You must have A-Levels or equivalent, achieving at least 120 UCAS Points to be considered for the apprenticeship programme.

You will support clients in healthcare legal matters, assist with claims and insurance coverage, and engage in legal representation, all while studying for a Level 4 qualification.

United Kingdom

Sheffield

Large

Kennedys is a global law firm with expertise in litigation/dispute resolution and advisory services, particularly in the insurance/reinsurance and liability sectors. With over 2,150 people worldwide across 41 offices in the UK and Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific and the Americas, we have some of the most respected legal minds in their fields.

We act for insurers, reinsurers, Lloyd’s Syndicates, public bodies and corporates. Our deep sector knowledge means that we understand the impact of proposed regulations and advise our clients on the implications this will have on their business. Every day we make a difference for our clients.

Kennedys

A global law firm with expertise in litigation/dispute resolution and advisory services.

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 Our Legal Apprenticeship - Healthcare
 Applications for our Legal Apprenticeship are now open, for a September 2025 start.
 Our two year paralegal apprenticeship is aimed at those that have completed A Levels or equivalent studies. The apprenticeship offers an introduction to the fundamentals of legal practice and provides a combination of learning and working within one of our legal teams, to build your knowledge and the skills required to work as a Litigation Assistant at Kennedys.
 You will be able to earn a salary and gain a qualification at the same time with the opportunity to study toward a Level 4 Certificate of Higher Education in Legal Services, which is equivalent to the first year of a law undergraduate degree.
 In addition to a dedicated supervisor at Kennedys, you will have a personal tutor and student manager at BPP, to ensure that you have all the support you need at work and with your studies.
 Team
 The Healthcare division advise the NHS Resolution, NHS Trusts and medical malpractice insurers of private hospitals, clinics and practitioners on EL/PL and clinical negligence claims. The team advise on medical insurance coverage, health law advice and regulatory matters and represent clients at inquests and judicial reviews. The team have a presence across our London, Cambridge, Sheffield, Birmingham and some of our global offices.
 Clients
 <ul>
 <li>NHS Resolution</li>
 <li>NHS Healthcare clients</li>
 <li>Independent hospital groups and practitioners</li>
 </ul>
 To be considered for the apprenticeship programme, you will need:
 To have studied A-Levels or equivalent studies and achieved at least 120 UCAS Points
 Closing date: 28 February 2025
 Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support in order to submit your application to Kennedys.
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 Our Legal Apprenticeship - Healthcare
 Applications for our Legal Apprenticeship are now open, for a September 2025 start.
 Our two year paralegal apprenticeship is aimed at those that have completed A Levels or equivalent studies. The apprenticeship offers an introduction to the fundamentals of legal practice and provides a combination of learning and working within one of our legal teams, to build your knowledge and the skills required to work as a Litigation Assistant at Kennedys.
 You will be able to earn a salary and gain a qualification at the same time with the opportunity to study toward a Level 4 Certificate of Higher Education in Legal Services, which is equivalent to the first year of a law undergraduate degree.
 In addition to a dedicated supervisor at Kennedys, you will have a personal tutor and student manager at BPP, to ensure that you have all the support you need at work and with your studies.
  Team
 The Healthcare division advise the NHS Resolution, NHS Trusts and medical malpractice insurers of private hospitals, clinics and practitioners on EL/PL and clinical negligence claims. The team advise on medical insurance coverage, health law advice and regulatory matters and represent clients at inquests and judicial reviews. The team have a presence across our London, Cambridge, Sheffield, Birmingham and some of our global offices.
  Clients
 
  NHS Resolution
  NHS Healthcare clients
  Independent hospital groups and practitioners
 
 To be considered for the apprenticeship programme, you will need:
 To have studied A-Levels or equivalent studies and achieved at least 120 UCAS Points
  Closing date: 28 February 2025
 Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support in order to submit your application to Kennedys.


Sheffield Legal Apprenticeship 2025 - Healthcare

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