Solicitor Apprenticeship – Fletchers Solicitors Office Locations: Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Southport and Birmingham Hybrid working available – with the flexibility to work from home and collaborate in-office when needed. We believe we offer our colleagues the best hybrid and flexible working practices, balancing working from home with time collaborating and socialising with colleagues in our modern offices. Earn While You Learn – A Debt-Free Route to Becoming a Solicitor Do you have a passion for the law but are put off by the cost of university? If so, our six-year Solicitor Apprenticeship could be the perfect solution for you. At Fletchers Solicitors, one of the UK’s leading law firms speciali s ing in Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, Private Client (Court of Protection), and Legal Costs, we are committed to developing the next generation of legal professionals. What is the Solicitor Apprenticeship? This fully funded programme, in partnership with The University of Law (ULaw), offers an alternative to the traditional university route, allowing you to achieve an LLB (Hons) Law Degree and prepare for SQE1 and SQE2 exams. Gain hands-on legal experience while earning a salary. The programme combines full-time legal work (five days a week) with a dedicated study day to ensure you are fully prepared for the SQE assessments. Upon passing SQE1 and SQE2, and subject to a character and suitability assessment, you can apply for admission as a solicitor. Who Can Apply? We are looking for motivated individuals who want to pursue a career in law without the financial burden of university. This apprenticeship programme is only open to candidates who will be under the age of 22 on the programme enrolment date. Entry Requirements 8 GCSEs (Grade C/4 or above) including Maths and English or equivalent. 3 A-Levels (Grade C or above) or BTEC equivalent. What Experience Will You Gain? As an Apprentice you will gain comprehensive experience in the field of clinical negligence, working on a broad and varied caseload of claims arising from medical errors. You will be involved in matters ranging from cosmetic and dental treatment issues to more complex and high-value cases, including catastrophic injuries, birth injuries, and delayed cancer diagnoses. This position offers the opportunity to develop a strong understanding of the legal and medical aspects of clinical negligence, as you support clients through often sensitive and challenging circumstances. You will also build practical skills in case management, investigation, and client communication, while gaining exposure to both straightforward claims and highly complexlitigation. Why Choose Fletchers? Work and learn in a top-tier specialist law firm. No student debt – all tuition fees are covered. Earn a salary while gaining qualifications. Gain real-world legal experience and develop key skills in a supportive environment. Recruitment Process Applications close: Friday 10 th April 2026 (we may close earlier depending on application volume). Application review: Applications will be reviewed and candidates will be contacted with the outcome. Professional Skill Assessment: shortlisted candidates will be sent an assessment to be completed and returned Informal call: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a brief introductory call. Assessment Days: Candidates who are successful at all stages will be invited to attend on one of the following dates: Monday 11 May or Tuesday 12 May in our Southport office Following the assessment day: successful candidates will be invited to attend a final interview and presentation, which will take place during: Weekcommencing18 th May to 5 th June. In return Fletchers offers: 35 hours working week Bonus scheme (subject to targets being met) 35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure, you also have an option to purchase up to 3 extra days’ holiday per year, until you long service award the 3 days after your 5 th, 7 th, and 9 th full year of employment Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option Life Assurance Policy Medicash policy to cover some dental, optical and other medical expenses Company sick pay Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and IVF schemes Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance Varied calendar of funded company social events (check out Fletchers Group on LinkedIn) Monthly voucher awardsfor winning nominees A genuinely supportive and friendly culture Ongoing training and professional development opportunities Main Responsibilities : Balancing study and work commitments: balancing one study day per week, successfully managing academic requirements alongside your job responsibilities, ensuring both study and work targets are met. Speaking with our clients face to face, or by telephone and corresponding with them by email, letter or case management app, always in a professional and courteous way Obtaining and drafting a full and accurate timeline of events based on the client’s instructions Acting on instructions promptly, whether from clients or from training principals and supervising team members Developing and maintaining knowledge of claims processes and best practices Ensuring accurate information is taken and recorded onto the case management system Monitoring and managing a task list efficiently to ensure cases are progressed appropriately Ensure individual targets/KPI’s are met Keeping clients informed of progress Action correspondence on files and deal with accordingly Assisting others with any other reasonable duties as and when required Liaising with and taking instruction from supervisors Adhering to data protection/GDPR & Fletchers office processes Any other reasonable duties Essential Skills and Experience: Grade A – C in GCSE English language and Mathematics 3 A-Levels (Grade c or above) or BTEC equivalent Customer facing experience A willingness to learn and develop Excellent verbal, written communication, and telephone skills Exceptional attention to detail Team player attitude Microsoft Office skills Ability to carry out research Good listening and organisational skills Drive, Ambition, and Enthusiasm We reserve the right to close this role before the date specified depending on the calibre and volume of candidates About Fletchers Solicitors: Fletchers is a fast-growing, dynamic law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with outstanding rankings in both The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. Following several strategic acquisitions, we’ve evolved into the Fletchers Group, with ambitious plans for continued growth and innovation. We aspire to be the best place to work in the legal sector. Our workplace culture is inclusive, informal, and supportive, with a strong focus on colleague wellbeing and happiness. We are proud to offer some of the best hybrid and flexible working arrangements in the industry — because we understand that balance drives performance. At Fletchers, we also value connection and collaboration. We create exciting opportunities for teams to come together and thrive. Whether you’re starting your career or aiming for leadership, you’ll find a clear path to progress and development here — from apprenticeships and professional qualifications to senior roles and Partnership. We seek out a broad range of challenging, high-quality legal work, enabling our people to build meaningful and progressive careers. And we don’t just talk about development — we invest in it, with a significant proportion of our colleagues working towards relevant qualifications at any given time. We reward those who help build our success and live our values. Our benefits package is designed to grow with you, offering real opportunities to share in our long-term strength. Our base pay and bonus structure is built to recognise and reward high performance. Join us and be part of a law firm that’s not only growing, but redefining what it means to work in legal services. Fletchers Group is an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce: we welcome applications from any and all backgrounds. We’re committed to providing a culture and environment where everyone can thrive, understanding and celebrating that no colleague is the same. We’re proud of our work on the Disability Confident scheme, signed up to BITC's Race at Work charter, and working towards Henpicked's Menopause and Menstrual Friendly accreditations.