Solicitor Apprenticeships
Qualify as a solicitor through our six-year apprenticeship programme. You will earn while you learn, gaining valuable experience from day one with no university fees to pay.
Qualify as a solicitor through our six-year apprenticeship programme. You will earn while you learn, gaining valuable experience from day one with no university fees to pay.
We offer comprehensive career development, support and learning experiences across multiple practice groups within our dynamic law firm environment.
Our programme begins with targeted pre-joining events and a comprehensive induction helping to embed you into the firm from day one. You will be enrolled onto a law degree in Legal Practice and Skills (LLB) at the University of Law at a location appropriate to your apprenticeship. Following successful completion of your LLB you will be enrolled onto your Solicitors Qualifying Examinations (SQE). We will ensure that you become fully immersed into life at CMS, through gaining valuable, practical experience across many of our practice groups as well as providing you with world-class training and development opportunities.
You will have the opportunity to learn and work at the same time on your path to becoming a fully-qualified solicitor with us. Each week you will be given one day set aside for your studies.
Applications for 2023 are now closed – click here to register your interest in future opportunities
Develop the practical legal and professional skills you need to thrive as a future facing solicitor while studying for a law degree and professional qualifications.
Ideal for all eligible students, including those who have other commitments, or can’t (or don’t want to) go to university.
This six-year course represents a long-term commitment to your future.
Obtain a law degree, pass the Solicitor Qualifying Examinations and qualify as a solicitor through the same programme.
All our apprentices get 25 days’ paid holiday every year and are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package.
“The solicitor apprenticeship has allowed me to obtain early exposure to the legal industry and gain a deep understanding of how an international law firm operates. I could not have wished for a better firm to begin my career with. I would encourage anyone with a true interest in the legal sector to consider the apprenticeship scheme.”
Hannah Torpey Solicitor ApprenticeYou will be supported from the outset by CMS and the University of Law in studying for your professional qualifications. We want you to excel in the outstanding six-year programme we have put together to prepare you for a successful career as a solicitor.
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Bristol starting salary |
£22,000 |
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London starting salary |
£25,000 |
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Manchester and Sheffield starting salary |
£21,000 |
We look for the following in all applicants for our apprenticeship:
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School Leavers |
GCSEs (or equivalent): |
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Career changers |
Will need to meet the above criteria and not have obtained a degree |
Interested in applying? Here’s an outline of the different stages involved.
An opportunity for us to start to get to know you, your educational background, work experience and interests and why you are interested in a career with CMS.
Designed to test your analytical reasoning and logic. Take a practice test here.
A short 15 minute interview where you will answer a series of pre-recorded questions.
Consists of a case-study, competency-based interview, a group exercise and an opportunity to meet other people from around the firm and learn more about CMS.
Take a look at our dedicated FAQs page