The VacancyWhat is Fieldfisher?Fieldfisher is a European law firm with market-leading practices in technology, financial services, energy & natural resources and life sciences.
What does the IT team do? Our IT department supports Fieldfishers technology and digital systems internationally. This includes maintaining our hardware and software, managing user access, supporting our case management and operational systems, ensuring cyber security, delivering technical support to colleagues, and helping the firm adopt new tools and technology. The team also looks after system upgrades, troubleshooting, data integrity, and works closely with departments across the firm to keep everything running smoothly.
This apprenticeship would suit somebody who This role would appeal to someone whos curious about how a large organisations IT function operates and who has a genuine interest in technology. Theyll learn how systems are supported day-to-day, how IT keeps the firm secure, and how the team partners with colleagues to solve problems and improve the user experience. It would suit someone who enjoys practical learning, problem-solving, and working with people. The apprentice will be supported by experienced mentors throughout.
As an IT Apprentice, you will. The IT apprenticeship will give you a full overview of Fieldfishers technology function. The successful candidate will rotate every six months across key areas of the IT team, including:
- Service Desk Support helping colleagues with day-to-day technical issues, setting up equipment, troubleshooting software, and ensuring our people can work smoothly.
- Infrastructure supporting the firms core systems, servers, networks, and hardware, and learning how everything stays secure and reliable.
- Cyber Security understanding how we protect the firm from security threats, monitoring activity, and helping to maintain compliance and safe working practices.
- Applications & Systems supporting and maintaining our legal and business applications, learning how updates, integrations and improvements are delivered.
- Projects & Change working with the Business Technology team on upgrades, system changes, new tools and firmwide IT improvements.
Candidates should have:- A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English, IT and Maths grades 9-6 (A-C)
- The ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Curiosity and flexibility
- An eagerness to learn
- Drive and determination for a career in professional services
- Problem-solving skills
- A 'can do' attitude
What can we offer you?As part of
The ACE Programme, the work you do will depend on the role you choose. However, regardless of which team you work in, as an ACE Apprentice, you will receive:
- Career Development: The opportunity to work on exciting projects and real-life work whilst developing your skills, knowledge and behaviours.
- Supportive Environment: Fieldfisher is an environment that will support, challenge, and prepare you for a successful career.
- Impactful Culture: Join a collaborative and inclusive culture where all contributions are significant.
- Structured Programme: You'll complete a thorough induction with the 2026 cohort of ACE Apprentices and will receive bespoke training and development with our IT and People Development teams.
- Inspiring Mentorship: Work with leaders and a buddy who will guide, nurture, and inspire your achievements.
- Community Engagement: Participate in clubs and networks, firm-funded activities and events with charity partners.
- Earn While You Learn: You'll complete a nationally recognised qualification with the firm's chosen provider, complementing the practical work experience you'll gain whilst with Fieldfisher.
Recruitment Process (Dates subject to change) - Completing an online application form - The deadline to apply is Tuesday, 31st March 2026
- Video interview - between March and April 2026
- Attending our Assessment Centre - Date to be confirmed
- Start date - Tuesday 1st September 2026
Please note that we recruit on a rolling basis; your application may be reviewed before the deadline. We always suggest applying early where possible.
Inclusion is not exclusive: If all our differences are highlighted, no one stands out for being different. At Fieldfisher, all our rich diversity is celebrated.
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