Solicitor Apprenticeship

YOUR LEGAL CAREER STARTS HERE! 

We’re looking for two Solicitor Apprentices who are ready to begin their legal career with Moore Barlow. 

Our Solicitor Apprenticeship programme focuses on developing future talent. Over five and a half years, you’ll be supported, challenged, and encouraged to grow — with a clear pathway towards becoming one of our future partners and leaders. 

Applications for our 2026 intake are now open and will close at 11:59pm on Sunday 15 February 2026. All applications will be reviewed after the deadline, so take your time: research, reflect, and submit the strongest application you can. 

WHAT YOUR JOURNEY WILL LOOK LIKE 

During the first 3.5 years, you’ll rotate across multiple teams in our Southampton office, progressing from administrative work to hands-on paralegal responsibilities. 

For the final two years, you’ll join our Trainee Solicitor cohort and have the opportunity to work in our other offices — Guildford, Woking, Richmond, central London, and Lymington. This gives you exposure to different working environments, a wider internal network, and a broad range of practice areas, from Corporate to Family to Medical Negligence.  You’ll work closely with expert lawyers and a wide variety of clients, gaining a rich, well-rounded legal training experience. 

Your study time matters too. You’ll work four days a week and dedicate one day to study, completing an LLB in Legal Practice and Skills with the University of Law before sitting the Solicitors Qualifying Examinations in your final year. 

Throughout the programme, you’ll receive the professional and academic support you need to succeed. 

WHO CAN APPLY? 

Applications are welcome from: 

• Final-year A Level students 

• College leavers 

You’ll need: 

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths 

• A minimum of BBB (120 UCAS points) or equivalent at A Level 

Please note, we cannot accept applications from graduates or from individuals who do not have permanent right to work in the UK. 

HOW TO APPLY 

Complete our online application form and upload your CV.   If you make our initial shortlist you will have a live video interview with either our Emerging Talent Manager or a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.  The final shortlist will be invited to attend an Assessment Day in Southampton in May 2026. 

Final offers will be conditional on successful candidates achieving the required A Level grades. 

WHY MOORE BARLOW? 

At Moore Barlow, we aim to be the career firm — a place where long-term legal careers grow and flourish. 

As a Solicitor Apprentice, you’ll work on meaningful, challenging matters from day one. You’ll spend time in different teams across diverse practice areas building both technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills. 

We believe in investing in our people. Our culture is open, diverse, and inclusive -a place where everyone can belong, thrive, and be themselves.  We’re committed to offering enjoyable and sustainable careers, with excellent training, strong rewards, and a supportive work-life balance. 

A MESSAGE FROM OUR EMERGING TALENT MANAGER 

“Introducing solicitor apprenticeships is a hugely exciting moment for us. This programme gives talented future lawyers the chance to dive straight into real work, grow their confidence, and build a clear pathway to qualification. Our values power everything we’re offering — we put people first, we’re stronger together when we invest in early talent, and we’re ready to support apprentices who want to lead the way in shaping their own careers. Most of all, we’re here to help them make it happen and turn their ambition into something brilliant.” Debbie Moors, Emerging Talent Manager 

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR 

As a top UK law firm, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who have the potential to become our future leaders. We’ll provide the environment, encouragement, and opportunities — all you need to do is embrace them. 

We’ll be looking for skills such as resilience, communication, time management, problem solving and a strong work ethic. But we also want to understand you — your motivations, your values, and why Moore Barlow is the place you want to build your career. 

READY TO APPLY? 

Click the Apply Now button to begin your application. You’ll be asked to complete a short application form and upload your CV. Remember though, take your time and do your research to ensure your application stands out.   
 
If you have any questions, please contact earlycareers@moorebarlow.com. 
 
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Good luck — we look forward to receiving your application!