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Application deadline 31 July 2025Applications for 2027 are OPENGosschalks has an extremely successful graduate training programme. No fewer than 28 of our current team of lawyers began life at Gosschalks as a trainee, 16 of whom are now partners. With the firm growing year on year, we’re always looking for future solicitors, partners and leaders to join us. As the firm continues to expand we are intending to recruit 3 new trainee solicitors to start in September 2027.Our initial selection criteria requires applicants to have achieved at least three A to C grades at A-Level or equivalent and to have achieved or be predicted at least a 2:1 in their degree. In exceptional circumstances and for applicants who have come late to the law, we will consider applicants whose grades do not meet the criteria.We currently offer two routes to qualify as a solicitor, the LPC route or the SQE route. If you are unsure which route to follow, Richard Taylor the firm’s Training Principal answers some frequently asked questions in his Blog - see our website via Apply.Any offer of a training contract if following the traditional LPC route will be conditional on you passing all heads of the Legal Practice Course prior to 1st September 2027*.&nbsp; If you have chosen to follow the SQE route, you must pass SQE1 before your Qualifying Work Experience can commence.&nbsp; It is expected that you will complete your 2 years Qualifying Work Experience with us.&nbsp; Any previous work experience would only be accepted at our discretion*. * Please note: Our Period of Recognised Training is for a 2 year fixed period whether training with us to qualify through the LPC or the SQE route.If you are still hungry for more information at this stage, take a look at our handy guide to life at Gosschalks as a Trainee Solicitor to give you a greater insight into the opportunities that Gosschalks has in store for the right people.We plan to conduct interviews in September 2025.Please note: Gosschalks subscribes to the Voluntary Code to Good Practice in the Recruitment of Trainee Solicitors. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please get in touch.

Training Contract - 2027 - Gosschalks

Deadline: 1pm 6 February 2025Job summaryAre you an aspiring solicitor with an interest in criminal law? Apply for the Crown Prosecution Service legal trainee scheme now and start your training pathway in October 2026.At the Crown Prosecution Service, we’re responsible for delivering justice through the independent and effective prosecution of crime. We are the biggest employer of criminal law specialists in England and Wales, and ranked as one of the most attractive employers for law students by Universum. We’re proud to be recognised by our legal trainees in the Legal 500 Future Lawyers survey 2023 for our legal technology, job satisfaction and work-life balance.As a trainee solicitor, we offer you a comprehensive two-year training programme and a permanent role as a crown prosecutor after successfully completing our legal trainee scheme. You’re supported by a highly trained supervisor who offers guidance and opportunities to develop your understanding of working as a prosecutor. You have at least one secondment in an area outside of criminal law, and complete courses in proactive prosecuting, disclosure, advocacy skills, domestic abuse advocacy drills, and a CiLEX-regulated associate prosecutor qualification for rights of audience, enabling you to present independently in court.You can develop your knowledge by working in specialist crime areas including rape and serious sexual offences, organised crime and fraud. We’re committed to your professional growth and expect, following your initial role in the magistrates’ court, that you have the necessary skills to apply for promotion opportunities based in the Crown Court including senior crown prosecutor roles.We currently have two adverts live, one for a pupil barrister role and one for a trainee solicitor role. You can only submit one application for these vacancies. If you apply for both positions, or the same position more than once, we will only accept an application for the first role you applied for and will automatically reject the second.In addition, we have two adverts live for Welsh speakers, if you are an aspiring barrister or solicitor who speaks Welsh, we encourage you to apply under one of those separate adverts.Job descriptionOur legal trainee scheme is an extensive training programme to help you become a fully qualified solicitor. You gain valuable experience in all areas of criminal law, from reviewing cases and preparing pre-charge advice to meeting with victims and witnesses. You’re guaranteed a permanent position as a crown prosecutor after successfully completing your training periodPerson specificationWe're looking for people with:<ul><li>a demonstrable interest in criminal prosecution and public service</li><li>demonstrable&nbsp;knowledge&nbsp;and&nbsp;understanding&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;work&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;Crown Prosecution Service&nbsp;and&nbsp;our&nbsp;role&nbsp;in&nbsp;the wider criminal justice system</li><li>a&nbsp;strong&nbsp;focus&nbsp;on&nbsp;continuous&nbsp;learning&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;ability&nbsp;to&nbsp;apply&nbsp;knowledge&nbsp;of&nbsp;criminal&nbsp;law gained from study and experience</li><li>commitment to a career as a lawyer practising criminal law in the Crown Prosecution Service</li></ul>Your role and responsibilities<ul><li>To prepare cases for prosecution on summary-only and either-way offences in the magistrates’ court working with caseworkers, meeting witnesses and supporting counsel.</li><li>To advise police and other investigators on charging decisions, and work with criminal justice partners, defence lawyers and counsel on casework.</li><li>To shadow prosecutors at magistrates’ and Crown Court and observe advocacy.</li><li>To attend conferences with police and counsel, and meetings with victims and witnesses.</li><li>To carry out legal research and provide feedback to your legal supervisor and other colleagues.</li><li>To work with a supervisor throughout pupillage, keeping accurate records of work and meeting to discuss your training progress.</li><li>To arrange and complete your required work secondments.</li></ul>QualificationsUndergraduate degree You must hold a minimum of a 2:2 university undergraduate degree. This doesn’t need to be in law, we consider equivalent undergraduate degrees.If you have completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC) and have an undergraduate degree at a minimum of a 2:2 in a subject other than law, you must have completed one of the following conversion courses: • Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) • Common Professional Examination (CPE)If you have opted for the Solicitor Qualifying Exams (SQE) route, a conversion course isn’t required. We accept non-law degrees along with successful SQE 1 and 2 results, without the GDL or CPE. Postgraduate qualifications You must have successfully completed, or be due to complete, the Legal Practice Course or Solicitor Qualifying Exams 1 and 2 to be able to start the legal trainee scheme in October 2026. You must provide your qualifications to our recruitment team by 1 September 2026. If you’re unable to provide confirmation of passing your LPC or SQE by this time, you’re removed from the process. We don’t accept CILEX instead of the LPC or SQE qualification. The Crown Prosecution Service doesn't offer sponsorship for vocational qualifications. We check all certificates and academic qualifications if you’re invited to complete an online video interview. It’s your responsibly to provide supporting evidence of academic eligibility within the deadline. If you don’t include your undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications on your application form, you won’t meet the eligibility criteria and will be removed from the recruitment process.BehavioursWe'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:<ul><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li></ul>Technical skillsWe'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:<ul><li>Undergraduate Degree</li><li>Postgraduate Qualifications</li></ul>BenefitsAlongside your salary of £29,620, Crown Prosecution Service contributes £8,580 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.&nbsp;You’re guaranteed either a crown prosecutor or crown advocate role after successfully completing your legal trainee scheme.&nbsp;The Crown Prosecution Service is passionate about ensuring that we are a top performing organisation and a great place to work. We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and creating a culture where everyone can bring their whole self to work, and individuality is truly appreciated.We want to ensure all our employees can thrive at work and home and offer a range of support to achieve a balance. This includes where possible, flexibility of working hours and flexibility to support caring responsibilities. Your working week is spent in either court or the office to ensure you get the most from your supervisor and training.We also offer a range of benefits:&nbsp;<ul><li>a Civil Service contributory pension of up to 28.9%&nbsp;</li><li>25 days’ leave, increasing to 30 days after 5 years</li><li>an extra privilege day to mark the King's birthday</li><li>competitive maternity, paternity and parental leave</li><li>Cycle2Work scheme, employee savings</li><li>up to £350 each year to spend on personal development</li></ul>LocationsBirmingham, Brighton and Hove, Bristol, Cambridge, Canterbury, Cardiff, Carlisle, Chelmsford, Eastleigh, Exeter, Guildford, Hull, Ipswich, Leeds, Leicester, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Middlesbrough, Mold, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Norwich, Nottingham, Portsmouth, Preston, Reading, Sheffield, St Albans, Swansea, TruroFor further information on this vacancy and to apply, select Apply.&nbsp;

Trainee Solicitor multiple - October 2026 - Crown Prosecution Service

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>

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