Training Contract - 2025 - Warners Solicitors

Deadline for applications for 2025 is 11th November 2024.

Why 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 Opportunities

Today’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 Development

As 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:

• Induction: Your training begins with a structured induction programme ensuring you are welcomed to the firm as quickly and smoothly as possible.  This includes receiving our Welcome Pack which sets out all you need to know about being a Trainee at Warners.
• Buddy: Warners has a very effective Buddy system.  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.
• Appraisals and feedback meetings:  These take place regularly with your Team Leader/Supervisor.  These are an important part of your training and ensure you are constantly progressing and developing during your trainee programme.
• Training Partner: Our dedicated Training Partner will also play a key role in supporting you through your training contract.
• 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.

Engaging Work Environment

We value a balanced work-life dynamic and encourage our trainees to participate in various firm activities such as:

• Social Events: Including a summer party and Christmas lunch.
• Inter-Firm Sports Matches: Such as rounders and quiz nights.
• Junior Lawyer Events: Networking and development opportunities.
• Pro Bono Law Clinics: Giving back to the community.

Application Process

We 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 & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Pension Scheme
• Medicash
• Life assurance
• Paid parking
• Reduced gym membership

The selection process includes:

• Application Review: Assessment of your application form/CV.
• Assessment Process: A competency-based interview with a Partner/s.  You may also be required to undertake a written assessment. Further details will be provided once you have been selected for an interview. 

Who Should Apply?

We seek enthusiastic, friendly team players who enjoy challenges and are ready for early responsibility. 

Ideal candidates will have:

• Collaboration Skills
• Growth Mindset
• Resilience
• Client Focus
• Business & Commercial Mindset
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Abilities

Contact Us

If 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 Adjustment

Warners 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.