Kickstart Your Legal Career – Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship
Join us for our Apprenticeship Open Evening on Thursday 26th February 2026 at our MediaCity, Salford Quays office to discover the fantastic legal apprenticeship opportunities available.
This event is the perfect opportunity for aspiring legal professionals to explore the exciting career pathways HF has to offer. Secure your place today – click APPLY to register your interest.
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What’s in it for you?
Do you aspire to work in law? Want to join a firm without the burden of costly university tuition fees? Want to earn while you learn?
At HF, we’ve always been focused on our people. We believe in investing in talent, nurturing growth, and promoting from within – encouraging non‑traditional routes into law through our apprenticeship and graduate schemes. Our legal departments provide an excellent starting point to gain experience and build a strong foundation for your future career.
Our Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship is delivered in partnership with BPP University, a trusted organisation with over 40 years’ experience in developing legal professionals. The two‑year programme prepares you for a rewarding career as a Paralegal, supporting our industry‑leading legal teams.
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What will you be doing during the apprenticeship?
As an Apprentice Paralegal at HF, you’ll support our legal teams with real casework from day one. You’ll help prepare documents, manage files, speak with clients and third parties, and carry out administrative tasks that keep the team running smoothly. As you progress, you’ll take on more responsibility - from supporting solicitors on case management to handling your own files and drafting legal documents.
By the end of the programme, you’ll be a fully qualified Paralegal with the skills, experience, and confidence to build a long‑term legal career at HF.
What do I need?
To be eligible to apply for the Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship, you must meet the following entry requirements:
Academic Requirements
- A‑Levels: Three A‑Levels at grades A–C* (or equivalent qualifications).
- GCSEs: At least five GCSEs at grades 9–4 (A–C), including English and Mathematics.
What we’re looking for
We welcome applications from individuals who can demonstrate:
- A genuine interest in building a career in one of our legal departments and progressing towards becoming a Solicitor.
- Initiative and proactive problem‑solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Clear and confident communication skills.
Important Note
Due to apprenticeship provider requirements, we cannot accept applications from candidates who already hold a degree.
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Registration
To be considered for a Legal Apprenticeship in 2025, please register for our Open Evening by clicking ‘APPLY’ below.
As part of the registration process, you will be asked to submit your CV and complete our application form. The recruitment team will then be in touch.
Please note – at this stage, this is just an initial application to attend our open evening.
Should you have any questions, you can email the team at [email protected]
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Closing date for registration is Monday 23rd Feb 2026
Event Details Summary
- Date – Thursday 26th February 2026
- Time – Arrival from 17:30pm
- Address - Orange Tower, MediaCityUK, Salford, M50 2HF