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Deadline: 17 January 2025DescriptionWe have a fantastic in-house legal trainee opportunity in the retail sector, for an aspiring solicitor. We are more than just exceptional lawyers here at Iceland. We attract talented aspiring lawyers, each of whom brings their own unique qualities, along with a commercial and collaborative approach, professional drive and a commitment to success. We’re sure you will enjoy working with us.At Iceland, we value teamwork and the working environment almost as much as the work output itself. Our team is focused on commitment, reward and recognition, leadership, taking responsibility and innovation.As a trainee, you will be exposed to a broad variety of legal work spanning many areas of legal expertise, whilst learning to take a commercial approach in an environment that stretches up and down the supply chain, from manufacturing to retail, and across a variety of sectors. &nbsp;The Iceland Legal Team looks after legal matters for the retail business, as well as its wider corporate group, so your working day remains fresh, from one day to the next.&nbsp;You will work on everything from commercial agreements and queries, brand licensing, marketing, corporate transactions, competition and regulatory matters, to employment advisory and disputes, data protection matters and defendant litigation work (including public liability, employer’s liability, and motor claims). &nbsp;We are committed to helping you realise your full potential.&nbsp; As well as learning on the job, you will enjoy the support of the wider Legal Team and be mentored by a senior solicitor throughout your training and beyond.We can offer a training contract, or may be able to offer a graduate solicitor apprenticeship, depending on your existing qualifications, and where you are on your legal training journey.Job descriptionOur training contract is designed to offer you the breadth of experience and training needed to become a well-rounded in-house solicitor, confident to provide legal advice on a broad range of legal matters. You will be given responsibility from an early stage and the opportunity to work alongside senior solicitors and key stakeholders throughout the business.Our training contracts consist of four seats, each lasting six months, in corporate, commercial, employment and defendant litigation.&nbsp; During your training, you will have access to contentious and non-contentious work, and you will have regular performance reviews with your supervising solicitor. &nbsp;They will help you develop the skills you need to deal with the demanding work you will come across every day and they will guide you and ensure that you are actively involved in their work and the work of the team. &nbsp;You will have the opportunity to refine your skills and specialise in the discipline you qualify into.What we are looking forIt is the quality of the candidate that is important to us.&nbsp; We are looking for candidates with:<ul><li>a degree at 2:1 standard (either law degree, or non-law with conversion/SQE preparation course);</li><li>a sharp intellect;</li><li>drive, and an interest in the above specialisms of law;</li><li>commercial awareness;</li><li>good communication and interpersonal skills;</li><li>resolve, resilience, and a conscientious nature;</li><li>independent thought and curiosity;</li><li>a range of interests outside of the law;</li><li>a good sense of humour (this is a must!); and</li><li>a willingness to take on responsibility.</li></ul>If you have these qualities, then we would like to hear from you.&nbsp; Prior completion of the SQE is preferable, but not required.Recruitment processCandidates will undertake a range of assessments to showcase their skills, including a written exercise, short presentation and formal interview.&nbsp; Technical legal knowledge is not required; the aim is to demonstrate that you can analyse and present information, write in a clear and concise manner, provide an opinion and discuss that opinion if questioned and show us your personality.Additional job details:Company benefits<ul><li>A competitive salary with an excellent benefits package</li><li>25 days holiday, plus 8 days bank holiday</li><li>15% store discount, 30% club individual restaurant discount</li><li>Discounted gym membership</li><li>Charity fundraising events</li><li>Educational sponsorship</li><li>Enhanced maternity/paternity leave</li><li>Long service awards</li><li>Reward &amp; recognition</li></ul>LocationNorth West /North WalesContract, dates and working timesFull-time, min 37.5 hours, office basedSalaryCompetitive, and dependent on experienceClosing date&nbsp;&nbsp;17 January 2025

Training Contract/Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship - 2025 - in-house - Iceland Foods

Deadline: midday 30 January 2025Our graduate solicitor apprenticeship is for those who have completed their law degree, or those who have completed a non-law degree and the GDL.What is a graduate solicitor apprenticeship?Our graduate solicitor apprenticeship is for those who have completed their law degree, or those who have completed a non-law degree and the PGDL (or equivalent). You can apply from the penultimate year of your law degree, or final year of your non-law degree.&nbsp;Our graduate solicitor apprenticeship will support you through to qualification as a solicitor by completion of the Solicitors Qualifying Exams (SQE1 and SQE2). As you are not required to complete the SQE before joining the firm, you are able to start straight from your degree or PGDL - gaining more on-the-job experience, and earning a salary, earlier.Our apprenticeship is a 32-month programme designed to provide you with an excellent training experience leading to your qualification as a solicitor. You’ll be able to test your skills across five seats within the business whilst supported by a robust network. You will be given the opportunity to learn from legal experts whilst completing high quality work with responsibly and client exposure.If you are currently already studying towards the SQE, unfortunately you are not eligible for our programme due to repetition of content.What is included in the Weightmans graduate solicitor apprenticeship?You will complete five work placements in teams across the business. One day each week will be dedicated to off-the-job learning whilst completing your solicitor qualifying exams (SQE1 and SQE2) with BPP University Law School, with all fees paid by the firm.Is the graduate solicitor apprenticeship for you?To apply for the role of trainee solicitor you will be a graduate or be due to graduate before September 2026. If your degree is not a qualifying law degree (LLB) you will be required to also complete a post graduate diploma in law (or equivalent) before commencing your training. If you are currently already studying towards the SQE, unfortunately you are not eligible for our programme due to repetition of content.Our trainee solicitors will develop the competencies listed below as they progress through the programme. These competencies are also used to help shape our early careers recruitment processes; we assess for potential in these areas, but we do not expect experience.<ul><li>Reasons and problem solves effectively with complex data and information and learns quickly.</li><li>Plans, organises, prioritises and manages resources and time.</li><li>IT literate.</li><li>Has a strong commercial focus.</li><li>Emotionally resilient, mature and positive when the going gets tough.</li><li>Customer-centric — both internal and external.</li><li>Flexible and adaptable.</li><li>Demonstrates integrity.</li><li>Is achievement-driven, shows initiative, takes responsibility with a ‘can do’ attitude.</li><li>Committed to continuous improvement.</li><li>Attends to the detail and is quality minded.</li><li>Self‐aware — knows own strengths and weaknesses.</li><li>Demonstrates effective communication both verbally and in writing.</li><li>Assertive and socially confident.</li><li>Influential and persuasive.</li><li>Team player and team builder who networks effectively.</li><li>Diplomatic, tactful and empathic.</li><li>Interpersonally skilled, reads people and situations and then adapts accordingly.</li><li>Aware of and propagates a positive and professional image and persona.</li></ul>Salary and benefitsFor year one as a trainee solicitor, you would receive a salary of £27,000 (£34,000 London), which will increase after 12 months to £29,000 (£36,000 London). As a Weightmans employee, you will also be entitled to our excellent staff benefits including:<ul><li>28 days' holiday</li><li>Healthcare cover</li><li>Pension plan</li><li>Travel loan scheme</li><li>Employee care scheme</li><li>Discounted gym membership</li><li>Dental care scheme</li></ul>

Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship (SQE) - 2026 - Weightmans

Application deadline: ongoing recruitmentTrainee solicitors are a vital part of this firm. We believe strongly in training our own staff internally and adopt a hands on approach wherever possible.&nbsp;Our Jennifer Sole won the lawcareers.net award for best small firm trainer in 2015 and we were shortlisted for a best training award by lawcareers.net for over 5 years until they discontinued their awards. &nbsp; In December 2021 we were awarded a silver medal in the Workplace Happiness Awards sponsored by The Telegraph, and this was without even applying!During their contract, our trainees gain exposure to all of the areas of law we practise and, under supervision, will have client contact from the very beginning.ApplyWe are currently seeking trainee solicitors to work in our London City and High&nbsp;Wycombe offices beginning in 2024 and 2025.There is no deadline for making an application – we are generally always recruiting as the firm’s departments are all growing. We consider applications throughout the year.&nbsp;We often arrange 2-day assessment periods which allow both us and the candidate to obtain an insight into each other.&nbsp;Suitable candidates should have a minimum of a 2:1 degree, if this has already been completed.&nbsp;We do consider applications from candidates who have not yet completed their degree or LPC, and candidates who wish to seek to qualify through the SQE route.If you wish to make an application please send a covering letter/email and your CV&nbsp;to:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:training@curzongreen.co.uk" target="_blank">training@curzongreen.co.uk</a>

Training Contract/Solicitor Apprenticeship - 2024 & 2025 - Curzon Green

Deadline 31 January 2025About The RoleYour Path to a Rewarding Legal Career Starts HereAre you a driven and ambitious individual with a passion for law? Gateley is offering an exciting opportunity for aspiring solicitors to join our Graduate Solicitor Apprentice starting in August 2027As a Graduate Solicitor Apprentice, you will join our 27-month programme, studying one day a week with the University of Law.For those with a non-law degree, please note that you will be required to study the “Graduate Law Essentials” course, run by the University of Law, with us before starting the Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship. During this time, you will join the business as a Paralegal (with the equivalent salary) until you enter into the graduate content of the course in August 2027.What We OfferComprehensive Training: Our training contract provides a balanced mix of on-the-job learning and formal training sessions. You will receive supervision and mentoring from highly-experienced solicitors, complemented by soft skills development training and quarterly coaching sessions from our talent development team. Our team of professional support lawyers will also provide regular technical training.Four six-month seats, giving you well-rounded exposure to a number of areas of law.Client Interaction: Engage directly with clients, building your confidence and professional network. You will have opportunities to work directly with clients allowing you to build your client-care and communication skills. Your progress and performance will be discussed regularly with you as well as more formally at your mid- and end-of-seat reviews.From day one in your first seat, you will be given as much responsibility as possible and will play a crucial role in your team.The chance to be based from our Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Nottingham or Reading offices. This year we are also offering the opportunity to have a split role between our Reading and Guildford office.&nbsp;What We’re Looking ForAt Gateley, we seek candidates who bring a blend of key soft skills and a passion for personal and professional growth. Here’s what we value:<ul><li>Growth Mindset: We want people who are eager to develop, learn, and improve continuously, embracing challenges and actively seeking opportunities for self-improvement.</li><li>Collaboration: Teamwork is at the heart of what we do. We are looking for individuals who enjoy working with others, communicate effectively, and are committed to achieving collective success.</li><li>Time Optimisation: The ability to manage time efficiently and prioritise effectively is essential. We value candidates who can organise their work to deliver the best results under pressure.</li><li>Personal Responsibility: Accountability matters. We want individuals who take ownership of their work, make considered decisions, and are committed to delivering excellence.</li><li>Commercial Awareness: Our trainees need to understand the business world, spot opportunities, and think commercially to support our clients effectively. We’re looking for people who are curious about how their work contributes to broader business objectives.</li><li>Relationship Management: Building and nurturing strong professional relationships is key to success. We value those who can connect with others, network confidently, and build trust.</li><li>Resilience: A legal career can be demanding. We seek individuals who are adaptable, recover quickly from setbacks, and remain positive and focused under pressure.</li><li>Pride in Work: We’re after candidates who take pride in delivering high-quality work and always strive to meet and exceed expectations.</li></ul>If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to take on the challenges of a dynamic legal environment, we’d love to hear from you.How &nbsp;to ApplyOur assessment process consists of the following elements:<ul><li>Online application form&nbsp;– this will cover some basic details such as academics, personal information and your location preference (we always advise giving just one location preference).</li><li>Interactive assessment&nbsp;(sent to you up to one-week post-completion of application form) –this assessment will present you with a range of questions that measure how suited you are to a career at Gateley. You will be asked a number of different questions, including how you would respond in various situations, what your work preferences are, as well as a range of questions designed to test your critical reasoning and attention to detail capability.</li><li>Video assessment&nbsp;(Feb 2025) – should you pass the benchmark score for the interactive assessment, you will then be invited to complete our video interview, which will present you with 3 questions which are required to record your answers to.</li><li>Assessment centre&nbsp;(March 2025) – these will take place in March 2025 and will be specific to the office you have applied to. An interview will also take place as part of this assessment.</li><li>Summer vacation placement&nbsp;(June/July 2025) – the SVP allows you to experience a week in the life of a Trainee Solicitor/Graduate Solicitor Apprentice, which will include real responsibility, working on case files and attending meetings.</li></ul>Please note that the interactive assessment will be sent to you within one week of completing the online application form. You will then have 7 working days to complete this. If you require any adjustments to our assess mentor if you are unable to complete the assessment within this timeframe, please let our team know at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:earlycareers@gateleyplc.com" target="_blank">earlycareers@gateleyplc.com</a>.Application Deadline: 31st&nbsp;January 2025. All applications will be reviewed once the closing date has passed.N.B. Due to changes in the UK Government’s minimum salary requirements for visa sponsorship, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this level of role.

Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship - September 2027 - Gateley Legal

Application deadline: 5pm on 6 January 2025Please note that both the online registration form and the critical thinking test must be completed by the deadline.&nbsp;Who are we looking for?There is no Addleshaw Goddard type. We are looking for authentic personalities who are aspiring, confident and committed to becoming great lawyers.We want people who&nbsp;want to learn alongside the best in the profession, bringing their energy and passion to our team and our clients.Candidates who are within their penultimate year of a law degree or final year of a non-law degree, or beyond, and are on track for or have graduated with a 2:1 or above are eligible to apply. Please note that we consider applications from those who have received a 2:2 with mitigating circumstances.What can you expect?&nbsp;This is a scheme as unique as you are. As well as informative sessions, group exercises, assessed work and plenty of time at your desk, you will attend social events with a range of people across the office. It's a real chance to get to know our people and our culture. Successful candidates will then go on to be offered a training contract with the firm.&nbsp;Training Contract&nbsp;We offer a wide range of seats within these groups across our offices. If you are offered a training contract with us following a successful placement scheme, your two-year training contract will cover four six-month seats in:<ul><li>Corporate &amp; Commercial</li><li>Disputes</li><li>Finance &amp; Projects</li><li>Real Estate</li></ul>You'll receive&nbsp;training that's tailored to your needs and interests while gaining a first-hand insight into life at one of the UK's most respected law firms. You will be supported by some of our brightest minds and challenged with meaningful work, helping you develop the connections and skills you need to become a trusted lawyer.International Applicants and SponsorshipWe welcome applications from candidates from all locations and do not make recruitment decisions based on an applicant's current location. However, please note that this Placement Scheme/Training contract role may not meet the Home Office requirements for a Skilled Worker visa. Therefore, we may not be able to sponsor visas for these roles at the point of hire. More information can be found on gov.uk regarding this. If you have specific queries regarding your current circumstances please get in touch by emailing <a href="mailto:earlycareers@addleshawgoddard.com" target="_blank">earlycareers@addleshawgoddard.com</a>.Other InformationApplication window: 1st October 2024 – 5pm 6th&nbsp;January 2025. Please note that both the online registration form and the critical thinking test must be completed by the deadline.&nbsp;If you are successful in obtaining a&nbsp;training contract offer we now have an alternative route to qualification alongside the traditional training contract. Successful candidates will have the option of the Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship route. More information on this route can be found on our Early Careers website.Please note that we accept one application per intake year. Therefore you can only apply for one location so please ensure you have decided where you would like to be based before applying.

Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship/Training Contract - September 2027 - Addleshaw Goddard

Application deadline: 31 January 2025.Organic growth is important to Blacks Solicitors and we aim to recruit talented Trainee Solicitors and retain them on qualification.Blacks typically recruit three Trainees each year, with contracts commencing on 1 September every year.Our Trainees spend two years working in four different areas of law and receive a high level of training in each discipline, whilst experiencing considerable client contact.Over recent years we have retained a significant proportion of Blacks’ Trainee intake, with a number of the Firm’s current partners originally having joined the firm as Trainee Solicitors!&nbsp;What’s it like to be a Trainee at Blacks?Here is what some of our recent Trainees and NQs have to say:“The best thing about training at Blacks is the exposure to varied work and the client contact you get, working closely with business owners to make a recognisable difference. You will be expected to take responsibility of matters as though they were your own and manage client expectations. The experience as a Trainee really helps to set you up for life as an NQ and become a trusted adviser. I also find Blacks a very friendly place to work, with a great social atmosphere.”“Blacks have provided me with a friendly and supportive working environment whilst being a Trainee. I have been able to gain real hands-on experience in dealing with clients and their files and have been given ample responsibilities to prepare me for qualification. Blacks have also been supportive in allowing me to develop my wider professional attributes, such as my networking and presentation skills, as trainees are often encouraged to attend various business development events.”How do I apply?Blacks are currently recruiting for Training Contracts with start dates of September 2028 and September 2029.If you would like to apply for a Training Contract, please send your CV together with a covering letter (explaining why you want to work for Blacks, and what you will bring to the Firm) via email by 31 January 2025.To be shortlisted as a candidate for Blacks’ Trainee Programme we require you to have the following experience and skills:<ul><li>A strong academic record and have achieved 340 UCAS points (AAB) or the Tariff equivalent from your best three A-Levels, together with a strong 2:1. If you have undertaken the GDL or LPC we require you to have achieved a Commendation or above</li><li>Attention to detail and ability to work to high standards</li><li>Ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines</li><li>Self-motivated with a strong work ethic</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively</li><li>A common sense approach</li><li>Enthusiastic and have ability to use initiative</li><li>An outgoing personality (a sense of humour is essential)</li></ul>Alternatively for more information about Blacks’ Training Contracts please contact Tom Moyes (Training Partner), or Ruth King (Head of HR), via email or call today on 0113 207 000Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship route - same deadlineThese take 2.5 years to complete and are for people who are educated to degree level, and ideally have a PDGL.Over the course of the Apprenticeship programme you will:<ul><li>Experience life in a variety of different teams</li><li>Gain valuable experience in an award-winning law firm</li><li>Be paid as you learn</li></ul>

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