Digital Legal Delivery Apprentice
About the programme
At HSF Kramer, we're committed to nurturing ambition from the ground up. Our Digital Legal Delivery Apprenticeship Programme offers an alternative route into obtaining a law degree. Based in our Belfast office, this four-year programme, blends world-class training, academic study, and hands-on legal experience. You’ll earn a competitive salary while working towards a law degree (LLB) through Ulster University.
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A programme designed for you
As a Digital Legal Delivery apprentice, you'll be part of our team from day one — contributing to real work. Over four years, you’ll rotate through different practice groups and specialist teams, developing hands-on experience across key areas of law.

Alongside your rotations, you’ll receive world-class support and training, helping you grow into a well-rounded legal professional, with the knowledge, confidence and practical skills to succeed

Salary and benefits

£24,750 starting salary
You’ll earn a competitive salary, which will be reviewed each year of the programme. 
Benefits
One day each week you will attend Ulster University and this will be paid. To support you further we will make a financial contribution towards course materials. You'll also be entitled to generous annual leave and a range of benefits to suit you including our Wellbeing fund of £750 per year" 
Support along the way
Your development is our shared ambition. You'll be supported at every stage through:

  • Dedicated supervisors to guide your development
  • Expert mentoring from solicitors across the firm
  • Access to the Belfast People Team, there to provide support and resources whenever needed
What you'll gain
At the end of the four-year programme you'll have:

  • A law degree (LLB Hons)
  • Four years of practical legal experience at a leading global law firm

How to apply

Applications open: 2 February 2026
Applications close: 27 February 2026

Our application process is designed to let you show your potential, curiosity, and drive — everything you need to succeed in law and thrive here with us.

Please tell us in your application if there any mitigating circumstances that should be considered.  You can also indicate if you require any adjustments to be made to enable you to participate fully in the recruitment process for any reason, for example due to a disability or health condition.
Step 1
Application form
Kickstart your journey with us by completing our online application form. Here, you'll share details about your educational background and any work experience you've gathered along the way. We're also interested in hearing more about you, so you'll be asked to provide written responses to three application questions.
Step 2
Technical expertise
Successful candidates will progress to the next step and complete a remote technical exercise.  You will be provided with some pre-reading and guidance in advance and can agree to complete this on a date and time that is convenient for you.   You will be sent a link to access the exercise and will have 1 hour and 45 minutes to complete.
Step 3
Assessment centre
The final stage of our process is the assessment centre, where you'll participate in a variety of interviews and exercises. This is your chance to showcase your skills and potential in a variety of contexts. We've designed this stage to give you the opportunity to excel in different areas, making the process as comprehensive and fair as possible.
Step 4
Offer
If you shine at the assessment centre and are successful, you'll receive an offer to join our team in September. It's a significant step in your career journey, and we'll be thrilled to welcome you to Life at HSF Kramer. We're excited about the potential of working together and helping you grow in your legal career.

What we look for
Academic requirements
  • GCSE English minimum Grade C.​​​​​​
  • Predicted to achieve, or obtained, a minimum of AAB at A-Level or equivalent UCAS points.

Right to work
To become an apprentice, you must be 16 or over, and a UK citizen/someone who has right of residency in the UK.