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Application deadline: tbc&nbsp;The Sackers Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship programme offers aspiring solicitors an alternative path into the legal profession. The 2.5 year programme is for those who have completed their law degree, or those who have completed a non-law degree and the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL).This application process is for apprenticeships commencing in August 2026 and August 2027.Overview of the programmeThe Sackers Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship programme offers aspiring solicitors an alternative path into the legal profession. The 2.5 year programme is for those who have completed their law degree, or those who have completed a non-law degree and the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL).Our programme combines on-the-job training with guided, independent study and skills coaching delivered by the University of Law (ULaw). It will guide you through the new pathway to qualification as a solicitor by completion of the Solicitors Qualifying Exams (SQE1 and SQE2). You will be assigned a dedicated supervisor and a mentor when you join us and you will have access to a tutor and skills coach at ULaw who will support you throughout the programme. Four days a week will be spent working in our office in the City of London and the fifth day will be allocated to study.During your time with us you will gain experience in four different work placements in the following teams:<ul><li>“Know-how” (which provides technical support to our lawyers and keeps both them and our clients up to speed with legal developments)</li><li>Banking or Finance &amp; Investment</li><li>Pensions litigation</li><li>General pensions</li></ul>At the end of this 2.5 year apprenticeship, subject to satisfactory character and suitability, you will be a fully qualified solicitor, registered with the SRA.We pride ourselves on our friendly, supportive culture and staff across the firm are down to earth and approachable. We are committed to providing a working environment which values diversity and inclusion and have taken steps to address and support underrepresented groups within the legal profession as well as implement processes and practices to make Sackers a more inclusive place to work.We are a sociable firm and enjoy spending time together away from our desks. Our social committee “Joy Comm” are responsible for bringing little ‘pockets of joy’ throughout the year with a host of events including family fun-days, cinema and theatre trips, curry nights, leaver and joiner drinks, spa days, coffee baristas at breakfast time and many more!Our CSR Committee drives initiatives throughout Sackers with a focus on the environment, sustainable development, charitable support and community action. We welcome (and encourage!) involvement from staff across the firm on these initiatives.We offer agile working and all staff are provided with the necessary IT and workstation equipment to allow them to comfortably work from home.We offer a starting salary of £34,000, which will increase after one year, as well as a full suite of benefits, including:<ul><li>Pension</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>Group income protection</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Health screening</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Voluntary dental insurance.</li></ul>The application processThe application process is designed to determine if you have the required skills, competencies and experience to succeed in a graduate solicitor apprentice role. The process is in four stages, as follows:Application formApplication forms are completed online and can be accessed below. We will ask you to provide some personal information, as well as an overview of experiences gained through work, volunteering or hobbies and interests, where you can demonstrate your transferable skills. We are also keen to understand your interest in law, particularly pensions law.Video interviewApplicants who meet our selection criteria will be invited to attend a 45 minute video interview, which will include questions about you and some of your experiences, both academically and any work experience you have gained, and your aspirations to become a lawyer. You will also be asked some competency based questions, which will explore how you have responded to certain situations that you have faced. Video interviews will take place in January 2026.Assessment centre at our officesIf successful in your interview you will be invited to attend a half day assessment centre which will be held at our offices. This will include a group exercise and an individual written exercise. The assessment centres will take place in February 2026.Partner interviewThe final stage of the recruitment process is an in-person interview with one of our partners, which will be held at our offices.All travel expenses to our office will be reimbursed.Details of future apprenticeship opportunities will be posted on our website when available.What are we looking for?As a minimum you will ideally have a 2:2 law degree or a 2:2 non-law degree with a pass in the GDL. We are looking for individuals with a passion to pursue a career in law. Key skills include an analytical mind, good attention to detail and excellent time management.How to applyApplications to our 2026 and 2027 programme are now open so select Apply to be taken to our website application form.

Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship - 2026/7 - Sackers

Join Loughborough University – A Great Place to Build Your Legal Career&nbsp;This is an exciting time to join Loughborough University. We are proud to be recognised as one of the UK’s leading institutions, ranked 7th in the Complete University Guide 2026, and named University of the Year in the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2020. We’ve also been ranked top in the Midlands and consistently feature in the UK’s top ten for student satisfaction.Loughborough is world-renowned for sport too in fact, we’ve been named the best university in the world for sports-related subjects for five years running (QS World Rankings by Subject 2025).From our beautiful 440 acre campus in the heart of Leicestershire to our postgraduate campus on London’s Queen Elizabeth Park, we’re enjoying a period of exceptional success and growth. And to keep moving forward, we need talented, motivated people to join us on this journey.About the RoleWe’re looking for an individual eager to learn and grow, to join our Legal Services team, part of the Vice-Chancellor’s Office.We are offering a career-graded role designed to take you from trainee to qualified Solicitor.What we are offering:&nbsp;&nbsp;A 3-year fixed-term contract, during which you’ll complete a Graduate Solicitor Degree Level Apprenticeship and work towards the Solicitors Qualifying Exams (SQE1 and SQE2). &nbsp;The apprenticeship is a 35-month programme starting in December 2025 and includes:&nbsp;One day per week dedicated to study, supported by Damar Training and Barbri.<ul><li>Four days per week gaining practical, hands-on experience as part of our Legal Services team.</li><li>On successful completion, and subject to business need, you’ll move onto a permanent contract as a qualified Solicitor within the University.</li></ul>The Legal Services team provides high-quality, practical and focused legal advice to help the University achieve its goals. We work closely with academics, professional services and external partners, and our work covers everything from major commercial projects and property developments to supporting the University’s world-class sporting activities.You’ll be joining a friendly and highly regarded team with a strong reputation across the sector. We’re proud to have received national recognition, including:&nbsp;<ul><li>Association of University Legal Practitioners Awards (2024 and 2025)</li><li>LexisNexis Legal Awards (2022)</li><li>Law Society Excellence in Law Awards (2021)</li></ul>For more information, please refer to the Job Description and Person specification.&nbsp;Candidates must be available to commence work by no later than 12 December 2025. &nbsp;Closing date for applications: Monday 8 September 2025Assessment day: Thursday 25 September 2025&nbsp;Final Interviews: Tuesday 30 September 2025

Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship - 2025 - Loughborough University

Deadlne: 8 September 2025 5pmCaseworker £29,000 - £30,000, Trainee £31,500Vacancies for Immigration Caseworkers / Trainee SolicitorsWe are one of the UK’s leading legal aid firms ranked in Chambers and the Legal 500 for our immigration work. We believe in justice for all. We are looking to add committed and talented people to our team. We have vacancies for:‍‍We are looking for individuals committed to building a career in immigration and asylum law. For the Caseworker role you will need to be accredited under the Law Society Immigration and Asylum Accreditation (IAAS) scheme at any level.For the Trainee Solicitor role you will need to have (a) passed the LPC or be studying for it part-time, or (b) passed SQE1; and (c) successfully complete a 6-month probationary period as a Caseworker with us before the Training Contract starts. ‍HOW TO APPLY‍Person specifications, job descriptions, application form, equality monitoring form, and more information on working at Wilsons are located on the current vacancies page at <a href="http://www.wilsonllp.co.uk" target="_blank">www.wilsonllp.co.uk</a>. To apply please complete the application form on our website.Wilson Solicitors LLP welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Caseworkers / Trainee Solicitors - Immigration - Wilsons

How To ApplyThere are two ways to obtain a training contract with our firm. The first option is to apply to spend a week with us during our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.leathesprior.co.uk/careers/vacation-scheme" target="_blank">Vacation Scheme</a>&nbsp;weeks. Students that impress and show an interest in pursuing a training contract will either be invited to a follow up assessment with our trainee recruitment panel or offered a place at the next available Trainee Assessment Day.You can also apply to attend our Trainee Assessment Day. We don’t like long application forms so all we ask for is a CV and a cover letter to tell us a little bit about you and why you want to train with us. The assessment day gives us the chance to get to know you and decide whether we can see you fitting into the LP team. Likewise, this day is a chance for you to meet us and see if&nbsp;LP is a good fit for you.&nbsp;We take all applications by email to <a href="mailto:traineerecruitment@leathesprior.co.uk?subject=Training%20Contract%20Application" target="_blank">traineerecruitment@leathesprior.co.uk</a>.The application deadlines for the 2025/26 Trainee Assessment Day and&nbsp;Vacation Schemes are&nbsp;as follows:Trainee Assessment Day - 26 November 2025Easter Vacation Scheme - 25 February 2026Summer Vacation Scheme - 26 July 2026What we offerEarly responsibilityOur trainee solicitors are treated as important lawyers from day one&nbsp;which means the work which is given is on real matters and with real clients. Working alongside our partners and their teams, trainee solicitors&nbsp;are expected to be ready to face challenges and pressure early on to get the best out of their experience.Firm-wide supportWe are an exceptionally social firm and have won the ‘most sociable firm in the UK’ award for multiple years in&nbsp;The Legal 500 Future Lawyers survey. This and our other awards according to our own trainees can be seen on our Legal 500 Future Lawyers profile. &nbsp;The teams at LP all work closely together and trainee solicitors&nbsp;are encouraged to get involved in activities across all teams, not just the team where they sit. Aside from the work trainees take on to develop their legal knowledge and ability, they are also given opportunity to develop other skills by taking part in firm-wide events such as&nbsp;Sync the&nbsp;City.Opportunity for growthWe are a full-service firm which means our trainee solicitors have a choice of eight areas to experience during their training contract. Our size allows us to provide close-knit support from lawyers of all levels and fantastic opportunities to progress and develop. During your training with us, you will have regular reviews and guidance with your supervisor, the training principal&nbsp;and the People &amp; Culture Manager. You will also be paired with a qualified lawyer 'buddy' offering more informal support. Once qualified, our lawyers then pair up with a mentor&nbsp;who supports their career progression to Associate, Senior Associate and Partner levels.Competitive BenefitsWe have a wide range of benefits to offer our trainees from their very first day at LP including:<ul><li>Firm-wide bonus scheme. In both of the first two years of the scheme (the 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 financial years), each employee has been paid 10% of their annual salary as a bonus</li><li>Healthcare cash plan</li><li>Wellbeing support</li><li>Free eye tests</li><li>Annual flu vaccination clinic</li><li>Enhanced parental leave</li><li>Free breakfast and fresh fruit</li><li>Free railcard</li><li>Discounted bus travel</li><li>Subsidised city centre parking</li><li>Pension based on full salary and annual advice sessions</li><li>Corporate discounts</li></ul>In addition to the above firm-wide benefits, we also offer all our future trainee solicitors financial support, by means of either (or both) an interest free loan, and / or a contribution payment towards fund their SQE course fees.Further details of the renumeration package will be released to successful candidates upon receipt of a training contract offer.What we are looking forWhilst a strong academic background is important, our main aim is to find candidates who will fit in with the firm and its ethos. Some of the key qualities and skills we look for in applicants are:Teamwork&nbsp;- the firm succeeds by working as a team, not only within each practice area but firm-wide. Our lawyers support one another crossing over departments and areas of law and this better enables us to deliver that all round service to our clients.Organisation&nbsp;- ability to prioritise work and the ability to speak up when more support is needed is crucial. Our trainee&nbsp;solicitors are treated as lawyers from the onset so the ability to juggle a variety of tasks is important.Problem solving&nbsp;- each of our clients comes to us with something they are trying to achieve, resolve or understand. Our job is to support them with this and provide them with the best possible advice. Our trainee solicitors are expected to learn how to identify appropriate advice for our client’s needs.Self-motivation&nbsp;- we seek candidates who will take a very pro-active and driven approach to their development. The teams will adapt the work they give the trainee solicitor according to their individual development and for this to work well, trainees regularly self-reflect, identify their next steps and discuss them with their supervisors.For FAQs and information, click on Apply.

Vacation scheme / Training Contract - 2026 - Leathes Prior

Application deadline: 30 September 2025Clarkslegal is leading full-service commercial law firm with over 100 years of history, trusted relationships and innovation to call upon, providing advice to our clients, both in the UK and internationally.Our lawyers are specialists in their fields and love what they do. We build trusted relationships, and we genuinely care for our clients, and work together as a collaborative team. We are a member of TAGLaw, a leading international alliance of high-quality, independent law firms, which gives the opportunity for international work.Current Applications – Reading OfficeTrainees undertake four 6 month seats, typically in our corporate, employment, real estate and dispute resolution teams based in our Reading office.Trainees are closely supervised and supported and have regular review meetings, as well as formal appraisals.We require a minimum of a 2:1 degree or equivalent, and for candidates to have the right to work in the UK. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and with law and non-law degrees. We expect candidates to take or have taken the LPC or SQE parts 1 and 2. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an initial interview, then a half day assessment.We aim to have four or five trainees at any time.Click apply to access and download our application form.

Training Contract - 2027 - Clarkslegal

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

We're seeking a motivated Commercial Paralegal (12 months FTC) to join our dynamic in-house Legal team. The successful applicant will work directly for our associate legal counsel and work closely with all areas of the business, particularly the commercial team. About Us: NCP is the UK's largest car park operator, with a history spanning over 90 years. Acquired by Park24 and the Development Bank of Japan in 2017, NCP is at the forefront of parking operations, creating partnerships and managing projects with flexibility and efficiency. Key Responsibilities: NCP has recently introduced a new and exciting arm to our business consisting of enforcement only contracts. This has created an influx of work for the commercial branch of the legal team. We are looking to hire a keen and competent paralegal who will support in the day-to-day drafting of these contracts, playing a key role in the development of this new area. We also will require assistance with other commercial contracts such as event licences, non-disclosure agreements and specialised parking agreements. <ul> <li>Acting as an internal key point of contact for any enforcement only contracts.</li> <li>Drafting a variety of commercial contracts.</li> <li>Investigating title and land ownership documents.</li> <li>Managing and streamlining the process.</li> <li>Keeping a comprehensive tracker of all contracts.</li> <li>Assisting the associate legal counsel with ad hoc tasks.</li> </ul> The role holder may be asked to undertake other duties, as required, which are not necessarily specified in this role profile, but which are commensurate with the grade for this role. It may be amended from time to time within the scope and general level of responsibility attached to this role. What We're Looking For: <ul> <li>A minimum of 2 years paralegal experience in commercial property.</li> <li>Strong IT skills and excellent organizational abilities.</li> <li>Capability to work independently and as part of a team, supported by the in-house Legal team.</li> <li>A solid academic background.</li> </ul> What We Offer: <ul> <li>Leave Benefits: 33 days leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays).</li> <li>Birthday Bonus: An extra day off to celebrate your special day.</li> <li>Reward &amp; Recognition Program: Your efforts will be acknowledged.</li> <li>Perk Scheme: Discounts at your favorite stores.</li> <li>Free or Discounted Parking: Convenient and affordable parking options.</li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme: Up to £1,000 towards a new bike.</li> <li>Company Pension: Generous contributions to secure your future.</li> <li>Death in Service Benefit: Financial peace of mind for you and your loved ones.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program: Support for your well-being when you need it most.</li> <li>Work-Life Balance: A supportive environment for personal and professional growth.</li> <li>Continuous Development: Access to training, coaching, and career development opportunities.</li> </ul> Join Us! If you're a proactive and skilled paralegal with a passion for commercial property and a drive to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of our journey!

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