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In our fourth episode, Aadam Bhaijee and Ciara Redican discuss the solicitor apprenticeship route, drawing on their experience as apprentices to highlight the key considerations for those deciding whether it is the right path. The episode covers: On-the-job learning and feedback The qualities and habits that support success in an apprenticeship Key considerations when assessing whether to pursue t...

In our third episode, Georgina Stapeley, Melissa Greenwood and Rebekah Lowles explore the options available after college and sixth form, through three distinct perspectives: A degree apprentice, a criminology graduate who transitioned to an apprenticeship post-university and a HR apprentice. This episode covers: Their journeys into an apprenticeship Key factors to consider before deciding on an a...

In our second episode, Rebekah Lowles, Melissa Greenwood and Israa Addeh explore what life is like at Bristows as members of the Business Services cohort. This episode covers: Why they chose a business services apprenticeship What drew them to Bristows What a typical day in the life looks like Their highlights since starting their apprenticeship Don't forget to follow us on Instagram ! Visit...

In our debut episode, Kalay Mayan and Ciara Redican explore what it means to be a solicitor apprentice and what they have learnt along the way. They cover: What a solicitor apprenticeship is (and how it works) Why they chose the apprenticeship route What drew them to Bristows What their current roles involve day-to-day How they balance work, study and a social life Don't forget to follow us o...