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Placement details

Overview

Location: Leeds

Start Date: September 2026 (2-3 evenings in August 2026 to attend a welcome evening and some pre-induction sessions)

Application Criteria: 

To apply, you will need:

• At least 5 GCSEs grades 4/C or above (or equivalent) including English and Maths
• 3 A-levels at grades ABB or above, or 128 UCAS points (or equivalent)
• Ambition to succeed in a legal career
• A willingness to learn and commitment to studying a 6-year programme while balancing working full-time.

This opportunity is also open to non-law graduates (those with a degree in a subject other than Law). Law graduates, or those who have completed the first year of a Law degree, are not eligible to apply for the Paralegal Apprenticeship but can apply for our Placement Scheme or Paralegal opportunities. Visit our Careers Website for more information. 

Please note, to be eligible you must be available to start the course in September 2026 and be available, where possible, for 2-3 evenings in August 2026 to attend a welcome evening and some pre-induction sessions. 

 

Key Skils: 

 

There is no single  "Addleshaw Goddard type". We are looking for authentic individuals who are aspirational, determined, and committed to becoming great lawyers. We want people who are eager to learn from the best in the profession, bringing energy and passion to our team and our clients.

You'll receive training tailored to your needs and interests, gaining first-hand insight into life at one of the UK's most respected law firms. You will be supported by some of our brightest minds and challenged with meaningful work, helping you develop the connections and skills you need to become a trusted lawyer.

Application deadine: 5th January 2026

How to apply: click 'Apply' at the top of this page!

 

About the Paralegal Apprenticeship

Are you passionate about a career in law? Do you want to work for a Firm where you are valued, encouraged, and challenged to fulfil your potential? Our Solicitor Apprenticeship will provide you with invaluable and varied work experience whilst you study towards a degree programme - all while earning a salary. 

What will the Solicitor Apprenticeship involve?

As a Solicitor Apprentice, you will support the Paralegals and Senior Paralegals within the Transaction Services Team (TST), as well as fee earners across the Firm, with a range of legal tasks. Like our Paralegal Apprentices, you will have the opportunity to experience different sub-teams within the TST during your apprenticeship. You may also have the opportunity to apply to apply for a placement in our Innovation and Legal Technology team, or in the TST in Scotland.

This is a busy and varied role, with work coming from any of the Firm's Practice Groups. As a Solicitor Apprentice, you will work on a range of assignments, with the complexity and responsibility increasing as you progress through the programme.

In Year 1, your work may include:

• Reviewing documents for relevance in Dispute matters. 
• Drafting and producing legal documents and standard forms. 
• Checking legal documents for quality, consistency and content. 
• Creating bundles for trials and Employment Tribunals. 
• Reviewing and reporting on commercial and legal documents as part of a corporate due diligence process. 
• Managing electronic data sites, uploading and ordering documents, and liaising with third parties. 
• Providing transactional support on Corporate, Finance, or Real Estate projects. 
• Other tasks as required by the business. 

In Years 2 to 4, your responsibilities will grow and may include: 

• Attending client meetings/providing on-site support.
• Managing matters or cases. 
• Conducting legal research and providing advice based on findings.
• Taking part in client or team secondments.

In Years 5 and 6, you will join the Trainee Solicitor group, rotating through four different departments every six months (known as "seats"). 

In addition to your day to day work, all Solicitor Apprentices are expected to take part in business engagement and team development activities, and to help identify ways the TST can better support the Firm. You will also be encouraged to use and promote legal technology in your work. 

We are proud to be celebrating our 14th year of recruiting legal apprentices into the TST, and we look forward to continuing this success. 

 

About Addleshaw Goddard LLP

Addleshaw Goddard is a leading international law firm that works with some of the world’s most exciting businesses, from tech start-ups to global brands.

They provide expert legal advice across a range of industries, including finance, retail, energy, and healthcare. What sets them apart is their focus on innovation and building strong relationships with their clients, helping them to solve complex problems and achieve their goals.

They’ve worked on projects that have shaped the future, such as advising on the development of electric vehicle infrastructure. Whether you’re interested in corporate law, dispute resolution, or working on cutting-edge deals, Addleshaw Goddard offers an exciting place to start your career.

You can find out more about Addleshaw Goddard by visiting their Company Profile page.

 

Next Steps

Click ‘Apply’ at the top of this page! (Addleshaw Goddard LLP review applications on a rolling basis and may close the application before the deadline, so please apply early!)