

We will recommence our Solicitor Apprenticeship hiring in September 2027, for a September 2028 start.

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Study and Support

You'll spend one day a week studying for your degree-level apprenticeship with BPP Law School, leading to the award of an LLB (Hons) in law as well as the post-graduate level SQE (Solicitors' Qualifying Examination). The course covers the core legal topics which are essential for legal practice, and consists of online live teaching, tutor-led performance coaching, guided self-study, and professional workshops, with regular exam-style assessments and portfolio tasks. You do not need any prior legal learning or qualification. All course fees are covered by Travers Smith.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you will have several sources of academic and pastoral support, working together to help you succeed:

  • BPP provides a specialised skills coach who will meet with you regularly to discuss progress with your studies and offer guidance on getting the best out of the teaching and other resources on offer from BPP.

  • In the workplace, you will have a dedicated supervisor to provide day-to-day guidance on the work allocated to you and help you to develop your legal and commercial knowledge and skills. Our apprentice supervisors will also meet with you and your BPP skills coach to help you navigate the interface between your studies and your workplace learning. We also operate a buddy system to provide you with more junior level advice and support.

  • We will also provide dedicated HR support for apprentices, responsible for all aspects of your time with the firm, including liaising with our Learning & Development team to provide you with ongoing workplace training, as well as helping you with any wellbeing issues.

Training

At Travers Smith, we’re proud to offer training that sets the standard in the City - designed to develop not just technical expertise but well-rounded, confident lawyers with a global outlook.

During your apprenticeship, you’ll benefit from interactive, partner-led sessions at the start of every seat, ongoing seminars sharing real insights from recent matters, and a truly collaborative team environment. Our unique room-sharing model means you'll work closely with both partners and associates, learning directly from their experience and picking up invaluable soft skills that can’t be taught in a classroom.

International work is a core part of what we do, so you’ll have the chance to get involved in complex, cross-border matters, working alongside leading local firms and gaining exposure to global clients and issues. You’ll be fully supported as you take on real responsibility, with guidance always close at hand. Throughout your training you’ll be immersed in our supportive, non-hierarchical culture, with exceptional learning from some of the best in the business. At Travers Smith, your growth is our priority—so you can build the insight, confidence, and judgement you need for a truly standout career.

Culture

Every firm claims their culture is unique - at Travers Smith, ours truly is. With no chargeable hours targets and our distinctive room-sharing model, we create a collaborative, supportive environment where everyone looks out for each other and feels at home.

Our culture goes beyond work. We combine top-tier legal work with a close-knit, supportive environment where people are truly valued. Wellbeing and personal growth sit at the heart of what we offer, from a flexible, market-leading benefits package - tailored to your priorities - to our award-winning, fully subsidised café, Braithwaites, which brings everyone together over great food and conversation. Diversity and inclusion go beyond box-ticking here; we celebrate what makes you unique, with supportive networks and real allyship across the firm. You’ll find opportunities to get involved in meaningful CSR work, from charity partnerships to pro bono advice that drives genuine change in areas like climate action, social mobility, and support for vulnerable people. At Travers Smith, you’re free to be yourself, enjoy your work, and help make a real impact within the firm and beyond.

Salary

£29,000
+ £3,000 one-off support payment
Year 1
Not disclosed
Year 2-6

For more information please visit our FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs | Travers Smith) or contact us on apprenticeships@traverssmith.com

There is something really rewarding about studying a concept at BPP and then seeing it come to life in a matter you are working on the very next day. The blend of theoretical and practical learning is what makes the apprenticeship route so unique. We also share classes with apprentices from other firms, which has been a brilliant way to build a network of people who are going through exactly the same experience.
Seline Lester - Solicitor Apprentice
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