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Deadline for applications is 9am 26 June 2025We have a fantastic opportunity for a graduate&nbsp;to join our&nbsp;Corporate + Commercial department&nbsp;in Bristol city centre as a&nbsp;Graduate Apprentice Solicitor.Due to the department’s excellent reputation, growing network and the expansion of the commercial services division, we are recruiting a Graduate Apprentice to meet increasing client work demands and assist with the department’s continued growth.This is an exciting opportunity to join our growing and successful commercial services division which consists of several specialist departments including Commercial Property, Commercial Litigation, Property Litigation and Employment as well as the Corporate + Commercial department. The successful candidate will undertake legal work and contribute to the department in line with the firm’s business plan under supervision of the team’s Head of Department.The roleOur 27-month Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme has been designed to provide immediate, direct exposure to a range of live cases, giving you the opportunity to gain invaluable experience. Throughout the programme, you will be assisted and trained in the required practice area of Corporate + Commercial. You will build your workload, providing a profitable contribution to the department in line with the firm’s policies and protocols and with the aim of meeting your monthly individual fee and time targets.You will have monthly 121 meetings with your supervisor, and in line with our firm’s culture and aim to nurture and ‘grow our own’ talent, we will support and mentor your own development and progression aligned with business needs of the department and firm.You can expect to be involved in the legal handling of:<ul><li>Buying and selling businesses and companies.</li><li>Setting up companies.</li><li>Providing advice to start-ups.</li><li>Shareholders’ agreements.</li><li>Advising on terms and conditions and other commercial contracts.</li><li>Corporate governance advisory matters.</li><li>Exit of shareholders including share transfers and buybacks.</li></ul>Admin duties<ul><li>Opening files.</li><li>Attending client meetings with fee earners.</li><li>Preparing draft documentation.</li><li>Administering online data rooms.</li><li>Contacting clients and opposing parties.</li><li>Liaising with third parties.</li><li>Organising documents and entering information into our practice management system.</li><li>Preparation of emails and bills.</li></ul>How the Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship works:The role will involve increasing levels of responsibility with experience and:<ul><li>You will be expected to pass the probationary period of at least six months.</li><li>You will be enrolled on the Graduate Apprenticeship Programme with the University of Law at the earliest possible date.</li><li>When enrolled on the Graduate Apprenticeship Programme, you will work four days a week in the relevant department and one day a week ‘off the job’ studying as required.</li><li>You will be granted study leave as required by the Graduate Apprenticeship Programme in advance of the SQE 1 and 2 exams.</li><li>You will work five days a week in the department before being enrolled with the University of Law and when there is no requirement for ‘off the job’ studying or study leave.</li><li>You must be prepared to study in your own time as required.</li></ul>All other expectations are summarised in the Graduate Apprenticeship Programme Pack which will be given to the successful candidate when they join the firm. The Apprenticeship is delivered mainly online meaning you will spend most of your time studying independently.&nbsp;Throughout the programme and beyond, you will be expected to exercise high standards of client care in a professional and pleasant manner at all times.About usBarcan and Kirby is well known in the Bristol legal market both as a provider of excellent legal services for individuals and businesses, and as a progressive employer.We are committed to developing and nurturing our people, and encouraging positive wellbeing and mental health is central to our culture. We encourage open communication and foster a culture where colleagues are supported in achieving a real work/life balance.At Barcan and Kirby, we work hard to maintain a culture of kindness and friendliness, and welcome applications from individuals who fit with our values.We like to think that we do things a bit differently from other law firms.The ideal candidateOur ideal candidate will:<ul><li>Have a Law degree (minimum 2:1, or predicted grade of 2:1 minimum. Candidates currently completing their law degree are welcome to apply, provided the qualification is obtained prior to the role’s start date).</li><li>Hold a GCSE in Mathematics and English– Grade 4 minimum (or equivalent).</li><li>Have the right to work in the UK. You will be required to provide evidence of your eligibility as part of the recruitment and onboarding process.</li><li>Be IT literate and confident in using and adapting new systems and processes.</li></ul>Please note:<ul><li>Internal applicants must be in a Paralegal role or moving to a paralegal role.</li><li>Candidates with the Legal Practice Course or any SQE qualifications are ineligible to apply.</li></ul>Location and working hours<ul><li>Full-time (office hours are 9am – 5.15pm, Monday to Friday).</li><li>Fixed-term contract until completion of the Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme (minimum 27 months). Where possible, the firm hopes to place the Apprentice in a qualified role, but this will be subject to business needs at the time of qualification.</li><li>The role is office based at our Prince House office in Bristol city centre.</li></ul>SalaryThe salary for this role is £23,751 per annum.Belonging at Barcan and KirbyWe are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive working environment. We want you to bring your true self to work and encourage applications from anyone who embodies our values, regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, disability status, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity or anything else that makes you, you.If there is anything we can do to make things more comfortable for you as part of the application process, including making a reasonable adjustment, please let us know by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@barcankirby.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@barcankirby.co.uk</a>.Closing date for applicationsApplications for this role close at 9am on&nbsp;Thursday 26th June. Candidates will be notified the week commencing 30th June if shortlisted for interview. Interviews will take place on Monday 14th July at our Prince House office.Application processApplicants are required to:<ul><li>Complete the standard Graduate Apprenticeship Programme application form; and</li><li>Provide a CV and covering letter which should include why you want to be become a solicitor, why you want to work for Barcan+Kirby and why you would like to work in the Corporate + Commercial department.</li></ul>Applicants invited to interview will be expected to:<ul><li>Complete a pre-interview task to present at the interview. The interview will also consist of answering set questions and a written task.</li></ul>How to applyReady to apply for this role? Send us your CV, cover letter and completed Graduate Apprenticeship Programme form to us by email.

Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship - 2025 - Barcan+Kirby

Closing Date: &nbsp;23/06/2025, 23:55 hoursInterview dates: Provisionally scheduled for 17 &amp; 18 July 2025Salary: £28,585 - £30,044Purpose of the post:&nbsp;Are you looking for a truly varied role where you will be involved in a range of matters including inquiries, litigation and complaints?&nbsp;This is an exciting time for the IMA and some of the work we have been doing includes:&nbsp;<ul><li>A range of litigation, including a landmark judicial review of elements of the EU Settlement Scheme, and important interventions on novel and contentious questions of interpretation of the Withdrawal Agreement. </li><li>The IMA’s first inquiry on delays in the issuing of Certificates of Application under the EU Settlement Scheme. </li><li>Reviewing legislation from each of the different governments across the UK which cover a range of subjects including student finance, social security, immigration and the recognition of qualifications.&nbsp;</li></ul>You can read more about this work and more on our website.&nbsp;We are expanding our Legal team to help support this work and are looking for a Trainee Solicitor to join our current team.&nbsp;We are offering a truly varied role that will give wide exposure across the full range of legal matters requiring input from the IMA Legal Directorate. The role will offer a unique opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive but challenging environment.&nbsp;&nbsp;You will work to a Senior Legal Adviser, within a current team of 9 lawyers (comprising 3 Senior Legal Advisers&nbsp; 5 Legal Advisers and 1 Trainee Solicitor) within the Legal Directorate of the Independent Monitoring Authority, reporting to the IMA General Counsel.&nbsp;&nbsp;As a Trainee Solicitor, you will be expected to contribute to the successful delivery of legal services within the IMA. You can expect to assist in all aspects of the IMA’s work, including in relation to inquiries, legislation monitoring, litigation, complaints in addition to contribution to the development of training materials and guidance. You will have the full support of all colleagues both from within the Legal Directorate and from colleagues across the IMA.&nbsp;As part of your training, it is likely that you will be expected to undertake a short period of secondment with another public sector legal department or solicitor’s firm, in order to ensure that you receive a breadth of experience of working within the legal sector.&nbsp;We offer any tailored learning and development required for you to thrive in this role and you have support and guidance to progress your legal career.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Trainee Solicitor role is a fixed term appointment of up to two years. If appointed and you successfully complete the required training contract, a 24-month transitional period will apply during which you will be offered a permanent appointment as a Legal Adviser at Senior Executive Officer (SEO) grade working towards Grade 7. During the transitional period, you will be expected to successfully complete the objectives and meet the performance standards of the Grade 7 Legal Adviser Framework. In accordance with business needs, you will be provided with the support, training and opportunities to develop the skills, knowledge and expertise to achieve this goal.&nbsp;&nbsp;Essential Skills:&nbsp;&nbsp;You will have&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree although this does not have to be in law.  [Alternatively, if you hold a Certificate of Academic Standing or Equivalent Means from the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), you will be eligible to apply.  Fellows and graduate members of CILEx who have satisfied the SRA’s academic stage of training are also eligible.] </li><li>Have either passed the Legal Practice Course (LPC) or both the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) 1 and SQE 2 by 1 September 2025.&nbsp;</li></ul>And you will be able to demonstrate the following:&nbsp;<ul><li>excellent legal research skills, </li><li>good drafting skills, </li><li>good written and verbal communication skills, </li><li>accuracy and attention to detail, planning and organising to deliver work to tight deadlines, </li><li>ability to build effective working relationships with a range of colleagues and work as part of a team.&nbsp;</li></ul>Behaviours&nbsp;We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:&nbsp;<ul><li>Making Effective Decisions. </li><li>Working together. </li><li>Communicating and Influencing. </li><li>Delivering at pace.&nbsp;</li></ul>Please refer to our candidate pack for further informationPwrpas y swydd:&nbsp;Ydych chi’n chwilio am rôl wirioneddol amrywiol lle byddwch chi’n ymwneud ag amrywiaeth o faterion, gan gynnwys ymchwiliadau, ymgyfreitha a chwynion?&nbsp;Mae hwn yn gyfnod cyffrous i’r IMA ac mae peth o’r gwaith rydym wedi bod yn ei wneud yn cynnwys y canlynol:&nbsp;<ul><li>Amrywiol fathau o ymgyfreitha, gan gynnwys adolygiad barnwrol arloesol o rai o elfennau’r Cynllun Preswylio’n Sefydlog i Ddinasyddion yr UE, ac ymyriadau pwysig mewn cysylltiad â chwestiynau newydd a dadleuol ynghylch dehongli’r Cytundeb Ymadael. </li><li>Ymchwiliad cyntaf yr IMA i oedi wrth gyhoeddi Tystysgrifau Cais o dan y Cynllun Preswylio’n Sefydlog i Ddinasyddion yr UE. </li><li>Adolygu deddfwriaeth o bob un o lywodraethau gwahanol y DU sy’n ymdrin â nifer o bynciau gan gynnwys cyllid myfyrwyr, nawdd cymdeithasol, mewnfudo a chydnabod cymwysterau.&nbsp;</li></ul>Gallwch ddarllen rhagor am y gwaith hwn a mwy ar ein gwefan&nbsp; &lt;<a href="https://ima-citizensrights.org.uk/news/&gt;&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://ima-citizensrights.org.uk/news/&gt;&amp;nbsp</a>;Rydym yn ehangu ein tîm Cyfreithiol i helpu i gefnogi’r gwaith hwn ac rydym yn chwilio am Gyfreithiwr dan Hyfforddiant i ymuno â’n tîm presennol.&nbsp;Rydym yn cynnig rôl wirioneddol amrywiol a fydd yn rhoi sylw eang i’r ystod lawn o faterion cyfreithiol y mae angen i Gyfarwyddiaeth Gyfreithiol yr IMA gyfrannu atynt. Bydd y rôl yn cynnig cyfle unigryw i ddatblygu eich sgiliau mewn amgylchedd cefnogol ond heriol.&nbsp;&nbsp;Byddwch yn gweithio i Uwch Gynghorydd Cyfreithiol, o fewn tîm o 9 cyfreithiwr ar hyn o bryd (sy’n cynnwys 3 Uwch Gynghorydd Cyfreithiol, 5 Cynghorydd Cyfreithiol ac 1 Cyfreithiwr dan Hyfforddiant) yng Nghyfarwyddiaeth Gyfreithiol yr Awdurdod Monitro Annibynnol, gan adrodd i Gwnsler Cyffredinol yr IMA.&nbsp;&nbsp;Fel Cyfreithiwr dan Hyfforddiant, bydd disgwyl i chi gyfrannu at ddarparu gwasanaethau cyfreithiol yn llwyddiannus o fewn yr IMA. Gallwch ddisgwyl cynorthwyo â phob agwedd ar waith yr IMA, gan gynnwys mewn perthynas ag ymchwiliadau, monitro deddfwriaeth, ymgyfreitha a chwynion yn ogystal â chyfrannu at ddatblygu canllawiau a deunyddiau hyfforddi. Byddwch yn cael cefnogaeth lawn eich holl gydweithwyr yn y Gyfarwyddiaeth Gyfreithiol a gan gydweithwyr ar draws yr IMA.&nbsp;Fel rhan o'ch hyfforddiant, mae'n debygol y bydd disgwyl i chi dreulio cyfnod byr ar secondiad gydag adran gyfreithiol mewn sector cyhoeddus neu gwmni cyfreithwyr arall, er mwyn sicrhau eich bod yn cael profiad eang o weithio yn y sector cyfreithiol.&nbsp;Rydym yn cynnig unrhyw ddysgu a datblygu wedi’u teilwra sy’n ofynnol er mwyn i chi ffynnu yn y rôl hon, a byddwch yn cael cefnogaeth ac arweiniad i ddatblygu eich gyrfa gyfreithiol.&nbsp;&nbsp;Penodiad am gyfnod penodol o hyd at ddwy flynedd yw rôl y Cyfreithiwr dan Hyfforddiant. Os cewch eich penodi a’ch bod yn cwblhau’r contract hyfforddi gofynnol yn llwyddiannus, bydd cyfnod pontio o 24 mis yn berthnasol. Yn ystod y cyfnod hwn byddwch yn cael cynnig penodiad parhaol fel Cynghorydd Cyfreithiol ar raddfa Uwch Swyddog Gweithredol (SEO), gan weithio tuag at Raddfa 7. Yn ystod y cyfnod pontio, bydd disgwyl i chi gyflawni amcanion a bodloni safonau perfformiad Graddfa 7 y Fframwaith Cynghorydd Cyfreithiol. Yn unol ag anghenion y busnes, byddwch yn cael y gefnogaeth, yr hyfforddiant a’r cyfleoedd i ddatblygu’r sgiliau, yr wybodaeth a’r arbenigedd i gyflawni’r nod hwn.&nbsp;&nbsp;Sgiliau Hanfodol:&nbsp;&nbsp;Bydd gennych&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>radd anrhydedd 2:2 o leiaf er nad oes yn rhaid i’r radd honno fod yn y gyfraith.  [Neu, os oes gennych Dystysgrif Statws Academaidd neu Ddulliau Cyfwerth gan yr Awdurdod Rheoleiddio Cyfreithwyr (SRA), byddwch yn gymwys i wneud cais.  Mae cymrodyr ac aelodau graddedig o CILEx sydd wedi bodloni cam academaidd hyfforddiant yr SRA hefyd yn gymwys.] </li><li>Byddwch naill ai wedi pasio’r Cwrs Ymarfer Cyfreithiol (LPC) neu’r Arholiad Cymhwyso Cyfreithwyr (SQE) 1 a’r Arholiad Cymhwyso Cyfreithwyr 2 erbyn 1 Medi 2025.&nbsp;</li></ul>A byddwch yn gallu dangos y canlynol:&nbsp;<ul><li>sgiliau ymchwil gyfreithiol rhagorol, </li><li>sgiliau drafftio da, </li><li>sgiliau cyfathrebu da ar lafar ac ar bapur, </li><li>cywirdeb a’r gallu i roi sylw i fanylion, gallu cynllunio a threfnu i gyflawni gwaith o fewn amserlenni tynn, </li><li>gallu meithrin perthynas waith effeithiol gydag amrywiaeth o randdeiliaid a gweithio fel rhan o dîm.&nbsp;</li></ul>Ymddygiadau&nbsp;Byddwn yn eich asesu yn erbyn yr ymddygiadau canlynol yn ystod y broses ddethol:&nbsp;<ul><li>Gwneud Penderfyniadau Effeithiol. </li><li>Cydweithio. </li><li>Cyfathrebu a Dylanwadu. </li><li>Cyflawni'n gyflym.&nbsp;</li></ul>Cyfeiriwch yn ol I ein pecyn ymgeisydd am mwy o gwybodaethBusiness unit information &nbsp;About the IMAThe IMA is an independent body that makes sure the rights of EU and EEA EFTA citizens and their family members living in the UK and Gibraltar are upheld following the departure of the UK from the EU.The IMA has two broad duties as set out in Part 2 of the Withdrawal and Separation Agreements – to monitor and to promote.<ul><li>We monitor UK public bodies to make sure they adequately and effectively implement the rights provided for by the Citizens’ Rights Agreements.</li><li>We promote the adequate and effective implementation and application of the Agreements by holding public bodies to account where there is not full compliance.</li></ul>The IMA is an independent arms-length body sponsored by the Ministry of Justice.Further information can be found at:&nbsp;<a href="https://ima-citizensrights.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://ima-citizensrights.org.uk/</a>We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging.Ynglŷn â'r AMAMae’r Awdurdod Monitro Annibynnol (“yr IMA”) yn gorff annibynnol sy’n sicrhau bod hawliau dinasyddion yr UE a gwledydd EFTA yr Ardal Economaidd Ewropeaidd sy’n byw yn y DU a Gibraltar yn cael eu cynnal ar ôl i’r DU adael yr UE.Fel y nodir yn Rhan 2 y Cytundebau Ymadael a Gwahanu, mae gan yr IMA ddwy ddyletswydd eang – sef monitro a hyrwyddo.<ul><li>Rydym yn monitro cyrff cyhoeddus yn y DU i sicrhau eu bod yn gweithredu’n ddigonol ac yn effeithiol yn unol â’r hawliau a ddarperir gan y Cytundebau Hawliau Dinasyddion.</li><li>Rydym yn hyrwyddo’r gwaith o weithredu a defnyddio’r Cytundebau yn ddigonol ac yn effeithiol drwy ddal cyrff cyhoeddus i gyfrif lle nad oes cydymffurfiad llawn.</li></ul>Yr IMA yw corff hyd braich, annibynnol y Weinyddiaeth Gyfiawnder.Mae rhagor o wybodaeth ar gael yn:&nbsp;<a href="https://ima-citizensrights.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://ima-citizensrights.org.uk/</a>Rydym yn annog ceisiadau gan bobl o bob cefndir ac yn anelu at gael gweithlu sy’n cynrychioli’r gymdeithas ehangach yr ydym yn ei gwasanaethu. Rydym yn ymfalchïo mewn bod yn gyflogwr o ddewis. Rydym yn hyrwyddo amrywiaeth, cynhwysiant a lles ac yn anelu at greu gweithle lle mae pawb yn teimlo eu bod yn cael eu gwerthfawrogi ac ymdeimlad o berthyn.BenefitsWe take development seriously and want to enable you to build a successful career with the IMA. It is crucial that our employees have the right skills to develop their careers and meet the challenges ahead, and you’ll benefit from regular performance and development reviews to ensure this development is ongoing.You’ll be entitled to a large range of benefits: &nbsp;<ul><li>Learning and development tailored to your role </li><li>Flexible working options, including flexi time </li><li>25 days annual leave on entry, increasing on a sliding scale to 30 days after 5 years’ service. This is in addition to 8 public holidays. This will be complimented by one privilege day entitlement. </li><li>A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity </li><li>Civil Service Pension – a competitive contributory pension scheme that you can enter as soon as you join where we will make a significant contribution (an average employer contribution of 27%) to the cost of your pension. Your contributions come out of your salary before any tax is taken </li><li>Established reward and recognition scheme for staff </li><li>Generous paid maternity and paternity leave which is notably more than the statutory minimum offered by many other employers </li><li>Interest-free loans allowing you to spread the cost of an annual travel season ticket or a new bicycle </li><li>Occupational sick pay, employee assistance services and health and wellbeing initiatives such as flu vaccines and health screening. </li><li>We have a range of family-friendly policies, such as part-time working, job sharing, parental leave and career breaks and a range of leave options for parents. These depend on business needs, but our aim is to help you achieve a positive work-life balance. </li></ul>

Trainee Solicitor - 2025 - Independent Monitoring Authority

Application deadline: Friday 27 June 2025.&nbsp;SalaryThe starting salary for trainee solicitors at Hodge Jones &amp; Allen Solicitors from September 2026 is £29,500 pa. This increases to £31,500 pa in the second year of the contract.Please ensure that you fill all sections of the form and send your completed application to us by email.The Training SchemeHodge Jones &amp; Allen Solicitors have an extremely popular training scheme for solicitors. Our successful two year Solicitor Training Programme involves four seats of six months in teams of your choice, where possible. Each trainee shares a room with a partner or a senior solicitor and is closely supervised.Most of the training is in-house with some formal courses held externally. The work is hard but stimulating. The firm has a mentoring scheme for its trainees, whereby a former HJA trainee acts as a mentor for a current trainee.What to expect when you applyAt the end of the application process, candidates are selected for interview, via our ‘blind’ recruitment process and are invited to attend a first stage interview in August and if successful, they will attend a second stage interview in September, for a training contract to start in the following September.Hodge Jones &amp; Allen Solicitors presently have a total of twelve trainees.Who can apply for a training contract?Applications from both law and non-law graduates are welcome. You should be able to demonstrate a consistently high level of academic and personal achievement. We generally expect an upper second class degree.At the end of the application process, candidates are selected for interview, via our ‘blind’ recruitment process and are invited to attend a first stage interview in August and if successful, they will attend a second stage interview in September, for a training contract to start in the following September.Triple Lex 100 WinnerLex 100 is the Student’s Guide to the UK’s premier law firms. Each year trainees are asked to provide anonymous feedback on their training contract and to rate their experiences according to several different criteria. The survey results provide potential candidates with a valuable inside look at different firms, allowing them to make a more informed decision as to which employer may be the right match for them.We are incredibly proud that we are a Lex 100 Winner for 2018/19 in the following categories: job satisfaction, quality of work and client contact. Hodge Jones &amp; Allen was also a triple Lex 100 Winner in 2016/2017 edition.RESPONSIBLE TO: Partner, as designated by the firm.ROLE: To provide a high quality legal service to all our clients whilst gaining competency to practice as a solicitor in a supported environment.SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES1. Case and Transaction ManagementThese duties will initially be conducted under the supervision of a partner:-<ul><li>Conduct interviews with clients</li><li>Gain understanding client expectations and requirements</li><li>Assess legal problems</li><li>Advise clients on costs</li><li>Conduct legal research</li><li>Successfully deliver transactional goals</li><li>Devise outline strategy for case</li><li>Draft case papers</li><li>Obtain information from relevant experts</li><li>Assess the strengths and weaknesses of the other side’s case</li><li>Brief a barrister</li><li>Negotiate settlements</li><li>Meet deadlines for court appearance</li><li>Issue proceedings</li><li>Attend court to conduct advocacy and/or with counsel and/or to take notes</li><li>Make applications to the court</li><li>Maintain confidentiality</li><li>Comply with all office procedure requirements</li></ul>2. Administration<ul><li>Maintain the training record</li><li>Conduct self-appraisal and development planning</li><li>Actively participate in supervision and appraisal</li><li>Complete time recording</li><li>Maintain files (usually electronically but also in paper)</li><li>Deal with billing, paying costs and closing files</li><li>Follow administrative systems and procedures</li></ul>3. Development<ul><li>Gain competency in the skill standards</li><li>Participate in team meetings and social and charitable activities</li><li>Attend internal courses and pass the Professional Skills Course</li><li>Keep up to date with law and practice</li><li>Assist business development</li><li>Achieve admission to the roll</li></ul>Personal SkillsYou will be expected to provide professional, efficient and friendly service to clients.Interpersonal SkillsYou will be expected to communicate clearly and appropriately, both orally and verbally with other parties whilst maintaining excellent working relationships. Other duties include being able to negotiating with clients and other professionals to secure the desired objective(s).Academic skillsYou will have a good academic record having preferably obtained a 2.1 degree or higher at University and passed all the necessary law exams.Organisational SkillsYou will be expected to assist in the preparation of cases, usually under pressure and to tight deadlines. You must, therefore, be able to prioritise workloads at any given time.Management SkillsYou will have the ability to view situations from a commercial or business perspective. This requires you to look at a situation from different angles. You must, therefore, be capable of delegating tasks, supervising where appropriate and working on your own initiative.

Trainee Solicitor - 2026 - Hodge Jones & Allen

Applications should be submitted no later than 15th August 2025Maples Teesdale is committed to providing high quality training for our trainees. Each recruit is carefully selected and our aim is to retain as many trainees at the end of their training contracts as possible.You will receive the best training possible in a friendly and supportive environment. At the same time, we will ensure that your training contract is stimulating and rewarding.As a specialist real estate practice, our largest department is our Commercial Property department. This is supported by five other departments: Construction, Corporate; Finance, Litigation and Planning. Our trainees have the opportunity to gain experience, skills and knowledge across these different departments in four, six-month seats.Our reputation as high quality, approachable and commercial lawyers attracts a calibre of client more readily associated with a large city firm. If you are successful in gaining a training contract, you will be involved in a variety of transactions with a high degree of responsibility.During each seat rotation, trainees sit with a Partner who acts as their supervisor allocating work to them and ensuring that they are also getting regular opportunities to work with a variety of fee-earners. They also play an active role in advising and developing their trainee throughout their training contract.We want you to feel part of our team from the outset. The training is very ‘hands on’ and we aim to give you as much responsibility as you are confident to handle. You will be actively encouraged to become a valuable member of the team, drafting documents, doing research and attending client meetings.Who we are looking forWe look for two or three trainees every year, which is a small number but guarantees the high level of responsibility that you will enjoy during your training contractWe welcome applications from both law and non-law students. Amongst other things, we look for candidates with a strong academic background (minimum ABB at A Level (excluding General Studies) and a 2.1 at degree level). When reviewing your application we also consider work experience (both legal and non-legal), sporting achievements and any positions of responsibility held. We also like to find out a little bit about you and your personality and what has inspired you into a career in the law.We do not use any automatic filtering systems and all applications are individually reviewed by a member of the graduate recruitment panel.How to applyAll applications for training contracts should be made online via the interactive application form. We do not accept speculative CVs. Candidates will then be shortlisted for interview.In your interview, two partners will ask you questions about your academic record, work experiences, interests and hobbies, and will discuss a brief property focused case study with you.

Training Contract - 2026 - Maples Teesdale

Deadline for applications is 8 September 2025Why Choose Warners?Warners is a top-tier regional law firm, recognised in Chambers, Legal 500, and other prestigious legal directories. We embrace modernity and innovation while honouring our rich heritage.Early Career OpportunitiesToday’s trainee solicitors are tomorrow’s partners. We are dedicated to nurturing talent, and our training programme reflects this commitment. We onboard two trainees each September, many of whom remain with the firm post-qualification, advancing to senior roles. Several of our current partners, including Mark Davis, Matthew Aves, Kevin Sullivan, and Fiona Taylor, began their careers as trainees here.Comprehensive Training and DevelopmentAs a trainee, you will rotate through four different departments, spending six months in each. You will collaborate closely with your supervisor and gain hands-on experience with a variety of legal issues. Our structured training includes:<ul><li>Induction: Your training begins with a structured induction programme ensuring you are welcomed to the firm as quickly and smoothly as possible.&nbsp; This includes receiving our Welcome Pack which sets out all you need to know about being a Trainee at Warners.</li><li>Buddy: Warners has a very effective Buddy system.&nbsp; You will be allocated your very own Buddy who will be on hand to offer any advice and answer any questions you may have on a day-day basis.</li><li>Appraisals and feedback meetings:&nbsp; These take place regularly with your Team Leader/Supervisor.&nbsp; These are an important part of your training and ensure you are constantly progressing and developing during your trainee programme.</li><li>Training Partner: Our dedicated Training Partner will also play a key role in supporting you through your training contract.</li><li>Our trainees participate in the Professional Skills Course (where relevant) as well as a range of in-house training sessions. We believe in continuous development.</li></ul>Engaging Work EnvironmentWe value a balanced work-life dynamic and encourage our trainees to participate in various firm activities such as:<ul><li>Social Events: Including a summer party and Christmas lunch.</li><li>Inter-Firm Sports Matches: Such as rounders and quiz nights.</li><li>Junior Lawyer Events: Networking and development opportunities.</li><li>Pro Bono Law Clinics: Giving back to the community.</li></ul>Application ProcessWe welcome applications from LPC and SQE candidates who have a 2:1 degree or higher. For SQE candidates, we require that you have passed SQE1. We offer sponsorship for the SQE2 assessment fee, subject to confirmation by our Management Board.Salary &amp; Benefits<ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Pension Scheme</li><li>Medicash</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>Paid parking</li><li>Reduced gym membership</li></ul>The selection process includes:<ul><li>Application Review: Assessment of your application form/CV.</li><li>Assessment Process: A competency-based interview with a Partner/s.&nbsp; You may also be required to undertake a written assessment. Further details will be provided once you have been selected for an interview.&nbsp;</li></ul>Who Should Apply?We seek enthusiastic, friendly team players who enjoy challenges and are ready for early responsibility.&nbsp;Ideal candidates will have:<ul><li>Collaboration Skills</li><li>Growth Mindset</li><li>Resilience</li><li>Client Focus</li><li>Business &amp; Commercial Mindset</li><li>Analytical &amp; Problem-Solving Abilities</li></ul>Contact UsIf you have any questions, please email our HR team.Discover more about becoming a trainee at Warners Solicitors and start your journey towards a rewarding legal career with us.Reasonable AdjustmentWarners is committed to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly and without discrimination. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process (including during the interview process), please let us know. Providing information regarding any adjustments you require will not affect your application in any way, and all information provided will be treated confidentially and held in accordance with our Privacy Notice.

Training Contract - 2026 - Warners Solicitors

Application deadline: 27 June 2025What happens during a Training Contract?We encourage our trainees to get exposure to both contentious and non-contentious work throughout their training contract, but we do not have any mandatory seat requirements. You will spend six months in four practice areas, working with a range of people from senior partners to more recently qualified solicitors. We have a mentoring and performance coaching programme, training and regular feedback conversations which nurture the development of your technical capability and client advisory skills.You will be encouraged from an early stage to take responsibility for your own files and participate in managing the client’s work. You will also be given opportunities to start developing your BD and networking skills.What is expected of a Trainee?We believe our people are key to achieving our strategic goals. Our expectation framework provides trainees with clear performance insights and a transparent guide to the skills and attributes that they are expected to achieve during the training contract. It supports personal growth by helping identify development areas and preparing for future responsibilities. Designed to ensure consistency, quality and accountability, this framework empowers trainees to take ownership of their careers and progress with confidence.Who is Collyer Bristow looking for?We pride ourselves on our collegiate and inclusive culture, and within this friendly environment our people benefit from working on a wide range of exciting, technically challenging and high value work for our clients.We are strong believers in supporting the whole person, so everyone can bring their authentic self to work.&nbsp; Supporting our people’s wellbeing is very important to us.&nbsp; Our wellbeing programme features regular speakers on key topics and access to various support networks to support our people’s financial, physical and mental wellbeing. We also provide access to subsidised back up child and eldercare and an extensive parental leave coaching programme. This is underpinned by our hybrid working policy; we encourage people to spend most of their time collaborating with clients and colleagues in our offices whilst benefitting from time working from home (a minimum 60% office based).For both intakes we will be accepting candidates who will be qualifying under the SQE route.When does the Training Contract begin?Assessment days will take place at the end of July/beginning of August 2025.Our 2026 traineeships will be confirmed one year in advance of their start date and our 2027 traineeships will be confirmed two years in advance of their start date.How do I apply?Please note: when applying for a training contract we require three documents: A completed application form, your CV, and a covering letter.&nbsp; All three documents should be uploaded along with your application to be eligible for consideration.If you have additional needs and requirements due to a medical reason, disability or any other reason that may prevent you from completing the online application in its current format please contact our HR team to discuss alternative arrangements or provisions for you.How long do I have to apply?Closing date for applications is midnight on 27 June 2025.

Training Contracts - 2026 & 2027 - Collyer Bristow

Deadlines:Vacation scheme 2 March 2025Training Contract 30 June 2025WHAT DO WE OFFER OUR TRAINEES?Our position as a leading international firm is built on our ability to understand, manage and complete transactions by drawing upon resources of our globally integrated practice areas. Our state-of-art telecommunications infrastructure links each of the Paul Hastings offices to the others and to our clients, facilitating the coordination of our transaction teams around the world.We will provide you with a first class training and development programme, combining on-the-job training and various professional courses. We will monitor your progress on a formal and informal basis to ensure you receive ongoing training and have the opportunity to give feedback on the programme itself and on those areas that you consider are of most interest to you.Our trainee solicitors will spend time in four seats, including corporate, capital markets, real estate, real estate finance, structured finance, leveraged finance, private funds, technology, cybersecurity, employment, litigation, restructuring and tax.Our firm offers a mentoring programme where an associate offers guidance to trainee solicitors through mentoring sessions and daily supervision. Mentors will seek to enrich and accelerate your professional growth by providing information about practices, as well as offering the personal guidance you will need to deal effectively with other lawyers and staff.We offer a competitive salary whilst training and benefits including medical insurance, a fitness and wellbeing allowance, life assurance and 25 working days' holiday.WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?Personal ProfileThere is no such thing as a "typical" Paul Hastings lawyer. We seek individuals with a wide variety of skills, who combine intellectual ability with enthusiasm, creativity and a demonstrable ability to thrive in a challenging environment. In addition, we expect you to show initiative and a willingness to make a positive contribution to the firm as a whole. People never thrive as individuals at Paul Hastings, only when they advance the common interest. When filling in the application form you should seek to demonstrate that you possess those qualities.Academic AbilityWe are looking for individuals with distinguished academic credentials. We expect candidates to have high level of achievement both at A Level (or equivalent) and degree level. This would normally mean an upper second or first class degree and a majority of A grades at A Level.Analytical AbilityThe exceptional depth and breadth of our practice means that we need to recruit those who can think clearly, identify the key aspects of a problem and apply sound commercial judgement and lateral thought. You will need to show that you can explain complex concepts in understandable terms, analyse the position and interpret the reaction of parties in complicated situations, anticipate risk and offer commercial solutions. We look for people who can see alternative ways of approaching and solving problems and who can identify key issues.DeterminationThe career path you have chosen is demanding, but rewarding. It will be intellectually challenging and make multiple demands on you. We therefore need to select individuals who possess the desire and drive to succeed in all circumstances and who can focus and deliver first-rate solutions even when under pressure.FlexibilityWe encourage innovation and are therefore looking for bright and engaging individuals who make a valuable contribution from day one. To achieve this you will need to enjoy dealing with new ideas and be able to adapt to new challenges. We are not just looking for talented legal minds – we need people who can appreciate the detail whilst not losing sight of the bigger picture.Interpersonal SkillsWe are a close-knit yet diverse office in London. Teamwork is paramount to our success. You will need to demonstrate that you have excellent communication skills and can interact with a broad range of colleagues and clients.OrganisationOur lawyers execute complex multi-jurisdictional transactions. It is essential to keep up with legal developments and understand our clients' businesses. You need to be able to manage, prioritise and not lose your cool when others might lose their's.Commercial AcumenCommercial sense and understanding usually develops with time and experience. However, we would expect you to demonstrate that you have the aptitude and potential to develop and apply business acumen as a lawyer.Enriching Your Training ExperienceTrainees are supported throughout the training period by an associate mentor and our Talent Management Team. They are encouraged to engage with Firm programmes and initiatives including charity and fundraising events, and affinity networks that promote diversity and inclusion.WHEN TO APPLYThe application deadline for 2027 Training Contracts is 30 June 2025. All applications will be reviewed after this date (not before).In June 2025 the firm will be offering&nbsp;Summer work placements. PHirst Steps placements will take place 16 - 27 June 2025. These placements are for those looking to gain experience in a City practice and will give participants experience of life at the firm and the work our lawyers do. Each placement is for one week and is paid. The deadline to apply is 2 March 2025.Our opportunities are open for applications to penultimate and final year law students, final year non-law students, and graduates.HOW TO APPLYClick Apply to apply for our March and September 2027 Training Contract positions. &nbsp; We will contact you by email to confirm receipt of your application. Please note that after this confirmation, we will only contact candidates who are invited to interview. Interviews for the March and September 2027 intakes will take place during August 2025.&nbsp;BROCHURETo learn more about training contracts at Paul Hastings, read our brochure.

Training Contract & Vacation Scheme - 2027 - Paul Hastings UK

DeadlinesInsight Day: by Friday 24th January 2025Training Contract: 30th June 2025Why choose Wilkes?Based in Birmingham, Wilkes is a growing firm with regional roots, national know-how, and an international outlook. We are a full-service firm across commercial, private client, and public sector work. Our focus? Doing right by people, working together, and being there for you. As you step into our trainee solicitor pathway, know it's more than a job - it's becoming part of a firm that values honesty, ambition, and shared success.Each year, we recruit 4 to 5 trainee solicitors. Applications are accepted from anyone in their second year of a degree onwards. If you would like to apply, complete the application form on our website, detailing your academic achievements, work experience, and reasons for applying. Ensure all sections are fully completed before submission. After submission, you'll receive a confirmation email; if not, contact us. Applications are reviewed after the closing date, and candidates typically hear back within a month regarding interviews. In rare cases where academic requirements are not met after an offer, each situation is reviewed individually, with offers withdrawn only in exceptional circumstances.A career as a solicitor is intellectually demanding, so we require strong academic achievement: a minimum of ABB at A Level (or equivalent) and at least a 2.1 degree classification. However, we assess applicants holistically, considering any mitigating circumstances. If offered a training contract, you must successfully pass your Legal Practice Certificate (LPC) or complete the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) requirements. LPC candidates must meet SRA transitional arrangements and complete the LPC before starting. SQE candidates must pass SQE1 before starting, with the option to complete SQE2 during the training contract, supported by a £1,500 contribution. We're also looking for curiosity, drive, teamwork, client focus, and integrity in our trainees.Future trainees may have the opportunity to work as paralegals at Wilkes before starting their training contracts, gaining valuable practical experience. During your training, you'll be supervised by qualified staff and have regular meetings with our Training Principal, Mark Hodgson. You’ll also access online webinars and a Junior Fee Earner programme focused on essential soft skills like networking and negotiation. Your training contract typically includes four 6-month seats across various practice areas, such as Corporate &amp; Commercial, Real Estate, and Personal Injury. Trainees at Wilkes handle significant work, from drafting documents and attending client meetings to participating in trials and mediations.We don't want our candidates to jump through hoops to secure a role with us. Instead our focus is on getting to know you as an individual, what your strengths are and what you aim to achieve in your career as a solicitor.We have a single interview day. You will firstly complete a short exercise which aims to help us ascertain whether you have the practical skills needed to be a solicitor. After this you will have a face-to-face interview with, amongst others, our Training Principal, Mark Hodgson and another Partner.Following the interview, we aim to get back to candidates as soon as possible.Our trainee salaries are reviewed annually to stay competitive, with a starting salary of £26,000 for 2023 and a minimum of £46,000 upon qualifying. Benefits include 24 days of annual leave (with options to purchase more), 2 days paid for volunteering, 4% matching pension contributions, life assurance at 4x base salary, a Medicash health cash plan, and discounts on conveyancing, wills, gym memberships, and more. Training seats are based in either our Birmingham City Office or Stanton Office in Shirley, Solihull. We aim to retain as many trainees as possible, with regular discussions about your preferred area of law and opportunities to apply for newly qualified vacancies as they arise. For any queries, contact <a href="mailto:mhodgson@wilkes.co.uk" target="_blank">mhodgson@wilkes.co.uk</a>, or reach out to our current trainees via the provided links for insights into life at Wilkes.Insight DaysOur Insight Days are back, taking place in February and March 2025, and applications are now open!Attending one of our Insight Days gives you access to practical sessions, an opportunity to meet our trainees, and gain insight into life at a city-centre law firm.To apply, send your CV and a cover letter detailing why you're passionate about law and what you hope to gain from your experience at Wilkes to <a href="mailto:recruitment@wilkes.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wilkes.co.uk</a> by Friday 24th January.For more information and to apply, select Apply.

Training Contract - 2027 - Wilkes

Application deadline: Vacation scheme 31 January 2025Application deadline: Training Contract 30 June 2025Trainee Solicitor vacancy 2027Many of our Directors and solicitors have completed training contracts with Mills &amp; Co and we see our trainees as the future of the firm. As a trainee you will work with three or four Directors, gaining experience in several different areas of law: shipping litigation, international trade, commercial contracts, sale of goods and ship finance.&nbsp;Most of your training will be work on actual cases, under supervision. Typical trainee tasks include reviewing documents, carrying out legal research, giving advice to clients by telephone or email, participating in meetings, drafting pleadings, and assisting with trial preparation. You will move on to more complex work and build your knowledge and skills base as your training contract progresses.&nbsp;Our starting salary for 2024 was £33,000. We also provide private health care and thirty-four days of annual leave (including bank holidays). We also have a pension scheme and a private health care plan. We sponsor successful candidates through future PGDL and LPC/SQE studies, paying the fees for the courses/exams, subject to certain criteria and conditions.We are looking for:&nbsp;<ul><li>Academically bright individuals&nbsp;</li><li>A 2:1 degree or above (not necessarily in law)&nbsp;</li><li>An appetite for challenging, stimulating work&nbsp;</li><li>Commercial awareness&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent time-management and communication skills&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to work well within a team&nbsp;</li><li>Flexibility and the ability to thrive under pressure&nbsp;</li><li>A genuine interest in shipping law&nbsp;</li><li>Commitment to a long-term job in the North East&nbsp;</li><li>Additional languages and previous experience of seafaring are desirable qualities, but not required.&nbsp;</li></ul>Our next vacancies are in 2027. The closing date for applications is 30 June 2025.&nbsp;Vacation scheme 2025Get the&nbsp;inside trackWe offer week-long vacation schemes for university students and prospective trainees. During the week you will sit with one of our Directors, experience the work we do for yourself, and attend internal seminars and social events.During vacation schemes the firm will arrange and pay for accommodation for students who do not live locally and will pay travel expenses from within the UK. A subsistence allowance is also paid. Applications for 2025 must be submitted by 31 January 2025. A total of six placements will be offered between Easter, June and July 2025. We will notify the successful applicants in February 2025.To apply for any of our current vacancies, please send your CV and covering letter to Tamsin Neale, our Office Manager. You can also contact Tamsin if you’d like more details of our vacancies, how we work, or what we provide.

Training Contract & Vacation scheme - 2027 & 2025 - Mills & Co

Application deadline: 31 January 2025 for Vacation Scheme 2025Application deadline: 30 June 2025 for Training Contract 2027&nbsp;Your training contract is the start of your career in law.The two-year training period gives you hands on experience and a highly personal feel via six-month seats in four of the following practice areas:<ul><li>Commercial Disputes &amp; Class Actions</li><li>Corporate</li><li>Employment Law</li><li>Intellectual Property</li><li>Restructuring &amp; Insolvency</li><li>Insurance Litigation</li><li>Private Client</li><li>Property and Property &amp; Trusts Litigation</li></ul>Whilst there is inevitably high demand to be seated in some areas, we seek to give you as much scope as possible to shape the direction of your training. In addition to SRA requirements we endeavour to enable all trainees to complete a seat in both our non-contentious practice areas and our Litigation departments.Training confident solicitorsEdwin Coe is committed to helping trainees develop into competent and confident solicitors. You will be given the opportunity for ‘hands on’ involvement including managing your own files. Throughout your training period, there will be a continuous process of two-way feedback. The firm operates mid-seat and end-seat reviews, with the aim of monitoring your progress and supporting your development over the course of the two years.If you receive an offer of a training contract, you probably won’t start here for around two years. To ensure you start to feel part of the team and in order for you to get to know your peers, we will be in regular contact with you and invite you to various social events.Entry RequirementsWhat we look for in youWhether you are applying for a Summer Vacation Scheme place or a Training Contract, we are looking for well-rounded individuals with a passion for law, supported by a strong academic record:<ul><li>Minimum&nbsp;2:1&nbsp;degree or grades to date</li><li>Plus ABB at&nbsp;‘A’ Level or equivalent qualifications</li></ul>Candidates that have not achieved the above academic qualifications will still be considered where exceptional circumstances apply.In order to be considered, your application will need to demonstrate your ability to establish professional credibility, build strong working relationships and to work both autonomously and as part of a team. Strong IT, communication and listening skills are a prerequisite for the role of a Trainee Solicitor. Ideally we are looking for candidates who participate in extra-curricular activities and who have already attained some legal work experience.LPC/SQE FundingStudents who accept a training contract with Edwin Coe LLP will be provided with sponsorship for the LPC course or SQE 1 &amp; 2 courses and exams, provided they have yet to complete the course.Vacation scheme 2025&nbsp;The best way to learn more about Edwin Coe and what we do is to come and see us in action over the course of a working week! Our Summer Vacation Scheme gives you an insider’s view of the day-to-day work of a solicitor and what it is really like to work here.You will gain experience of two departments over the course of the week, being supervised by a qualified associate and getting involved in real work. There will also be the opportunity to attend client or department meetings where appropriate. We expect you to work normal office hours of 9.00 am – 5.30 pm, Monday to Friday. We will reimburse reasonable travel expenses during the course of your vacation scheme. If you are travelling overseas, please check with us before planning your trip.Summer Vacation Scheme dates: w/c 16 June &amp; 23 June 2025Salary for Training ContractEdwin Coe offers a competitive salary package.BenefitsWe offer a flexible benefits package.<ul><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 27 after five years’ service)</li><li>Private Medical Insurance</li><li>Pension scheme (5% employer contribution, 3% employee contribution)</li><li>Interest free season ticket loan</li><li>Group Life Assurance (4x base salary)</li><li>Group Income Protection</li><li>Health Cash Plan</li><li>Dental Plan</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Critical Illness Cover</li><li>Holiday purchase (subject to arrangements agreed on an annual basis)</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li></ul>

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