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Our next vacancy for a training contract is September 2026.&nbsp;The deadline for applications is 31st July 2025.&nbsp;We are a niche family law firm and we do not recommend you apply unless you wish to have a career in family law.We offer a two year training contract at Dawson Cornwell which will comprise a seat in matrimonial law and a seat in international children law.A large number of our trainee solicitors are taken on as assistants in the firm after qualification. Even if they are not, they have the advantage of having acquired significantly more experience in family law than trainees in other high profile firms.Our trainees are encouraged to think about how they might develop their own client base after qualification and are supported in this.Our minimum requirements A 2.1 degree (not necessarily law); and A family law elective as part of the degree or Legal Practice Course; and Computer literacy Fluency in a second language is an advantage, though not a requirement.You are required to have passed both your GDL and LPC or both SQE1 and SQE2 before the proposed start date of the training contract. &nbsp;We regret we do not provide funding for the course fees.We evaluate and shortlist all applications after the deadline for submission has passed so please do not expect to hear from us before then, other than an acknowledgment. Those shortlisted will be invited to attend an interview, followed by a second interview, if successful.Click apply for more details and how to apply

Training Contract - September 2026 - Dawson Cornwell

Application deadline: 31 May 2025Choosing the right law firm to qualify with is a big decision and you’ll need to weigh up many factors. To make things easier for you, here are the key things you should know about us.There are two routes for qualifying at FSP: a Training Contract or the Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship.Training Contracts: a two-year training period for those who have completed the SQE 1&amp;2 or LPC.The Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship: for Law graduates or those who have completed a Law conversion course, who have not yet started the SQE. Graduate Apprentice Solicitors complete the SQE 1&amp;2 while simultaneously carrying out their Qualifying Work Experience. SQE studies and exams are funded through FSP.Size With over 100 people based in one office, our participants can make a big impact while still benefiting from the expertise and training provided by a wide range of highly talented lawyers. At FSP you’ll get client contact and hands on access to deals, cases and advisory work that gets you building and using your legal skills quickly.Variety We are a full-service law firm, which means we provide advice to organisations and individuals across a wide range of issues that are likely to affect them (with the exception of general criminal advocacy). We therefore encourage applications from people who see their career as focused on commercial clients and organisations, or on helping individuals, or who want to try both before deciding where to specialise. You’ll experience some very different seats during your training to give you a rounded experience to help you choose where you want to specialise.Location Our Reading office makes us well placed to take advantage of a thriving business district in and around the Thames Valley. Being close to London we can attract a wider client base looking for sensibly priced, quality advice, and our proximity to Heathrow and our international network membership of Globaladvocaten gives us an international reach beyond most firms of our size. Our modern, central, riverside offices are also handily placed for transport links, shopping, restaurants and other useful venues – or just for taking a relaxing lunchtime stroll (or run) beside the river.Learning &amp; development As a firm, developing all our people is extremely important to us, as our gold accreditation with Investors in People testifies. We take particular care in ensuring our participants get the support and encouragement they need to reach their potential. The training you will receive ensures you develop a broad spectrum of skills including commercial awareness and the importance of legal technology.Culture We are particularly well known for our friendly and supportive culture, which has been a core part of our philosophy since we were founded over 30 years ago. Joining our ‘Family FSP’ you can be confident you’ll be looked after and supported to get that essential balance of work and home-life/outside interests. Health and well-being are at the forefront of the culture we promote and you will be involved in regular training and workshops to build on that culture.We have a strong social ethos. We value face to face interaction, team meetings and regular social events. We also like to get involved in the local community. Not only are we heavily involved in the local legal and business networks, we support many charitable local initiatives, through the FSP Foundation and beyond.Training ContractsOver the two-year period of training, our trainees will usually undertake 4 seats of 6 months each before qualifying. We try to reflect the interests of each trainee in their seat rotations, giving priority to second year trainees to put them in the best place as they approach qualification.&nbsp; As one of our trainees you may spend time in any of the following teams:<ul><li>Corporate</li><li>Family &amp; Matrimonial</li><li>Real Estate</li><li>Residential Conveyancing</li><li>Business Services (Commercial, IP &amp; Technology, Employment, Dispute Resolution)</li><li>Wills, Tax &amp; Trusts</li></ul>You’ll find more information about the work we do in the ‘Expertise’ section of our website.We ensure all our trainees have a mid-seat and end of seat review, plenty of contact with supervisors and others and lots of additional training opportunities, including in-house and external training sessions.Graduate Solicitor ApprenticeshipLasting 27 months, the Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship allows you to start gaining your qualifying work experience while studying for the SQE. In a 5-day week, you’ll spend 4 days working with your team and an average of 1 day ‘out of the office’ for study release. We think this is a fantastic opportunity – you’ll receive a salary during your apprenticeship and also have your SQE studies and exams funded through FSP.&nbsp; We also make available an intensive week of mock examinations with tutor feedback prior to SQE 1 examinations and SQE 2 assessments. During the apprenticeship you’re likely to follow the seat rotation format, undertaking 4 seats in different teams across the firm before qualifying.Applicants for the Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship must hold a GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).ApplicationWe typically recruit 2 trainee solicitors and/or Graduate Solicitor Apprentices. Trainee solicitors start in March or September. Graduate Solicitor Apprentices start in February or September. &nbsp;At any time we have around 6 trainee solicitors (including Graduate Apprentice Solicitors).Applications opened on 2 January 2025 are for training opportunities in 2027 and 2028.Work experience applications opened on 2 January 2025 for the 2025 Work Experience Programme in June and July 2025.Applications are made through a short on-line application form with a supporting CV. Your CV is very important and should contain the following details:<ul><li>Candidates must possess a minimum of a 2:1 honors degree (or equivalent).</li><li>Candidates must possess a minimum of 130 UCAS points (or equivalent) and Maths and English GCSEs grade C or above (or equivalent).</li><li>All relevant school, further and higher education qualifications, including academic institutions, subject and grades.</li><li>Your right to work in the UK (for Work Experience only).</li><li>Both your personal home address and email address.</li><li>Your relevant work experience / employment.</li><li>Any other achievements or experience which demonstrate relevant/ transferable skills and expertise.</li></ul>

Training Contract / Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship 2027 & 2028 - FSP

Deadline 29 May 2025Trainee Solicitor – Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship - 2026 with UK Employer of the Year 2024: Silver (250+) - Investors in People AwardsAre you ready to take the next step in your legal career?Join the Investors in People, UK Employer of the Year Award Winners on our SQE training programme. &nbsp;Our programme takes the form of a Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship and allows you to start working and earning at Forbes Solicitors LLP after you finish university.During your apprenticeship you will experience with various different seats in diverse legal areas, gaining hands-on exposure to client work from the start. As you develop, your responsibilities will expand, offering opportunities to work on more complex cases before sitting the SQE1 and SQE2 exams to qualify as a solicitor.You will also receive guidance through one-to-one sessions with experienced solicitors, mentors, and dedicated Graduate Recruitment Team who will offer you their advice and help you develop your knowledge, skills and experience, helping you become a well-rounded Solicitor.The 36-month apprenticeship programme will be delivered by UCLAN, our partnered university and will be fully funded by the Firm.You can apply for a graduate solicitor apprenticeship from the penultimate year of your law degree, or final year of your non-law degree (if you plan to complete a Graduate Diploma in Law, or equivalent).What we look for in a Forbes TraineeWe will be progressing applicants to the next stage based on their demonstrated knowledge, skills and behaviours in:Qualification:A Law Degree (or equivalent) or completion of the GDL/PGDL.Prospective trainees looking to start the Graduate Apprenticeship must have completed a law degree or the GDL/PGDL prior to starting with Forbes. &nbsp;Dedication to the Legal Field:Practical exposure to law through activities like court attendance, pro-bono work, legal clinics, work placements, or roles within a law firm (e.g., Paralegal, vacation schemes).Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours:aligns with the Firms values; have excellent attention to detail and organisational skills; have the ability to work as part of a team; have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; have strong commercial awareness; strong local connections to the Lancashire, Manchester and Yorkshire areas; have proven competence in their IT skills (Outlook, Word, and other systems experience); have good communication skills, both written and verbal;Following a successful application, candidates will be invited to take part in the next stage of the Graduate Recruitment process. For further information and the dates set for the recruitment process, please see our Website - Graduate Recruitment ProcessThe FirmAt Forbes Solicitors, we believe in creating a supportive and collaborative environment where our team members can thrive and develop themselves and others. &nbsp;We offer a comprehensive range of legal services and have offices across the North, with deep roots in Lancashire. Our team are known for its genuine, practical advice and passion for achieving the best results. We are real people who listen to each other and work together to deliver exceptional service.We are proud to have been awarded UK Employer of the Year: Silver (250+) at the Investors in People Awards 2024 and the Firm is ranked as a Legal 500 Top Tier Firm and a Chambers and Partners Leading Firm.We are a values led Firm and are looking for people who embody our values: authenticity, striving for exceptional results, and unity in teamwork to join our award-winning Firm.The BenefitsWe are dedicated to supporting our people and offer a range of benefits, including:33 days annual leave, including bank holidays Annual leave purchase scheme (Subject to T&amp;Cs) Celebration leave Ongoing professional development Progression opportunities Company pension Profit share scheme Long service awards Subsidised tuck shops Health care benefits (Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services) BUPA (Solicitor positions only, for self, not dependents) Retailer and gym membership discounts Recruitment and legal department referrals (Subject to T&amp;Cs) Annual EventsForbes is an equal opportunities and disability-confident employer, accredited by Investors in People and ISO 9001 quality management systems. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment, service provision, and supplier engagement, and strive to maintain a workforce that reflects the local community.

Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship - Sept 2026 - Forbes Solicitors

Deadline 31 July 2025We offer a training contract that encourages a hands-on approach from the outset, encouraging individuality and drawing on previous experiences.We offer our trainees responsibility, exposure to the firm’s business and clients, and a tailored training contract to ensure you are well prepared and equipped for life as a fully-rounded solicitor. All of our trainees are encouraged to handle their own caseload under the supervision of a Partner.Our training contract is divided into four seats lasting six months in each chosen department. Seats are offered in Commercial and/or Residential Property, Dispute Resolution, Employment Law, Company Commercial, Family and Childcare Law and Wills and Probate. We also offer the opportunity to do a seat in our London office.We pride ourselves on recruiting trainees who have something different to offer. If you feel you have done something different and have an appreciated level of individuality, we would like to hear from you.We also like our trainees to have some experience in the law, whether this is by way of a vacation placement or other pro bono or work experience. Language skills are also welcome.Why Choose a Career With Us?Making the choice to join our Team will provide you with opportunities to work with market leading professionals and clients across a range of industry sectors such as property, litigation and private client.We are committed to ensuring that you have the opportunity to grow your client skills early in your career, by providing you with access to clients in each part of the business you train within. This may include attending client meetings, participating in tenders and managing your own caseloads.As a trainee you will work across a number of different parts of our business and we encourage and invite ideas on new ways of working so, as a business, we can constantly improve.The support network you build internally and externally with colleagues and clients is critical to how you learn and develop and we encourage you to build and maintain these relationships throughout a career with us, working together as one team.Training and ProspectsWe consider trainee solicitors to be part of our professional team and fundamental to the future progress of the firm. Initiative is expected and rewarded, and subject to ability, trainees will be entrusted with responsibility.On appointment you will be attached to a Partner, and during training will spend six months in each of four different departments, thus gaining a wide variety of legal experience. You will work closely with the Partner and are encouraged to assume responsibility for clients’ matters at an early stage.Your salary will be reviewed every six months through the training period and our trainees are entitled to 21 days paid holiday a year in addition to public holidays. Additional benefits include participation in the firm’s pension, death in service and healthcare schemes.Although we make no formal commitment at the outset – nor ask for one – we encourage proven trainees to remain with us after training. We regard our trainees as the main source for our solicitors, and, indeed, future Partners. Many of our present Associates, Principal Associates and Partners trained with the firm.Who Should Apply?We hold interviews for prospective trainees 24 months in advance of employment. Applicants for training contracts should bear this in mind when choosing which year to apply for.First interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams with the HR Team. Second interviews will be with the Head of HR and three partners and will consist of a formal interview and presentation exercises.Click on Apply for more details.

Training Contract - Sept 2026 - Nockolds

Application deadline: 31 July 2025We are now accepting applications for September 2027.We recruit one or two trainee solicitors each year. Our standards of training are recognised as being of the highest calibre and we are proud that at the end of their time with us, our trainees go on to become skilled and highly capable qualified solicitors.We do not believe in engaging several trainees and then cherry picking the best at the end of their time with us. We look to recruit the right people from the outset, with a view to them enjoying a long and fulfilling career with us.We consider that trainee solicitors are the future of our firm - which is proven by the fact that many of our partners and senior lawyers trained at Rollits.What will you do?You will be based in the Hull office, but may be required to spend time at York.We expect trainee solicitors to become a valuable member of the Rollits team from day one. Trainees at Rollits learn by doing, by being involved, and by taking responsibility. Our Qualifying Work Experience is split into four seats, each of six months. You will gain experience in company and commercial, dispute resolution and property, and may also have the opportunity of spending time in our private capital department.You will also be expected to join in with the firm's many and varied business development activities.What will we do?We will provide you with work experience incorporating real work, client contact and top quality experience, and support you during this key stage in your career.Trainees always sit with a qualified lawyer, sometimes a partner, who will supervise you on a day to day basis. In each seat you will be assigned a trainee supervisor who will ensure that things run smoothly for you, and who will keep the training principal fully informed of your progress. We also assign a training "buddy" to first year trainees, who are usually newly qualified lawyers who have recently experienced the demands of the training contract and can offer you informal support and advice.You will be subject to informal progress reviews on a regular basis, and by more formal appraisals twice in each seat.Continuing professional development (including the professional skills course) is provided for you through internal and external seminars and workshops.Who do we want?Students will need to be able to begin a period of Qualifying Work Experience in September 2027 having completed (and passed) a law degree and LPC or academic non-law degree, GDL, LPC or SQE1 and SQE2 by that date.&nbsp; &nbsp;We are looking for candidates with the equivalent of three grade Bs at A level, and if you have not already done so, you must be on track to obtain a 2:1 or above in your degree.You must have good written and oral communications skills.&nbsp;&nbsp;We value commercial awareness, and the ability to demonstrate commitment to Rollits and its business region.&nbsp;&nbsp;Above all we are looking for candidates with the right attitude and who are motivated and enthusiastic about a career in the law.How to applyPlease complete the on-line application form and submit it with a covering letter and CV to:Jill Hudson, Rollits LLP, Citadel House, 58 High Street, Hull HU1 1QEOr e-mail your application to her at: <a href="mailto:jill.hudson@rollits.com" target="_blank">moc.stillor@nosduh.llij</a>

Training Contract - September 2027 - Rollits

Deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possibleWe are a full-service law firm with a diverse client base. All our staff work from our office in Fulham.You will either have completed the Legal Practice Couse and will undertake a period of recognised training or completed the Solicitors Qualifying Exams and will undertake a period of qualifying work experience. Please note that a law degree or PGDL is not essential if you have already completed and performed well in SQE1 and SQE2 .If you have not completed the LPC or the SQE route we offer the programme set out below to those with a Law Degree or a non-law Degree with a Law Conversion Course (PGDL). This programme is funded by Woodfords with time off required for studySQE Route to Qualification – Graduate Trainee SolicitorOur Graduate Trainee Solicitor Programme lasts 30-32 months. It helps you prepare for the SQE 1 and 2 exams while gaining two years of qualifying legal experience. We partner with a training provider to support your studies, prepare you for assessments, and guide you through the exams.Trainees shall work at our office in Fulham throughout this entire period and take one day a week to study throughout the entire programme. You will sit the SQE 1 assessment during the second year of the programme, and the SQE 2 assessment within the last six months.If you wish to apply, please send your up-to-date CV with covering correspondence to us by email.

Trainee Solicitor - 2025 - Woodfords Solicitors

Deadline for applications 19 May 2025DAC Beachcroft has an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Solicitor Apprentice within our Corporate, Banking, Insolvency and Tax team. This is a 30 month full-time contract based in our Bristol office, with a start date in early September.Forming an integral part of an established team of over 40 fee earners, the main purpose of this role is to provide an excellent standard of support to the team across the practice areas in Bristol and London. &nbsp;Joining DAC Beachcroft as a Graduate Solicitor Apprentice offers a structured path to becoming a fully qualified solicitor, with comprehensive support through the Solicitors Qualifying Exams (SQE1 and SQE2). You'll gain invaluable hands-on experience, enhancing your skills in legal research, client interaction, document preparation and case management. Throughout the programme you will have a dedicated study day each week with BPP University.All course and exam fees are covered and you'll earn a competitive salary while you learn. Additionally, you'll benefit from professional development through access to supervisors, mentors, and skills coaches, along with a range of employee benefits such as pension plans, healthcare cover, and gym memberships. The day release study format ensures a balanced approach to work and study, making it an excellent opportunity to build a successful legal career at DAC Beachcroft.The Corporate, Banking, Insolvency and Tax team at DAC Beachcroft is a large team with a significant presence in our offices in Bristol and London. The Bristol and London teams work closely together to provide an excellent service for our clients. The main focus of the team's work is dealing with mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate and finance transactions, insolvency situations and general advisory work. The work is project based, very involved and engaging.&nbsp;Our clients are discerning and expect a gold standard of service. We advise a number of in-house legal teams at major corporates as well as significant clients in the healthcare, real estate and financial services sectors. Requirements• A qualifying Law degree at a 2:1 or above, or a non-law degree at a 2:1 or above with a pass on a GDL, PGDL, CPE or equivalent completed in the last 5 years.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;• A minimum of BBB at A Level or equivalent;At least five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English and MathsPlease contact our Early Talent team if any questions.&nbsp;Key Responsibilities• Providing a first class client-facing service, liaising positively with clients and their support staff over the phone, email and in person, and building relationships as appropriate• Accurate and timely preparation of correspondence, agreements and other documents• Amending documents, proof reading and creating comparisons to highlight changes• Preparing draft engagement letters• Opening and closing files• Liaising with overseas counsel.The Ideal Candidate• A can-do, proactive attitude to approaching new tasks and picking up work• The motivation to pursue a career in the Legal sector• High levels of attention to detail and good relationship building skills• Must work well within a team and high pressure environments• Experience of Microsoft Office programmes&nbsp;• Reliable and adaptable, with a good attention to detail• Enthusiastic, motivated and keen to learnAbout DAC BeachcroftWe are a leading international legal business with over 3,000 colleagues and a diverse range of capabilities. We are market leaders in insurance, health and real estate but with a full-service offering, including growing Financial Services and Tech capabilities. We represent a wide range of clients – from household names to government departments and NHS bodies. We act for nearly all of the top-20 UK and global insurers, we're market leaders in the provision of strategic, commercial and regulatory advice to providers and commissioners in the health sector, and in real estate we advise all of the UK’s top-five housebuilders.We are a fast-growing international business with offices around the globe.&nbsp; In addition to our 11 UK offices, we also have offices in Bogota, Buenos Aires, Dublin, Lima, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Miami, Milan, New York, Paris, Rome, Santiago, and Singapore plus a broad network of affiliations across the globe.&nbsp;At DAC Beachcroft we are committed to and recognise the importance of equity, diversity and inclusion across the board, including and beyond the protected characteristics. We take decisions based solely on merit. We value, welcome and seek out people with different backgrounds and life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, ways of thinking and identities.

Solicitor Apprenticeship (graduate) - Sept 2025 - DAC Beachcroft

Deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possibleJob PurposeTo provide HR and Employment advice to a wide variety of 30,000 clients of Peninsula Business Services throughout different sectors within the Advice Team across Great Britain.Job OverviewThe 2-year Training Contract will be spent in different areas within the business, including Advisory, Group In-House Legal, Health and Safety and Finance. Through different “seats”, each trainee is likely to be exposed to a number of different areas of law including Employment, Intellectual Property, Data Protection, Health &amp; Safety, Commercial and Civil Litigation.The trainees will spend the majority of their time on the traineeship working in the Advisory Solicitors Team.&nbsp; The role at the end of the traineeship, if successfully completed, will be as Solicitor on the Advisory Solicitors Team.The role requires you to work in a team providing legally compliant advice to clients in order to support the business and the needs of individual clients whilst highlighting any options that are non-compliant and the risks that these options might present.Day to Day Activities·&nbsp;To provide clients with legally compliant and commercial advice to clients predominantly on Settlement Agreements, Commercial Queries, Data Protection, as well as employment law querying including gross misconduct, SOSR, TUPE, grievances alleging discrimination, multiple redundancies and absence management.·&nbsp;Ensure that personal knowledge of HR and Employment Law is continually updated.·&nbsp;Achieve six measured set KPIs to support all clients with quality sound advice in a productive manner within set SLAs in order to provide a first call resolution. This will be predominately call advice and adjusted accordingly by your particular caseload whilst being available for the clients.·&nbsp;To actively own cases to resolution, building rapport and relationships with clients on each interaction.·&nbsp;To log all advice accurately onto the bespoke internal system, taking ownership and responsibility for ongoing cases.·&nbsp;To provide clients with supporting information/documentation to assist them in the advice provided.·&nbsp;Review client documentation and provide advice accordingly taking their internal terms and conditions into account.·&nbsp;Refer to Company internal training and legal updates to ensure that advice provided is compliant with our services.· To undertake and report on client visits as required by the Advice Service Managers.·&nbsp;Follow internal protocols for managing and escalating cases where applicable and ensure full communication and smooth transition when transferring cases to other specialist teams.·&nbsp;Carry out other tasks that are deemed necessary by the Management Team.·&nbsp;To offer the clients options regarding the take up of other products we provide and make such recommendations accordingly.·&nbsp;Ensuring that training records are maintained to reflect the work you have done linked to the skills standard.·&nbsp;Take responsibility for your own self development.·&nbsp;Develop good working practices by managing your time, effort and resources effectively.What you Bring to the Team·&nbsp;A “can-do” attitude, a thirst for knowledge and the ability to communicate knowledge effectively within the team.·&nbsp;Ability to work in a fast paced environment.·&nbsp;Strong time management skills.·&nbsp;A dynamic and flexible approach, as well as the ability to work under pressure.Why Join our Team?This is a really great opportunity to assume significant responsibility from the start of your tenure and get real job satisfaction from problem solving, developing relationships with clients and businesses across the Group.&nbsp; This is a significant opportunity for career development, but whatever your starting point or experience, you are guaranteed to grow and develop your knowledge and abilities and will feel that you are making a real difference in a brand new, commercially focused, service-led law firm.

Trainee Solicitor - 2025 - Peninsula Business Services

Deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possibleWhy join Nelsons?At Nelsons, we
 &nbsp;look to empower our employees to take control of their
 &nbsp;development and their legal career with guidance, training and
 &nbsp;good quality work enabling them to expand their expertise and
 &nbsp;grow professionally in a supportive environment.This
 &nbsp;philosophy continues in the way we engage with our clients.&nbsp; Our
 Corporate Team empower their clients by providing them with
 &nbsp;bespoke legal advice and assistance regarding their
 &nbsp;circumstances, taking into consideration their objectives for the
 &nbsp;future and steering them through the complex legal issues they
 &nbsp;face. The desire to push ourselves forwards to better serve our
 &nbsp;clients has been a constant throughout our evolution.What can we offer?We are
 &nbsp;offering an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual
 &nbsp;to gain first class skills, experience, and knowledge through
 &nbsp;dedicated and extensive training with our reputable and leading
 &nbsp;Corporate Team, recognised by Chambers and Partners and The Legal
 &nbsp;500, as one of the top teams of specialists in the region and
 &nbsp;country.We are looking
 &nbsp;to invest in a naturally self-motivated individual with an energy
 &nbsp;and passion for this area of law and who wants to grow, develop,
 &nbsp;and be mentored into our established team.&nbsp;The ideal
 &nbsp;candidate will be attentive and have a good eye for detail, be a
 &nbsp;good communicator, at ease with building relationships (both
 &nbsp;internally and externally) and possess a natural interest and
 &nbsp;curiosity in matters relating to Corporate transactional
 &nbsp;work.This is a
 &nbsp;two-year training contract focused on this discipline with a view &nbsp;to qualifying with the team as a Corporate Solicitor, equipped
 &nbsp;with the legal knowledge and skills to be a valuable member and
 &nbsp;contributor of the team.As a trainee
 you will support and work closely with all team members with all
 &nbsp;aspects of the various types of Corporate legal work carried out
within the department across the offices.Our highly rated Corporate Team provides a full-service offering and
 includes transactional work across M&amp;A, Corporate Finance and
 &nbsp;Private Equity.&nbsp; The team do a range of work for clients,
 &nbsp;predominantly quality SMEs and regional businesses, across a range of Commercial sectors.We encourage
client contact for our junior team members, and you will be
 &nbsp;encouraged to take responsibility for aspects of work whilst all
 &nbsp;the time ensuring you have adequate supervision and support.Applicants
 &nbsp;interested in this exciting opportunity will have achieved a high standard of academic success in their degree (and where relevant,
 &nbsp;conversion course) and have passed or be within their final year of the LPC prior to the commencement of the training contract.&nbsp;We
 &nbsp;will consider candidates with extensive work experience and are qualifying through the SQE route.Previous Corporate or Commercial work experience is not essential however
 experience or working in a legal or professional services environment would be advantageous.As part of
 &nbsp;your personal development within these this role you'll be given
 &nbsp;all the tools to succeed and can expect dedicated training,
 &nbsp;professional support, and a host of benefits.The extras:<ul><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and holiday purchase</li><li>Healthcare cash plan</li><li>Travel benefits</li><li>Pension 4%</li><li>Discounts on selected legal services</li><li>Hybrid Working</li></ul>With a defined
 &nbsp;vision and growth plan on track, we have created a culture of
 &nbsp;working together to achieve and are looking to recruit people who
 &nbsp;have a can-do attitude to be part of our journey and vision.Nelsons Solicitors are committed to equality of
 opportunity. All applicants will be judged solely on their
 merits

Trainee Solicitor - 2025 - corporate law - Nelsons (part of Lawfront)

The closing date is 31 July 2025Becoming a solicitor at WrigleysWrigleys is a specialist firm that concentrates on specific areas of law. &nbsp;We are always interested to hear from candidates who have a genuine interest in our firm, and in at least one of our specialisms.We seek talented individuals to be our solicitors of the future. &nbsp;If you think you have what it takes to join our specialist firm of leading lawyers, please do contact us.In the past, we offered around three training contracts per year to candidates under the Legal Practice Course route to qualification. &nbsp;We have always been flexible, in that we don’t simply recruit the ‘top three’ candidates who apply – instead we remain open-minded as to the numbers, and aim to recruit those candidates who embody our Values and Ways of Working.We are continuing this pattern under the Solicitors Qualifying Examination route, so we now welcome applications from both SQE candidates and those under the transitional (LPC) arrangements.&nbsp;We do not have a set process for legal apprenticeships, but if that is the route you wish to take to solicitor qualification, and you think you could make your career at Wrigleys, please do apply.We offer excellent training, and if you are an SQE candidate, we offer some financial support for the SQE – please see below.What do we look for?We take a long term view of recruitment. &nbsp;We are looking to find in our pre-qualification solicitor recruitment the individuals who will qualify with us, stay with us and make a real contribution, perhaps becoming the leaders of the firm in future. &nbsp;A number of our current partners trained with the firm. &nbsp;We expect candidates to know something of the firm before they apply, even if that is simply from reading our website. &nbsp;As a specialist firm, we appreciate that it can be difficult for candidates to gain experience in one of our fields prior to applying, but we do look for some evidence of a genuine interest in our specialisms, either through your experiences to date or in your covering letter. &nbsp;We look for good grades, but we do not set specific minimum requirements. &nbsp;A 1st class or 2:1 degree (gained or predicted) is preferred, though applicants with a 2:2 will be considered if the rest of their application is sufficiently strong. &nbsp;Similarly, A levels (or equivalent) at A and B grades are preferred, but not essential. &nbsp;We look at each application as a whole.Fundamentally, we seek strong candidates who can make a valuable contribution to the firm, and we are interested to hear from candidates planning to take any of the various routes to become a qualified solicitor.What is our process?We are now accepting applications for candidates to join us in September 2027. &nbsp;These may be for traditional Periods of Recognised Training under the transitional arrangements, or you may be an SQE candidate, or looking for a legal apprenticeship. &nbsp;Please make it clear on your application which route you are pursuing.Our process is as follows:<ul><li>To apply please visit our vacancies page: You will be required to provide a CV and a covering letter.&nbsp;</li><li>Please ensure that your CV includes all of your academic qualifications, subjects and grades, including GCSE and A levels. If it does not, this could impact your application, and it may mean that we cannot give it full consideration.</li><li>We will take mitigating circumstances relating to your academic record into consideration. Please provide full details of your mitigating circumstances with your application, and include written evidence from the examining body/relevant academic institution and/or verification by a third party such as your doctor or tutor.</li><li>The closing date for 2027 recruitment is 31 July 2025. Applications received after this date will not be considered.&nbsp;</li><li>Candidates will be selected and invited for video and in-person interviews at our Leeds office in August.&nbsp;</li><li>Offers will be made shortly after the interviews have taken place.</li><li>Sadly, we cannot reply to all applications, but if you have applied and have not heard from us by the end of August 2025, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.</li></ul>We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment.What does the training look like?For our training contracts (i.e. transitional arrangement two-year ‘periods of recognised training’) we offer seats in three or four of the following areas:<ul><li>Property</li><li>Private client, trusts, probate and tax planning</li><li>Pensions</li><li>Charities (including employment, company and commercial, social enterprise)</li><li>Court of Protection</li><li>Wrigleys undertakes no litigation or contentious work as such, but training and experience in contentious matters (as is required by the SRA Practice Skills Standards) is available through secondment to another firm.</li></ul>For SQE candidates, we will broadly replicate the training contract, with seats as described above providing two years of Qualifying Work Experience with us. &nbsp;Our small recruitment intake will enable us to adapt to suit the experience, aspirations and interests of the individuals we recruit.Trainees at Wrigleys are given early responsibility and make an important contribution to our teams. We offer competitive trainee and NQ salaries, and we have excellent retention rates on qualification.Does Wrigleys provide funding?If you are entering the profession through the SQE route, we will require you to do up to the full two years’ QWE with us, and to attend an SQE preparatory course at a training provider of our choice. &nbsp;We expect this to be a one-year full time Master’s course. &nbsp;Subject to agreeing the detailed terms with you, Wrigleys will pay the cost of the SQE preparatory course and the cost of the SQE exams. &nbsp;If you are looking to pursue the legal apprenticeship route, please apply and we can discuss funding.We do not provide any funding for the GDL or LPC.Important Dates<ul><li>Application deadline: 31 July 2025</li><li>Interviews: August 2025 (video and in-person at our Leeds office)</li><li>Offers made shortly after interviews have taken place</li></ul>

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