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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: 9 May 2025We are always looking for talented lawyers at all levels, and whilst academics and knowledge are important, we also look for other qualities in our lawyers. We look for talented, enthusiastic individuals who have a pro-active, client-focused approach and are team-players.Whilst there is no denying we wouldn’t be where we are without everyone’s hard-work, we are friendly, open and hard-working and provide a supportive environment, a pro-active approach to your work life balance, and offer you scope to grow in your role.At Boyes Turner, we have minimum academic requirements for our training contracts. We can only accept your application if you have obtained, or are on course to obtain, a minimum 2:1 degree or equivalent. However, if you do not meet these requirements but feel you have extenuating circumstances and can provide documentation to support this then please do apply, completing the extenuating circumstances section of our application form.We make no distinction between law and non-law graduates in the timing of our recruitment, however, we aim to make our appointments two years prior to the start of the training contract. We aim to recruit a mixture of law and non-law graduates to the training scheme. Applications from specific universities are not favoured - individual and academic achievements are more important.We recruit between two and four trainees each year. Trainees complete four six-month seats. We typically recruit two years in advance.Our vacation scheme is only one method of recruiting for our training contract scheme. However, you are encouraged to make an application to our vacation scheme as it may increase the likelihood of you obtaining a training contract with us and will also help you decide whether we are the right firm for you.Currently, trainees in their first year are paid £27,000 p.a. and £31,000 p.a. in the second year.When applying, please include the following in your cover letter:<ul><li>What interests you in a Training Contract at Boyes Turner?</li><li>What qualities and experiences make you a strong candidate?</li><li>Are there any particular areas of law that interest you?</li><li>Our Training Contracts start in September, which year would you be looking to begin?</li><li>Do you know anyone currently working at Boyes Turner?</li></ul>Key Dates:<ul><li>Applications close on 9th May</li><li>First-stage calls are planned for mid-May</li><li>Face-to-face interviews will take place at the end of May and into June</li><li>Our two-day assessment day will be held in July</li></ul>We have been voted as the leading UK regional law firm to work for in the South East by the Best Company Survey published by the Sunday Times and best law firm to work for in the South East for three years in a row.

Training Contract - September 2027 - Boyes Turner

Deadline – 11:59pm on Sunday 22 JuneWe’re always looking for new talent and look forward to hearing from you.As an accredited Disability Confident employer and member of the Valuable 500, we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. Disability inclusion is an integral part of our diversity and inclusion strategy, and supports our people strategy goal to attract, retain and maximize the potential of the best, diverse talent for the future.Our legal training contracts give you the opportunity to experience four six-month seats over two years. At least one seat must be in a contentious area. You may also have the chance to apply for a secondment at a client office or at another Eversheds Sutherland office in the UK or internationally.You won't simply be given a conventional development path: you’ll work closely with your supervisor to identify and build on your strengths - and we'll talk to you about how you see your future evolving. We recommend trying as many seats as possible but if there's one you really want to experience, we'll do our best to accommodate you.Once you qualify, you’ll be able to apply for any of the vacancies on offer. As you might expect, our aim is to retain every trainee on qualification.Project Rise - Part-time trainingEversheds Sutherland have committed to joining an initiative that offers all successful candidates the opportunity to train on a part-time basis. Project Rise (Law Society initiative) provides a more accessible route to qualification for individuals who cannot train full-time due to disability, caring responsibilities or other notable reasons.For those who are interested in part-time training, please discuss any requests for part-time working with the Emerging Talent team at any point during the recruitment process or at offer stage.SMART commitmentAs part of our commitment to being a responsible business, we have partnered with Aspiring Solicitors in supporting its Social Mobility and Real Talent 'SMART'&nbsp; Commitment initiative.The initiative allows those from lower socio-economic backgrounds who meet a criteria to apply for funding in advance of interviewing with the firm or joining Eversheds Sutherland. This initiative provides specific support for candidates to help them purchase business clothes if attending an assessment day, vacation scheme, or before they start work with the firm, or help fund accommodation during the vacation scheme, or for future trainees to help buy IT equipment for their studies.The scheme is confidential and completely anonymous for each participant who requires this extra funding.Details of how to apply to the initiative will be shared with individuals during the recruitment process should they wish to apply.

Training Contract (direct) - 2027 - Eversheds Sutherland

Deadline not stated so apply as soon as possibleRegister your interest for a Trainee Solicitor ApplicationWhen are we recruiting?We are now primarily recruiting for January 2027 although this date may be subject to change.&nbsp; &nbsp;Do you have a set number of trainees?No, we base our intakes on the number of exceptional trainees.Who can apply?Applications are open to anyone who has either graduated or is due to graduate in 2025 onwards.What is the application process?Initially, you will need to register your interest via our online form.&nbsp;When we commence the process we will send you an application form which you will need to return with a copy of your CV.&nbsp;If you are shortlisted we will invite you to an online interview.&nbsp; &nbsp;If you are selected you will then be invited to attend our assessment days.What is the format of the assessment days?You will be invited to join us for two days at our Brighton/Hove office, you will be assigned a buddy who will support you.&nbsp; During those two days, you will be asked to complete a number of tasks and written assignments and attend an interview with a short presentation, the subject of which will be sent to you in good time to prepare.&nbsp; &nbsp; We will ask current trainees to join you for lunch on both days – on us – so you will have an opportunity to ask questions about the process and the Firm.&nbsp; We will reimburse you for any travel expenses.&nbsp;Why Dean Wilson?We believe our culture and values set us apart, our ambition is to be the ‘employer of choice’, where candidates want to gain a contract with us.&nbsp; &nbsp;We are a fully open plan, dog-friendly office with no closed doors and a very healthy work-life balance.&nbsp; We are committed to supporting everyone’s journey whatever path they may choose to take.&nbsp;As a trainee solicitor, you will have the opportunity to train in four seats across the breadth of our business, we will talk to you about your trajectory and plans and work with that in mind.If you have a broad knowledge of the law, a commercial awareness, have all the skills you know we will be looking for, are a true team player and can show us your passion and drive you may be just the person we need to continue to drive our business forward and help our succession plan of the future.

Trainee Solicitor - January 2027 - Dean Wilson LLP

Closing date: 30 April 2025Trainee Solicitor 2026The training contract consists of two years qualifying work experience, comprising four six-month seats in the following practice areas:&nbsp; (i)&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Private Client;&nbsp;(ii)&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Family;&nbsp;(iii)&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Property (Residential/Commercial/Landed Estates); and&nbsp;(iv)&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Combined seat in Dispute Resolution, Corporate &amp; Commercial and Charities.&nbsp; &nbsp; Our training programme focuses on the development of essential practical legal skills, including drafting documents and correspondence, maintaining and developing client relationships and conducting legal research.&nbsp; We believe in a ‘hands on’ approach to training and as they progress trainees will be given increasing responsibility and client contact. &nbsp;Key ResponsibilitiesTrainees will be asked to undertake a mix of substantive and procedural tasks. &nbsp; They will be expected to assist on all aspects of case progression, under partner supervision. Tasks are likely to include:&nbsp;-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;conducting legal research;-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;preparing letters/notes of advice;&nbsp;-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;attending client meetings and making attendance notes;&nbsp;-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;briefing barristers on clients’ cases and attending conferences with counsel;&nbsp;-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;drafting applications to court and supporting witness statements;&nbsp;-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;preparing court bundles; attending court hearings and taking a note;&nbsp;-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;assisting in the preparing of contractual documents, wills and trusts;&nbsp;-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;liaising with clients on fee estimates and costs.&nbsp; &nbsp;Administrative duties include:&nbsp;-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;maintaining your training record;&nbsp;-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;completing daily time recording;-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;following procedures for opening, maintaining and closing files.&nbsp; Trainees will receive initial and ongoing compliance training. &nbsp;They will be expected to assist with/participate in marketing and business development initiatives including writing blogs/articles and attending networking events. &nbsp;Tasks will involve working on own initiative as well as teamwork. Trainees are expected to communicate clearly and appropriately with clients, colleagues and third parties.&nbsp;Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseApplicants will be expected to have:-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;At least a 2:1 degree with minimum grades of AAB at A Level in an academic subject.&nbsp; A law degree is not essential.-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Passed the LPC or SQE1 and SQE2 before they commence their training contract.-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;listening and communication skills.-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;analytical skills.-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;time management skills.ApplicationYou are required to submit both a CV and covering letter, which should explain why you would like to train at Hunters. Please demonstrate your commitment to a legal career including by reference to any relevant work experience, and highlight what you believe you can contribute to the firm. We suggest making it around 500-750 words.&nbsp; Please ensure to not include any personal details in the covering letter.About Hunters Law LLPHunters combines top-class legal advice with exceptional personal service for our clients. We are consistently ranked as one of London’s top firms, serving a client base of private individuals, trusts, landed estates, businesses, and charities and providing them with a holistic legal service. Situated in the heart of legal London in Lincoln’s Inn, we are an established, forward-looking firm with a welcoming and inclusive culture.&nbsp;Our Hiring Process<dl><dt>Stage 1</dt></dl>ApplicationOnce you have submitted your application it will be reviewed by the team.&nbsp; You will receive notification by close of business on 9 May either that (a) you are invited to a first interview, or (b) that your application has not been successful.<dl><dt>Stage 2</dt></dl>1st InterviewFirst interviews will take place in the weeks commencing 12 and 19 May and will be conducted by video call by Henry Hood and Mary Elliott.&nbsp; Following your first interview, you will receive notification by 31 May either that (a) you are invited to our vacation scheme/2nd interview or (b) that your application is not being taken further.<dl><dt>Stage 3</dt></dl>Vacation Scheme and 2nd InterviewThe one-week vacation scheme which incorporates the second interview, written assessments and presentations, as well as experience in each department, will take place the weeks commencing 16 and 23 June 2025.&nbsp; Candidates will be asked to attend our offices every day for one of those two weeks. &nbsp;<dl><dt>Stage 4</dt></dl>HiredThe successful candidates will receive offers by close of business on 11 July 2025. &nbsp;

Trainee Solicitor (inc vacation scheme 2025) - Sept 2026 - Hunters Law

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>

Trainee Solicitor - September 2027 - Wrigleys

DeadlinesTraining Contract is 12/5/2025Summer Vacation Scheme 30th June – 11th July 2025 is 12/01/2025The programmeThe success of any law firm depends on the talent and professionalism of its lawyers and support staff. That is why we are committed to investing in the training and professional development of our trainee solicitors.We are looking for enthusiastic and talented graduates from all backgrounds and cultures who share our commitment to excellence and who want to be part of the continued growth of our London office and become part of the next generation of leaders at our firm.Providing our clients with an excellent service is our number one priority. Our lawyers need to be commercially minded and approachable and able to work with our clients as part of a team on complex and often high profile legal issues. If you feel you can meet this challenge and want to work at an inclusive firm which has a long tradition of pro bono and community support, we would like to hear from you.What It's Really LikeMany law firms, including Arnold &amp; Porter, have a definite style of practice and work environment. We think ours is spirited, open, welcoming, and collegial. We encourage our lawyers to be themselves. Intelligence, originality, initiative, and independent judgment are highly respected. All lawyers, regardless of their experience, are expected to express their views on substantive firm matters.The London office reflects the environment of the firm generally with its collegial and informal atmosphere, regular informal social gatherings, smart business-casual dress policy, team-based assignment policies, and a leading pro bono programme.When you join Arnold &amp; Porter you will be introduced to the firm through our training and induction programme. This includes information about the firm's practices and procedures and training in the use of our IT systems, library, and online data sources. You will attend the fast track Professional Skills Course which is provided externally for the firm.During your training contract you will have the opportunity to spend six months working within four of our practice groups—Life Sciences and Healthcare Regulatory, Intellectual Property, Corporate and Securities, Competition, White Collar Defence, Commercial Litigation, or International Arbitration. Arnold &amp; Porter encourages individuals to work across specialisms, so you may well find that whilst you are working in one group, you undertake work in a variety of different areas and for a variety of partners and fee-earners throughout the firm.The training programme in our London office includes in-house as well as external training sessions, providing professional development training that is linked to a competencies framework. Read more about Trainee life at Arnold &amp; Porter in the&nbsp;Chambers Student Guide True Picture feature.Salary &amp; BenefitsArnold &amp; Porter will pay your fees for required post-graduate courses (PGDL/ SQE/ LPC) prior to your Training Contract.Details of our current trainee salary levels are available on application to a member of the Graduate Recruitment Team. We review salaries annually to be competitive with market levels for equivalent law firms in London. Trainees are entitled to 25 days' annual holiday. Other benefits include participation in the firm's Healthy Incentive Bonus Scheme, seasonal holiday bonus, optical testing, private health insurance, private dental insurance, life assurance, and an interest-free travel season ticket loan.Application ProcessWe look for candidates with a consistently high academic background, who have or are likely to achieve a 2.1 degree or above. Candidates need to demonstrate good analytical skills, combined with a common sense approach. Candidates should be self-motivated, and show their ability to get involved in a wide range of extracurricular activities outside studies, showing a good level of achievement in all areas.We value communication skills and look for evidence that you've worked in teams and taken on responsibility. We also want to get a sense of your enthusiasm, energy, and commitment.We do review all applications we receive, and seek out the applications from individuals who can be perceptive about the things they have done and learned from their experiences.Selection ProcedureWe invite candidates to apply for a training contract and/or summer placement by submitting our online application form. We do not accept any other form of application.We recruit two years in advance for training contracts. .

Training Contract 2027 & Vacation scheme 2025 - Arnold & Porter

Application deadline: Training Contract 1 June 2025Application deadline: Vacation scheme 31 March 2025Are you a law student? Our popular graduate scheme offers a road into a major regional law firm.We are a major regional law firm, and we’re growing fast. We offer a wide variety of opportunities in a range of departments. Whether it’s wills or leases, farmland development or divorces – we'll have something that piques your interest.You will be encouraged to contribute effectively day-to-day – and of course you will be surrounded by experienced lawyers, helping you at every step. We carefully assess the level of responsibility we give you and when you’re ready, you can deliver client-facing work too.Applying for a training contract at TeesVacation schemes are a great way of deciding which firms you would like to apply for a training contract, and Tees’ vacation scheme is no exception. During your placement, you’ll have the chance to chat with our current trainees about life as a trainee solicitor here.Our training contract consists of four seats of six months in different departments at one of our six offices. Trainees work in supportive teams and are supervised by either a Partner or Senior Associate. We actively encourage our trainees to get involved in marketing, networking, training, and social events hosted by the firm. The working environment is enthusiastic and friendly and trainees have regular meetings with their supervisors.At Tees, we support our trainees and their progression through the firm. Some of our previous trainees include:Chris Claxton-Shirley&nbsp;– Wills Tax Trusts and Probate Solicitor at Tees&nbsp;Sally Powell&nbsp;– Family Partner at TeesWe’re award-winningWe won the 2019 Law Careers.net&nbsp;‘Best Trainer – Regional Law Firm’ award. We have a good track record - we've won The LawCareers.Net Recruitment and Training award for ‘Best trainer - Medium regional firm’ in 2016 (and in 2010) and in 2012 we won Best Work Placement scheme – Regional firm.We only recruit academically strong, personable and ambitious people to train with Tees. Our trainees are a big part of the firm’s future, as they progress through their training, into qualification and beyond. Eight of our current partners started their careers as trainees at Tees!&nbsp;When to applyTees’ Training Contract application window opened on&nbsp;Friday, 20 December 2024,&nbsp;and will close at midnight on 1 June 2025.To apply,&nbsp;submit your CV with a cover letter.Tees’ 2026/2027 Training Contract Assessment Day is scheduled on Thursday, 3 July 2025, in Bishop’s Stortford.We receive a very high volume of applications, so please apply well before the closing date. We will respond to all applications after the closing date.What we’re looking for:<ul><li>At least 320 UCAS points (ABB) or equivalent</li><li>At least a 2:1 in your degree</li><li>A keen and genuine interest in Tees</li><li>A personable and ambitious nature</li><li>A well-rounded individual with interests both related and unrelated to the law</li><li>Commercial awareness</li></ul>If that sounds like you, then we would like to hear from you.What is the vacation scheme?Every year, we welcome talented students and graduates for a week’s placement on our vacation scheme. It’s your chance to get to know us and to see what it’s like working in a modern law firm.It’s also our chance to get to know you! We regularly invite vacation scheme candidates to then join our training contract assessment process.How the vacation scheme worksThe vacation scheme runs for one week during June or July every year, and is open to:<ul><li>Second and third year undergraduates</li><li>Graduates</li><li>Students/graduates of the LPC, GDL or SQE&nbsp;</li></ul>During your placement, you’ll get to work on real cases and will work in two or three different departments. You’ll get to see the range of the firm’s work and talk to experienced solicitors about what it’s like to work in their field. We’re interested in hearing from those who are already studying a Law degree, or those who wish to pursue a career in Law with us.We are looking for candidates with:&nbsp;<ul><li>At least 320 UCAS points (ABB at A Level or equivalent)</li><li>A keen and genuine interest in applying to Tees for a training contract after completing the vacation scheme</li><li>A personable and ambitious nature</li><li>Interests both related and unrelated to the law</li><li>Commercial awareness</li></ul>During the week, you will be invited for lunch with some of our current trainees. We will reimburse any travel expenses up to £50.Tees 2025 vacation scheme application deadlinesThe deadline for our 2025 vacation scheme is 31 March 2025. Soon after the closing date, you will be informed whether you will be invited to an interview, which normally takes place in April.&nbsp;In 2025, the vacation scheme will take place in June.Applications are open from&nbsp;20 December 2024. To apply,&nbsp;submit your CV with a cover letter

Training Contract & Vacation scheme - 2026/7 & 2025 - Tees

DeadlinesFor Training Contract Spring Assessment Days: 31 January 2025For Vacation Scheme: 17 February 2025For Training Contract Summer Assessment Days: 2 June 2025Our Training ContractOur training programme combines excellent legal training with varied, high quality and challenging work, all within a flexible, supportive and collaborative environment.Trainees are given responsibility and autonomy from day one. No two trainees are the same, so we give every trainee a tailored experience, reflecting their own ambitions, skills and approach. We’ll support you to complete seats which will help you to develop your skills, give you a broad and varied legal knowledge and align to your interests and future qualification area ambitions.During your training contract you will work closely with partners and other leading lawyers and build strong working relationships with colleagues and partners across the firm.How our Training Contract works:<ul><li>Bristol or Exeter based Training Contract</li><li>Dedicated and fully funded London secondment, for those who are interested</li><li>Complete 4×6 month seat rotations</li><li>Get a say in the seats you do. No trainee journey is the same</li><li>Given 1:1 coaching by the Training Principal to support you with your seat choices and career aspirations</li><li>Have a tailor-made personal development programme</li><li>Given lots of support from a trainee buddy, supervisor, Training Principal and HR</li></ul>Why Michelmores?Michelmores is the destination law firm for the ambitious, the imaginative and the distinctive. We help enterprises and individuals navigate change to find a positive future.We are a flexible, friendly and inclusive organisation with as clear a focus on fresh thinking as we have on growth and success. We value and nurture our people’s potential and inspiration and give them a creative, open and collaborative environment in which to develop a career and succeed.As a trainee at Michelmores, you will find the best blend of varied, high-quality work in a flexible and supportive environment.Alongside building your understanding of the law, you’ll gain a real grasp of the commercial realities that affect our clients and how we help them make the most of their opportunities.You will be joining a firm that wants to make a positive difference to the world around them, for their people, their clients, the local communities we work in and the planet.&nbsp;Who are we looking for?<ul><li>Individuality</li><li>The right values and behaviours</li><li>A growth mindset</li><li>Future leaders</li><li>Candidates who are passionate about law and a career at Michelmores</li></ul>Please note that the assessment day can take place in either our Exeter or Bristol office.Michelmores LLP is an Equal Opportunities EmployerWe do not discriminate on grounds of race, gender, marital status, age, religion, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, disability or sexual orientation in the selection, recruitment and treatment of our staff.View our Inclusion and Belonging pages for more information.As part of our recruitment policy our candidates are subject to pre-employment screening checks. The Employee Screening Process includes DBS screening, adverse media checks, financial screening, and will also involve verification of employment history, your right to work in the UK and any relevant qualifications and memberships. If you would like further information around this, at this stage, please get in touch with our recruitment team (<a href="mailto:gradrecruitment@michelmores.com" target="_blank">gradrecruitment@michelmores.com</a>)Do you sponsor visas for international candidates?All employees must have a legal right to work in the UK in order to undertake any UK based employment. British and Irish citizens currently have an automatic right to work in the UK. All other citizens must have a UK visa or settled status in the UK. Please provide us with full details of your immigration status and, where appropriate, how you intend to qualify for a UK visa so that we can consider whether or not it is possible for us to progress your application. We will look at each application on a case-by-case basis. Any offer will be conditional upon your right to work in the UK.There are minimum salary and skill requirements that need to be met to be eligible for a sponsored visa. Full details on restrictions including course completion requirements can be found on the Home Office website. UK Immigration Rules are subject to change with little or no notice.Potential sponsorship options are subject to UK immigration policies and any corresponding reviews. Michelmores cannot make any guarantee that you will be eligible for sponsorship. Michelmores keeps its approach under review in line with new government guidance, as it is published.Please also be aware that should any subsequent changes to the UK immigration rules affect the viability of your application before your start date, we reserve the right to change how we process applications, in line with the new regulations. Once we become aware of any changes we will let you know at the earliest possible opportunity.Our Vacation SchemeOur vacation scheme offers a comprehensive, week-long experience at our Bristol or Exeter office. Throughout the week, you'll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in our firm, gaining firsthand insight into whether we're the right fit for you, while we also evaluate your potential to thrive with us.You will spend time in one of our teams, attend skills and knowledge building workshops and network with trainees and other colleagues across the firm.As part of the programme, you will engage in various assessments designed to showcase your abilities and help us evaluate your fit for a training contract with our firm. This is an excellent chance to explore our firm's culture, understand our work, and determine if you want to be part of our journey.Next Steps To apply for any of the above, please click the relevant links via Apply.

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