Law & Legal Apprenticeships: What you need to know

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Written by
Ellie Carter
Published on
October 31, 2024

An apprenticeship in Law & Legal Services is a great way to build a solid foundation for a career in this sector. You can work on all kinds of cases and assist more senior members of ur team. If ur interested in a career in this sector, take our Career Match and see if ur a good fit.

An intro to Law & Legal Services apprenticeships.

If you’re confident and want to work in a fast-paced sector, an apprenticeship in Law & Legal Services may be a good fit for you. This is because you are having to defend people and may have to speak in front of lots of people. This sector offers a range of careers such as Criminal Lawyers, Probate Technicians and Family Lawyers. In these roles, you will be able to work people from all kinds of backgrounds. The Law & Legal Services sector is fulfilling as you are helping people and even getting justice for them. This sector is always providing new challenges, so you need to be able to overcome these and stay calm under pressure as you work through them.

You can take urfuture’s Career Match and see if you would suit a career in this sector and find an apprenticeship that’s right for you. View all our live roles in Law & Legal Services here.

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What is an apprenticeship in Law & Legal Services like?

Law & Legal Services apprenticeships offer hands on experience in the workplace as well as academic learning in a classroom setting which will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed. As an apprentice you will work alongside members of ur team who give you guidance to help you constantly improve throughout the apprenticeship. These roles allow you to help others and solve all kinds of issues, meaning it can be extremely rewarding.

As a part of ur apprenticeship, you could be based in all kinds of settings whether that’s an office, photography studio as well as in a classroom for ur 20% off the job training.

If you want any more information on apprenticeships, we can give you a full breakdown on them!

Key working traits for this sector:

• Confidence

• Attention to Detail

• Verbal Reasoning

• Critical Thinker

• Ethical

If you think you have any of these traits, take our Career Match and see if ur a good fit for Law & Legal Services.

If you’re not sure if this is right for you, check out the other apprenticeships we have available and if you think you’d be better suited to an entry level job, you can learn about them too!

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Future career opportunities after an apprenticeship in Law & Legal Services:

• Criminal Lawyer

• Legal Secretary

• Family Lawyer

• Conveyancing Technician

• Probate Technician

• In House Lawyer

• Employment Lawyer

• Human Rights Lawyer

How can urfuture help you get an apprenticeship in Law & Legal Services?

urfuture can assist in finding out if an apprenticeship in Law & Legal Services will suit you. By taking our Career Match, we’ll predict the top 5 best career categories for you.

You can also learn all about ur working traits, and things you would like and not like in a career, helping you understand who you are and what to look for in a career, Because of this, you’ll find a career that perfectly aligns with ur goals and needs.

It's all driven by data and science, like how Spotify creates playlists tailored to ur tastes. By evaluating the music you’ve enjoyed, Spotify predicts other tracks you’ll like. In the same way, our Career Match uses this technology to determine the best career for you.

After completing the Career Match, we will recommend you specific jobs based on ur results and the needs of each employer, using the same algorithm. This allows you to see a score out of 10 to every job on the app. If you want any more information on this, you can read all about how it works.

You can then learn about the 18 different career categories on Careerflix. Here you can watch lots of engaging videos that tell you about the sector. If you have any other questions, our CareerAi will answer them immediately.

You can also learn all about the entry level jobs available in Law & Legal Services.

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Frequently asked questions - Finding an Apprenticeship in Law & Legal Services

Will I get paid during my Law & Legal Services Apprenticeship?

Yes, when doing an apprenticeship, you will earn a wage whilst learning.

What qualifications do I need to apply for an apprenticeship in Law & Legal Services?

Every apprenticeship is different when it comes to entry requirements, and it also depends on the level. Level 2 apprenticeships require no previous qualifications, but other levels will usually require Grade 9-4/AC in Maths and English GCSE or Level 2 Functional Skills.

What happens after my Law & Legal Services apprenticeship?

When you’ve finished ur apprenticeship you might be offered a full-time role with ur employer, but if not, you’ll have gained transferable skills and knowledge during ur apprenticeship that will make you desirable to any employer.