Paralegal Level 3 Apprenticeship 2026 - Leeds

Paralegal Level 3 Apprenticeship 2026 - Leeds

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 Paralegal Apprenticeship will provide you with invaluable and varied work experience whilst studying towards a legal qualification - all whilst earning a salary.

What will the Paralegal Apprenticeship involve?

As a Paralegal Apprentice, you will support Paralegals and Senior Paralegals within the Transaction Services Team (TST), as well as fee earners from across the Firm, with a range of legal tasks. You will have the opportunity to experience different sub-teams within the TST during your apprenticeship. You may also have the opportunity 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 Paralegal 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 Disputes 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 addition to your day-to-day work, all Paralegal 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.

Entry Requirements & Recruitment Process

• At least 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and Maths
• 3 A-levels at grades CCC or above, or 96 UCAS points (or equivalent)
• Ambition to succeed in a legal career
• A willingness to learn and commitment to a 2-year programme while 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.

What is the Recruitment Process?

• Online Registration Form and Workplace Scenario Assessment.
• Voice Interview.
• Assessment Centre.

Successful candidates will be invited to an in-person assessment centre in the Manchester office, to be held on Monday 23 February or Tuesday 24 February 2026.

The assessment centre consists of a motivational and competency-based interview, a written task, and a group exercise.

We are proud to use the Rare Contextual Recruitment System during the application process, which allows us to review academic achievements in the context in which they were gained.

Apprenticeship Overview

You will spend one day per week studying with BPP University, working towards your Paralegal Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship alongside the award of Level 4 Certificate in Legal Services. Upon completion of your programme, you will be a qualified Paralegal.

Your apprenticeship will be delivered through a blend of interactive online workshops, e-learning content on the BPP learning platform, off-the-job training and a work-based portfolio to demonstrate your skills. Alongside your on-the-job learning, successful completion of the apprenticeship will lead to your paralegal qualification.

At the end of the apprenticeship, you will be a qualified Paralegal and may apply to continue your studies by applying for the Solicitor apprenticeship (with exemptions) or explore other progression routes within the Firm.

Who are we looking for?

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 that's 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.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate based on sex, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, background, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to building a diverse team and actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and communities.

If you require any adjustments or support during the application or interview process, for example, extra time or accessibility support - please let us know. You can contact us at earlycareers@addleshawgoddard.com to discuss how we can support you.

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button. Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.