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Rolling application deadlineYour first step towards a successful career in lawWe believe that work experience is in an important step for undergraduates seeking to become solicitors. &nbsp;It provides undergraduates with the opportunity to experience life as a solicitor and to try their hand at completing exercises based on real cases to get a true feel for the work types we offer.&nbsp; It is also a great opportunity to learn more about SJP Law, and of course, it is also your chance to show us what you have to offer our firm. &nbsp;We are now offering flexible work experience opportunities, which will replace the traditional Summer Vacation Scheme.&nbsp;You can apply for work experience throughout the year and successful candidates will be offered a bespoke work experience placement at a mutually convenient time.&nbsp; Wherever possible, placements will involve physical time in our office, spending time with our Trainees, Solicitors and Directors, but virtual placements will also be considered.Real experienceOver the course of your placement, you will cover three different seats, in compensation, commercial and property, alongside an introduction to IT – providing you with experience working in different departments.During your time with us, you will get an authentic insight into what life is really like as a solicitor at a top independent law firm. It is a real opportunity for you to see whether a career as a solicitor is right for you, and whether you have got the necessary skills to thrive in a competitive, fast-moving industry.Successful candidatesOur work experience programme is designed for UK university students reading Law, and those studying allied arts subjects looking to undertake a Law conversion course in the future.We value candidates who successfully balance professionalism with communication, collaboration, and team spirit.&nbsp;Successful applicants will also be high achievers with outstanding academics, be committed to working hard, and have a genuine interest in pursuing a future career as a solicitor at our firm.Applications:To apply for a work experience placement at SJP Law, please submit a handwritten cover letter and a supporting CV to our Human Resources Manager, Kirsty White

Work experience (unpaid) - rolling basis - SJP Law

Application deadline: 31 March 2025We run a series of very successful and popular week-long vacation placements in June and July each year in our Hull office.Who do we want?You must be available for a week in the summer of 2025 (applications for 2024 are closed)At that time you should have completed the second year of a law degree, or the third year of an academic non-law degree, and be looking to start a training contract in September 2027.You must have the equivalent of three grade Bs at A level, and, if you have not already done so, you must be on target to attain a 2:1 or above in your degree.Above all we are looking for candidates with the right attitude. We expect our staff to be motivated and enthusiastic, and we look for these qualities in our work experience students.Unlike some firms, we do not believe that work experience should involve photocopying or making tea! You will work on real client matters alongside our trainees, solicitors and lawyers by getting involved in drafting documents, conducting research, meeting clients and going to court.Our programme is organised to allow you to spend time in each of the firm's core departments to experience the sort of work we do. We structure our placements like a mini training contract, and a detailed timetable will be issued to you at the start of your placement.You will participate in group exercises and attend a range of informal presentations to learn how Rollits operates as a business. At the end of the week you will be required to make a presentation to members of the firm and your work experience colleagues. And we don't forget about the social side of things so you will be given the opportunity to meet our lawyers and trainees outside of work in a social setting.A work experience placement at Rollits is an excellent opportunity to gain a true insight into our firm, its culture and its people. The programme we run is an important part of our recruitment process and as such we aim to ensure that your experience will be practical, informative and as true to life as a Trainee Solicitor as possible. The more you put into the placement the more you will get out of it; its purpose is as much for you to assess us as it is for us to assess you!How to ApplyPlease complete the on-line application form and submit it together with a covering letter to our training principal.Our work experience programme is unpaid.&nbsp;Rollits is an equal opportunities employer.

Work experience (unpaid) - Summer 2025 - Rollits

Closing date for applications: &nbsp; 28 February 2025At HK Law, we recognise the importance and responsibility of nurturing the next generation of Solicitors by providing excellent training and support. As part of this commitment, we are offering two 30 or 40-week work placement opportunities in 2025.These are paid placements and are aimed at students undertaking a Law Degree where there is a requirement for a placement year as part of the course.To be considered, you should be on track to obtain a minimum of a 2:1 and be seeking to pursue a career as a qualified Lawyer in the future. &nbsp;You will also need effective communication skills, a pleasant disposition, and an excellent work&nbsp;ethic.Placements will commence in the summer 2025 after the end of your academic year.About the placement year You will enjoy working alongside and being mentored by our highly skilled Lawyers within one or more of our legal departments. You could be based in any one of our 8 offices across the region, but we will aim to place you in an office that is easily accessible to where you are living.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;You will be paid at least National Living Wage for the duration of your placement year with us and will enjoy all the usual perks and benefits of working at HK Law.Find out more about working at HK Law and our Employee Benefits by heading to: <a href="http://www.hklaw.uk/careers" target="_blank">www.hklaw.uk/careers</a>Why undertake a Placement Year The experience will equip you with a range of skills that are essential in the working world, no matter whether you decide to pursue a legal career or not.&nbsp; If you do continue the journey towards becoming a qualified Lawyer, then the placement may be counted towards Qualifying Work Experience which could shorten the time it takes to qualify following completion of your Law Degree.At the end of the Placement Year You could apply to extend your time with us until you return to University in the Autumn and/or apply for part time opportunities to further enhance your legal experience.&nbsp; Furthermore, we will guarantee an&nbsp; interview for our Trainee Solicitor opportunities to those students who undertake a 30/40 week placement with us, so overall it increases your chance of gaining a Training Contract.How to apply<ul><li>Please send a CV and brief covering letter to <a href="mailto:recruitment@hklaw.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@hklaw.uk</a></li><li>Please state ‘2025 placement year’ in the subject title</li><li>Please let us know your preferred areas of law</li><li>Please let us know your preferred office location and whether you drive and have access to a vehicle.</li></ul>Significant dates:<ul><li>Closing date for applications: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 28 February 2025</li><li>Reviewing applications&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; March 2025</li><li>Interviews:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; March/ April 2025</li><li>Start date of placement year: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; July/August 2025(exact dates to be agreed with successful candidates and we can also consider earlier or later start dates, as long as the 30 or 40 weeks can be met)</li></ul>

University sandwich year work placement - 2025 - HK Law

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

Commercial Property Paralegal Office or hybrid£27,000 - £30,000MonmouthshireThe firm are seeking a full-time, Monmouth office based or hybrid, legal assistant or paralegal to support the commercial property teams. See below for details.Overview The firm is a dynamic boutique law firm which has spent the time required to hand pick and nurture its team. This attention to detail has enabled the firm to build a unique set of values by which the entire firm operates. The service delivered is comparable in quality and sophistication to the top 200 firms, however it benefits from a more personal touch.We are now seeking an ambitious and commercially minded legal assistant or paralegal to enable the next phase of growth.The role You will be instrumental in assisting in the continued development and expansion of the firm. The role would be primarily to support either the corporate department or real estate department.Your duties will include client engagement, file opening, AML, EDD where required, due diligence reports, legal research, drafting and proofreading contracts and other PLC precedents, filing submissions to Companies House, invoicing and online portal management.You will need to be focused on building relationships with clients and introducers and be able to consistently deliver outstanding and professional support to both fee earners and clients.We are offering a competitive market salary, excellent holiday entitlement, and private medical cover which includes a range of additional benefits.How you will make a difference? You will assist with the existing case load and provide support to the department.What will be expected of you? You will be required to live the values of the firm with superior client service being paramount. You will be happy to work autonomously but within the framework of the firm. You will be an excellent communicator both with clients and your colleagues.Who you will be working with? As a boutique commercial firm (8 head count) you will have direct access to all members of the team. Primarily you will spend time with, and report to, your Head of Department.What is it like to work here? We're an energetic group who are closely connected. There is a flat management structure with the Managing Director actively involved in the development of the team. The work is serious and there is a high output required, but the environment is supportive, fun, and enjoyable.We operate four practice areas (Real Estate, Corporate, Commercial and Employment) and have acquired a specialist reputation. This however is not the end and the firm want to grow and develop each area of the business into new markets and geographies.What will you be like? <ul><li>You will have a minimum of 1 years' previous experience as a legal assistant or paralegal either within Commercial Property or Corporate Law.</li><li>You will have a Law Degree.</li><li>You will be entrepreneurial and confident in your ability to help the department grow.</li><li>You will be professional, personable and approachable.</li><li>You will be highly articulate both verbally and in writing.</li><li>You will enjoy being part of a dynamic team but comfortable in working autonomously.</li><li>You will be comfortable with a varied case load.</li><li>You will be proficient in MS365.</li><li>You will want to work for an employer that has an appreciation for the level of commitment and work that you put in.</li><li>Our values will resonate and inspire you.</li></ul>Location, hours and salary: <ul><li>Full-time (Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week) role - 9.00am till 5.30pm.</li><li>Location - this is an hybrid based role located in Monmouth. The team also meet on a bi-monthly basis on the outskirts of Bristol.</li><li>Salary: circa 30k.</li></ul>Next Steps For more information or a confidential conversation please get in touch with Daniel Mason at our head offices

Commercial Property Paralegal

Position: Legal Secretary/Paralegal (Property) Location: Ayrshire Salary: £25,000-£35,000 DOE Pertempsare seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Secretary or Paralegal with property experience to join our client. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Drafting, formatting, and amending legal documents and correspondence.</li><li>Managing property transactions, including searches, registrations, and liaising with relevant parties.</li><li>Handling client and matter opening/closing processes, ensuring compliance with AML and conflict check procedures.</li><li>Coordinating diaries, scheduling meetings, and arranging travel for the team.</li><li>Assisting with billing, invoicing, and general financial administration.</li><li>Filing, scanning, and maintaining organised electronic and paper records.</li><li>Acting as a key point of contact for clients, providing updates and addressing queries.</li></ul> About You: <ul><li>Prior experience as a Legal Secretary or Paralegal, ideally withinproperty</li><li>Demonstrate strong organisational skills, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.</li><li>Be proficient in Microsoft Office and legal practice management software.</li><li>Possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and a professional telephone manner.</li><li>Be familiar with property transaction processes, including Land Registry submissions and SDLT forms.</li><li>Work well under pressure, meeting deadlines with a proactive and positive attitude.</li><li>Show a willingness to learn and adapt, with a client-focused approach.</li></ul> Benefits<ul><li>Competitive salary based on experience.</li><li>Flexible working</li><li>Generous holiday entitlement, including additional leave for long service.</li><li>Pension scheme and other financial benefits.</li><li>Ongoing training and professional development support.</li><li>A collaborative and inclusive working environment.</li></ul>

Legal Secretary/Paralegal - Property

Deadline 28 February 2025Trainee Solicitors at Trethowans get the best of both worlds: a firm with big clients and major ambitions, but also a tight-knit, supportive team who value each new staff member from day one.&nbsp;Every year, we look for bright, talented individuals to join our&nbsp;award-winningfirm as Trainee Solicitors. On average, we recruit 3 to 5 Trainees per year, and we warmly invite applications from those who have studied law, as well as those who have a non-law background. Our process means we generally recruit Trainees two years before they start with us, which means candidates have the comfort of knowing they have secured a training contract before they commit to further post-graduate studies.What are we looking for?We are not just looking for academic achievement when we recruit Trainees. Identifying candidates who have potential, who have the characteristics and drive we are looking for, and who are able to demonstrate the qualities we seek is of equal importance to us. Our culture is something we are very proud of as a Firm, and so we are looking for people who share similar values and aspirations as us. Our aim is to recruit Trainees who, upon qualification, wish to continue their career with Trethowans.Training contracts at TrethowansOur two-year training programme is usually divided into four six-month ‘seats’ with different teams. These will ideally take place in at least two of our five offices in Bournemouth, Poole, Salisbury, Southampton and Winchester. The seats available will depend on our growth objectives and business requirements, but we will always talk to you and try to accommodate your preferences wherever possible. &nbsp;Throughout the programme, you will work closely with your allocated supervisor to make sure you are getting the most from your training.We aim to give every Trainee a stimulating and challenging experience with plenty of direct client contact. From day one, you will play an active and important role in your team. We will expect hard work, enthusiasm and commitment – and, in return, we will offer lots of support and encouragement.When you join us, we strive to develop and advance your career from the outset. In fact, many of our Partners, Team Leaders and Solicitors were once Trainees at the firm. Our aim is to ensure that Trainees learn to apply the knowledge they have already gained academically on a practical basis.You will be challenged and given responsibility, but also have plenty of opportunities to have fun too. We hold various social events and activities throughout the year and our trainees often meet up as a group – with their own budget allocated to be able to socialise together.As a trainee, you will also receive a comprehensive benefits package, including 25 days of holiday, a bonus scheme, pension, income protection, and many other benefits.Trainees should expect to work from at least two of our five offices during the training programme.&nbsp;Ranked in The Legal 500 Future Lawyers student guide to the legal professionTrethowans is top ranked in four categories in The Legal 500 Future Lawyers&nbsp;student guide, out of 110 top UK law firms:<ul><li>Top 5 UK law firm for ‘Confidence of being kept on’</li><li>Top 10 UK law firm for ‘Overall job satisfaction’</li><li>Top 10 UK las firm for ‘Job Satisfaction’</li><li>Top 20 UK law firm for ‘Sustainability’</li></ul>Application ProcessThis year we are recruiting two intakes of Trainees, to start in September 2026 and September 2027.To apply, please complete an application form and submit it by the closing date of February 28th 2025.Applications will then be shortlisted and successful applicants will be invited to attend a short online interview in March/April. If you are successful following your online interview, you will be invited to attend our Assessment Day which will be held at the end of June/early July 2025.

Training Contract - Sept 2026 & 2027 - Trethowans

Deadline 28.02.2025Our annual trainee intake is deliberately small, so we can really focus on turning you into Peters &amp; Peters specialists. That makes a difference. Over half of our partners were once trainees here too.<blockquote>I really enjoy the combination of a social working environment with high quality, interesting work. Everyone knows everyone and people get on well with each other, so the atmosphere is always really friendly and pleasant. The culture is balanced with compelling cases that rival that of magic circle firms. It’s the best of both worlds.</blockquote>Stefan Ansah, AssociateAs a Peters &amp; Peter’s trainee you will have the unique opportunity to carry out two dedicated litigation seats and a third distinct area of your choice through an external secondment.All trainees share an office with a partner or senior lawyer for maximum on-the-job learning. Each trainee is also allocated a mentor for support and advice, a supervisor for feedback and guidance, and a buddy to show you the ropes.Plus of course we offer comprehensive training, ongoing feedback and regular performance reviews.What we look forYou’ll need to be tenacious, driven and committed to a steep learning curve.In return you will benefit from early responsibility, plenty of support and high quality and stimulating work.As ours is very much a people business, candidates must demonstrate strong presentation and communication skills, as well as the ability to work well in teams.Applicants should be commercially aware and demonstrate a keen interest in our work. They will also be proactive, enthusiastic and have a sense of humour.We are looking for trainees with strong academic ability, who will be able to cope with complex legal issues and technical drafting. We recruit from a wide range of universities, taking both law and non-law graduates who have achieved a degree at 2.1 level or above.How to applyWe are now accepting applications for our Training Contract commencing in Autumn 2026 and 2027. The deadline for applications is Friday 28 February 2025.Peters &amp; Peters champions diversity and inclusiveness. If you need any adjustments to help you during the recruitment process please let us know.

Training Contract - 2026 & 2027 - Peters & Peters

Position:Legal Secretary/Paralegal (Property) Location:Glasgow Salary:£25,000-£35,000 DOE Pertempsare seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Secretary or Paralegal with property experience to join our client. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Drafting, formatting, and amending legal documents and correspondence.</li><li>Managing property transactions, including searches, registrations, and liaising with relevant parties.</li><li>Handling client and matter opening/closing processes, ensuring compliance with AML and conflict check procedures.</li><li>Coordinating diaries, scheduling meetings, and arranging travel for the team.</li><li>Assisting with billing, invoicing, and general financial administration.</li><li>Filing, scanning, and maintaining organised electronic and paper records.</li><li>Acting as a key point of contact for clients, providing updates and addressing queries.</li></ul> About You: <ul><li>Prior experience as a Legal Secretary or Paralegal, ideally withinproperty</li><li>Demonstrate strong organisational skills, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.</li><li>Be proficient in Microsoft Office and legal practice management software.</li><li>Possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and a professional telephone manner.</li><li>Be familiar with property transaction processes, including Land Registry submissions and SDLT forms.</li><li>Work well under pressure, meeting deadlines with a proactive and positive attitude.</li><li>Show a willingness to learn and adapt, with a client-focused approach.</li></ul> Benefits<ul><li>Competitive salary based on experience.</li><li>Flexible working</li><li>Generous holiday entitlement, including additional leave for long service.</li><li>Pension scheme and other financial benefits.</li><li>Ongoing training and professional development support.</li><li>A collaborative and inclusive working environment.</li></ul>

Position:Legal Secretary/Paralegal (Property) Location:Edinburgh Salary:£25,000-£35,000 DOE Pertempsare seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Secretary or Paralegal with property experience to join our client. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Drafting, formatting, and amending legal documents and correspondence.</li><li>Managing property transactions, including searches, registrations, and liaising with relevant parties.</li><li>Handling client and matter opening/closing processes, ensuring compliance with AML and conflict check procedures.</li><li>Coordinating diaries, scheduling meetings, and arranging travel for the team.</li><li>Assisting with billing, invoicing, and general financial administration.</li><li>Filing, scanning, and maintaining organised electronic and paper records.</li><li>Acting as a key point of contact for clients, providing updates and addressing queries.</li></ul> About You: <ul><li>Prior experience as a Legal Secretary or Paralegal, ideally withinproperty</li><li>Demonstrate strong organisational skills, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.</li><li>Be proficient in Microsoft Office and legal practice management software.</li><li>Possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and a professional telephone manner.</li><li>Be familiar with property transaction processes, including Land Registry submissions and SDLT forms.</li><li>Work well under pressure, meeting deadlines with a proactive and positive attitude.</li><li>Show a willingness to learn and adapt, with a client-focused approach.</li></ul> Benefits<ul><li>Competitive salary based on experience.</li><li>Flexible working</li><li>Generous holiday entitlement, including additional leave for long service.</li><li>Pension scheme and other financial benefits.</li><li>Ongoing training and professional development support.</li><li>A collaborative and inclusive working environment.</li></ul>

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