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Deadline for applications 28 March 2025Salary: £24,320Locations: Manchester/ Bolton /Liverpool / Southport/ Leeds /Cambridge /Hybrid &nbsp;Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship – Fletchers SolicitorsLocation- We are predominantly based in the North West of England, with offices in Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Bolton &amp; Southport, as well as a team in Cambridge. We believe we offer our colleagues the best hybrid and flexible working practices, balancing working from home with time collaborating and socialising with colleagues in our modern offices.Fletchers Solicitors are one of the country’s leading law firms specialising in personal injury, clinical negligence, private client (Court of Protection), and Legal Costs.Are you a law graduate or a graduate in another subject looking to qualify as a solicitor? Or are you currently working in a law firm but lacking the opportunity or support to take your next step towards qualification?If so, Fletchers Solicitors invites you to apply for our Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship, a 2 to 3-year programme designed to help you qualify as a solicitor while gaining hands-on legal experience.What is the Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship?Is a 2 to 3 year programme in which you will study with the University of Law, the UK’s largest legal training provider, to prepare for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE).The programme combines full-time legal work (five days a week) with a dedicated study day to ensure you are fully prepared for the SQE assessments.Upon passing SQE1 and SQE2, and subject to a character and suitability assessment, you can apply for admission as a solicitor.Who can apply?<ul><li>Graduates with a law degree or a degree in another subject who are passionate about a career in law.</li><li>Individuals working in a legal environment who want to qualify but need structured support and training.</li></ul>What experience will you gain?As an apprentice, you will work within one of our specialist legal teams:Clinical Negligence – Handling claims involving medical mistakes, from cosmetic and dental issues to catastrophic injuries, including birth injuries and delayed cancer diagnoses. Personal Injury – Specialising in serious injury cases from road accidents, workplace incidents, and public liability claims, including fatal accident cases. Private Client – Managing deputyships and trusteeships, ensuring compensation for our clients is protected and managed for their lifetime. Legal Costs – Gaining valuable skills in cost recovery, drafting, negotiation, advocacy, and commercial awareness.Why Choose Fletchers?As one of the UK’s leading specialist law firms, we offer a dynamic and supportive environment to help you develop your legal career. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical legal experience while working towards full solicitor qualification.Apply now to take the next step in your legal career with Fletchers Solicitors!​In return Fletchers can offer:35 hours working week Bonus scheme (subject to targets being met) 35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure, you also have an option to purchase up to 3 extra days’ holiday per year, until you long service award the 3 days after your 5th, 7th, and 9th full year of employment Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option Life Assurance Policy Medicash policy to cover some dental, optical and other medical expenses Company sick pay Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and IVF schemes Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance Varied calendar of funded company social events (check out Fletchers Group on LinkedIn) Monthly voucher awards​ for winning nominees​Main Responsibilities:Speaking with our clients face to face, or by telephone and corresponding with them by email, letter or case management app, always in a professional and courteous way Obtaining and drafting a full and accurate timeline of events based on the client’s instructions Acting on instructions promptly, whether from clients or from training principals and supervising team members Developing and maintaining knowledge of claims processes and best practices Ensuring accurate information is taken and recorded onto the case management system Monitoring and managing a task list efficiently to ensure cases are progressed appropriately Ensure individual targets/KPI’s are met Keeping clients informed of progress Action correspondence on files and deal with accordingly Assisting others with any other reasonable duties as and when required Liaising with and taking instruction from supervisors Adhering to data protection/GDPR &amp; Fletchers office processes Any other reasonable duties ​Essential Skills and Experience:Customer facing experience A willingness to learn and develop Excellent verbal, written communication, and telephone skills Exceptional attention to detail Team player attitude Microsoft Office skills Ability to carry out research Good listening and organisational skills Grade A – C in GCSE English language and Mathematics Drive, Ambition, and Enthusiasm &nbsp;We reserve the right to close this role before the date specified depending on the calibre and volume of candidates.About Fletchers Solicitors:Fletchers is a growing law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with excellent rankings with both the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners. Following several acquisitions, we have transformed into the Fletchers Group, with ambitious plans for further expansion. Situated in the North-West of the UK, our offices are located in Manchester, Liverpool, Southport, Leeds, Bolton, and Cambridge. Many of our colleagues enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work arrangements. We offer a great work-life balance, attractive benefits, apprenticeship or training contract opportunities, and avenues for internal progression. Currently, approximately 10% of our colleagues participate in apprenticeships or training contracts, marking a milestone for us as we continue to improve our Learning &amp; Development programs. Our culture is nurturing, designed to assist you in achieving your aspirations. Additionally, we have our Associate and Partner programs for senior lawyers and established the Fletchers Foundation to support those who have suffered injuries.Fletchers Group is an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce, which is why we welcome applications from all diversity groups and backgrounds. We’re committed to providing a culture and environment where everyone can thrive. Fletchers understand and celebrating that no colleague is the same. We’re proud of our work on the Disability Confident scheme, and we are signing up to other diversity standards to reflect our ethos.

Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship - 2025 - Fletchers Group

Closing date: 17th March 2025Are you looking to break away from traditional routes into law? Join a pioneering legal enterprise that leverages in-house digital tools to provide comprehensive 360° client support in risk management.We are seeking motivated law graduates to join us as Solicitor Apprentices in Hull or Leeds. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic legal environment while working alongside experienced professionals.One of the key benefits of our apprenticeship program is its accelerated timeline, allowing you to qualify as a solicitor more quickly. You will receive intensive training and practical experience, enabling you to develop your legal knowledge and commercial skills at a faster pace. This apprenticeship provides a rare blend of practical training and academic learning, setting you on a path to becoming a well-rounded legal professional in a shorter time frame.What we offer:The fast-track 18-month Solicitor Apprenticeship, in partnership with Damar Training and BARBRI, offers an 80/20 work/study split, preparing you for the SQE1 and SQE2 exams and providing qualifying work experience. Upon completion, you will earn a Level 7 qualification and be admitted as a Solicitor.In this role, you will play a pivotal part in legal matters, developing innovative solutions for clients and providing clear, jargon-free legal advice that supports their business goals. Your responsibilities will include conducting thorough legal research, drafting compelling legal documents, and building strong client relationships. Additionally, you will manage workloads effectively to ensure timely and efficient delivery of services.You will work on a diverse range of legal matters, including business crime, commercial disputes, and employment law, while learning from expert mentors and benefiting from continuous professional development. This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to gain valuable, real-world legal experience in a dynamic and supportive environment.Entry Requirements:We are looking for candidates who are hardworking, motivated, and adaptable. Strong communication skills, initiative, and the ability to manage a varied workload are essential.<ul><li>Achieved a 2:1 degree in Law.</li><li>Passion for law and alignment with rradar’s core values.</li><li>Experience in a legal work environment.</li></ul>How to Apply:Submit your CV and a creative supporting statement (max 300 words) explaining:<ul><li>Why you want to work for rradar?</li><li>Why have you chosen the solicitor apprenticeship route to become a solicitor?</li><li>What are your key strengths, and how do they align with what we are looking for?</li><li>How do you embody the values upheld by rradar?</li></ul>We are looking for graduates who are ready to make waves in the legal world – if that is you, apply now and make an impact at rradar! Your future in law starts here.

Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship - 2025 - rradar

Application deadlinesVacation scheme 2025: 11 February 2025 08.00Training Contract 2026: 5 May 2025 08.00Training Contract 2027: 5 May 2025 08.00About Bevan BrittanBevan Brittan is a leading commercial law firm. Alongside our recognised expertise in housing, local government, and health and social care, we are specialists in the construction, energy and resource management, higher education and financial services sectors.Supported by our valued business services professionals, our award-winning and growing legal teams provide almost 2,000 organisations with commercial, corporate, property, finance, regulatory, employment and litigation (commercial and clinical negligence) legal and advisory services.As a responsible business, we embrace four values: Relationships, Reputation, Responsible and Results. These give us a sense of purpose. They influence the decisions we make and how we work with each other. Importantly, they motivate us to deliver meaningful outcomes for our clients and the communities that we’re part of.Consistently recognised as one of The Times Best Law Firms and highly ranked across the legal directories, we are proud of our hard-earned reputation. Our 2023/24 financial results confirmed both revenue and profit growth for an eleventh consecutive year, ensuring our ability to continue investing in our people.Looking to the future, we’re targeting ambitious growth and success. And we’re looking for the best people to be part of it.Your Training Contract 2026 &amp; 2027Training contracts are provided across our four offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds and London (London is not available for current 2026 application).Your two year training contract with Bevan Brittan will be made up of four six month seats offering you the opportunity to gain experience across our practice areas.We offer trainee seats across all five of our departments; Health &amp; Care, Commercial &amp; Infrastructure, Litigation, Advisory &amp; Regulatory, Employment, Pensions &amp; Immigrations, and Property. Each department encompasses a number of teams.&nbsp;From the outset you will be given real responsibility. The emphasis is on getting stuck in, learning and enjoying yourself. You'll be taking part in client meetings, doing your fair share of research and drafting and attending court hearings from the off.We believe it is crucial that our trainees have access to an extensive support network. For each seat you will be supervised by an experienced lawyer. You will also have the support of our Early Talent team who are always available to answer any questions or generally offer advice.EligibilityAs a professional national law firm, we are looking for strong academic achievement from applicants; ABB at A-Levels and 2:1 at degree level is our expectation (the degree does not have to be in law).We also recognise the value of relevant, strong, commercial work experience and welcome applications from individuals who can demonstrate this, but may not fully meet our academic requirements. When applying, please do let us know of any clear mitigating circumstances, or if you have at least three years' relevant commercial work experience.Please note, you can only apply to one vacancy in a 12 month period.Work-life balanceWe offer a substantial benefits package to all employees. For trainees this includes:<ul><li>Competitive starting salary (including London weighting where appropriate)</li><li>25 days annual paid holiday</li><li>The option to purchase up to 5 days additional holiday</li><li>Additional unpaid qualification leave which trainees can take at the end of their training contract</li><li>Full funding for the SQE where appropriate (unfortunately we are unable to offer retrospective reimbursement)</li><li>A maintenance bursary for candidates still studying their SQE (or equivalent)</li><li>Pension with 5% employee contribution</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Permanent health insurance/income protection</li><li>A range of voluntary benefits including season ticket loans, childcare vouchers and Cyclescheme</li></ul>Summer Vacation Scheme 2025Our vacation scheme is a paid placement that runs for two weeks during the summer in each of our offices; Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds and London (with flexible hybrid working).Taking part in our two week vacation scheme will give you an excellent opportunity to learn more about how we make an impact both in the communities we work in and on our clients. You will have the chance to meet our approachable people, experience our culture and the high quality work we do here at Bevan Brittan.You will be given real work to do from the get go and detailed feedback on how you are progressing by each member of the team you work with, to help you start developing your skills as a future solicitor.Throughout the scheme, you will be assessed across three areas: working in your team, a group presentation with other vacation scheme students and a partner interview. We fill most of our training contract places through our vacation schemes and currently have spaces available for our September 2026 and September 2027 (the majority) trainee intakes.EligibilityVacation Scheme applications are open to penultimate and final year law students, final year non-law students, graduates and those considering a change in career.As a UK top-100 law firm, we are looking for strong academic achievement from applicants; ABB at A-Level and a 2:1 at degree level is our expectation (the degree does not have to be in law). We also recognise the value of relevant, strong, commercial work experience and welcome applications from individuals who can demonstrate this, but may not fully meet our academic requirements.When applying, please do let us know of any clear mitigating circumstances, or if you have at least three years' relevant commercial work experience.We may close these roles for applications before the current deadline.

Training Contract 2026, 2027 and Vacation scheme 2025 - Bevan Brittan LLP

DeadlinesVacation scheme 2025 and Training Contract 2027: 31 January 2025Training Contract 2026/7 only: 30 April 2025Carry out your training with usIt’s important that all of our junior lawyers, whether they are trainees or apprentices, are the right fit for us as a firm. And it’s equally important that we are the right fit for them.&nbsp;To apply for our Vacation Scheme in 2025, and Training Contract in 2027 click Apply.&nbsp;Applications for the Vacation Scheme will close on 31st January 2025. Direct Training Contract applications close 30 April 2025.We are currently supporting both the SQE and LPC routes to qualification as part of our training contract as follows:<ul><li>For any applicants who have not yet completed or commenced an LPC course, our training contract offer will include sponsorship of the SQE.</li><li>We are still accepting applications from individuals who have already commenced or completed an LPC course (to include any courses which build in the LPC, such as 4 year combined undergraduate in Law and LPC course), and these candidates will not need to complete the SQE as part of our training contract.</li></ul>Four seatsDuring your two-year training contract with us you will have the opportunity to complete four placements (known as seats) of six months each. These will take place within four of our eight departments: Corporate, Commercial, Commercial Dispute Resolution, Private Client, Employment, Health &amp; Regulatory, Housing and Real Estate. Your seat choices are extremely important and we work with our trainees to ensure they get a broad experience of the firm, while also catering for your own personal ambitions and areas of interest.You might also have an opportunity to work with one of our clients on a secondment basis. These are typically with our larger clients as part of their in-house legal team .Training and supportThe training contract begins with a two-week induction programme to introduce you to the firm, your first team, your fellow trainee solicitors and our systems and processes. This ensures you are fully prepared when you undertake your first seat.Trainee/NQ buddy systemDuring the induction process you will be assigned a ‘buddy’, who will be a NQ solicitor. As someone who has recently completed their training contract, they will be ideally placed to offer support and guidance and answer any questions you may have. Once in your seat, you will work through a structured programme, perform real work and your mentor will oversee your development over the next six months. All the while, you will be provided with feedback through our regular reviewsOngoing training and developmentThroughout the two-year training contract you will also receive a multitude of training and the opportunity to attend regular legislation update seminars, as well as soft skills development training.BenefitsAlongside a competitive salary our trainees receive:<ul><li>25 days holiday plus statutory holidays and the ability to buy up to an additional 5 days</li><li>Group personal pension plan with employer contributions</li><li>Flexible benefits package including health and dental cover, insurance and discounted shopping</li><li>Life assurance package</li><li>Subsidised parking and interest-free season ticket loan for travel</li><li>Postgraduate course sponsorship including tuition fees and maintenance grants</li></ul>Before applying, take a look at our&nbsp;Join Us&nbsp;section.&nbsp; Here you will find out how you can discover more about the firm and our people before deciding whether to apply.At Ward Hadaway, we believe in investing in our people.We are passionate about helping our people to fulfil their potential and grow their careers with the firm. This is why we ensure that the training experience is rich and rewarding for each of our junior lawyers, with a focus on allowing our people to develop successful, fulfilling careers in the law.We are members of The Sustainable Recruitment Alliance and we make sure the impact on the environment during our search for early talent is minimised.&nbsp; As such we are very proud&nbsp;to have won the 2022 Award for Sustainability in Early Talent Recruitment.&nbsp;

Training Contract 2027 and Training Contract 2025 - Ward Hadaway

Deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possibleWe don't follow trends. We start them. We drive change and deliver more to make a tangible difference for our clients and communities. We are looking to recruit Paralegals to work in our Legal Delivery Centre (LDC) in Leeds.The LDC uses streamlined processes, legal technical knowhow and cutting-edge technology to design and deliver routine or document-heavy legal services quickly and efficiently.The LDC operates from the UK, Australia and the Netherlands - the LDC allocates matters to a team of Paralegals (headed by an Assignment Lead) with qualified lawyers used to support service delivery.Main duties and responsibilitiesYou will work as part of a high performing team assigned to either Contentious, Corporate Transactional or Real Estate activity. There is some movement between teams as Paralegals are cross-skilled where practical to ensure the LDC has the flexibility to adjust to variations in demand. New staff will be engaged on activity that has a narrow scope, but you can expect the scope to increase as you develop.You will work as part of the wider DLA Piper team and are likely to engage with stakeholders at all levels as you gain experience. Client exposure depends on work type and the specific engagement, although overall client exposure is frequent. Training opportunities and work quality are of the highest order and working with like-minded team members in a dynamic environment should ensure you excel and develop at pace.About you<ul><li>You will have completed or nearly completed a law degree (or non-law degree plus law conversion qualification) and will be available on a full time basis</li><li>It would be advantageous if the candidate is proficient in Arabic</li><li>Your academic record will support you being a quick learner and committed to excellence</li><li>You will be a naturally supportive and committed team player who thrives in a dynamic, and high calibre environment</li><li>Communication skills and attention to detail will be strong attributes, as will a flexibility to adapt to different activities</li></ul>About usDLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers and business service professionals located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Our global reach ensures that we can help businesses with their legal needs anywhere in the world. We strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality, service excellence and value to our clients and offering practical and innovative legal solutions to help them succeed. Our clients range from multinational, Global 1000, and Fortune 500 enterprises to emerging companies developing industry-leading technologies, as well as government and public sector bodies.Our valuesIn everything we do connected with our People, our Clients and our Communities, we live by these values:<ul><li>Be Supportive – we are compassionate and inclusive, valuing diversity and acting thoughtfully</li><li>Be Collaborative - we are proactive, passionate team players investing in our relationships</li><li>Be Bold - we are fearless and inquisitive, challenging ourselves to think big and find creative new solutions</li><li>Be Exceptional - we are strategic and driven, exceeding standards and expectations</li></ul>Diversity and inclusionAt DLA Piper, diversity and inclusion underpins how we live our values and everything we do. We believe that everyone has a voice, and that everyone’s voice counts. We know that the rich diversity across our firm makes us stronger, more innovative and creative, which helps us to better serve our clients and communities. We are committed to providing an inclusive working environment and culture across our global firm, where everyone can bring their authentic self to work.Diversity of perspective, thought, background and culture combine to make us the leading global law firm; that’s why we actively seek to build balanced teams. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.Hybrid workingWe recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That's why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.Pre-engagement screeningIn the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits and where relevant, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and work-related references.

Paralegal - various - DLA Piper

Closing date: 17 March 2025Based in either our Hull or Leeds office, our Trainee Solicitor Programme is central to our mission of nurturing talent. We are committed to mentoring the next generation of lawyers to deliver high-quality service to our clients while adapting to new challenges.What we offer:We are excited to open our Trainee Solicitor application process for a two-year training contract. This is your chance to apply your academic learning through practical experience and training, preparing you for a successful legal career.During your programme, you’ll gain experience with a diverse client base, from small businesses to multinational corporations, and have exposure to complex cases. You will rotate through four six-month seats across our Leeds and Hull offices, covering areas such as&nbsp; Employment, Commercial Disputes, Business Crime &amp; Regulatory, IP, Corporate, Legal Advice Service and Cyber &amp; Data Law.You will work on diverse legal matters across areas such as business crime, commercial disputes, and employment, while learning from expert mentors and benefiting from continuous development. This role offers the opportunity to gain rewarding, real-world legal experience.Entry RequirementsWe are looking for candidates who are hardworking, motivated, and adaptable. Strong communication skills, initiative, and the ability to manage a varied workload are essential.You must have:<ul><li>Passed your LPC.</li><li>Achieved a 2:1 degree in Law (or a 2:1 in another subject with PGDL).</li><li>Experience in a legal work environment.</li></ul>How to ApplySubmit your CV and a creative supporting statement (max 300 words) explaining:<ul><li>Why you want to work as a Trainee Solicitor for rradar?</li><li>What are your key strengths, and how do they align with what we are looking for?</li><li>How do you embody the values upheld by rradar?</li></ul>

Training Contract - 2025 - rradar

Deadline: 30 April 2025Do you want to be part of an innovative new way to become a lawyer?&nbsp; We are looking for bright and determined school leavers who have a desire and a passion to work in the legal profession to join our business through a law apprenticeship.We started our law apprenticeship to open up a career in law to school leavers who wouldn’t have had the opportunity to do so. We are committed to encouraging diverse routes into the legal profession. The introduction of an alternative from the usual route means we can welcome applications from a much wider range of candidates.A law apprenticeship with a differenceOur law apprenticeships in Leeds and Bradford are aimed at bright, ambitious candidates who have recently completed their A levels and prefer a more practical way of gaining a legal qualification, working and learning at the same time.During the apprenticeship you will work with us full time, as well as studying with BPP University one day a week to gain the Solicitor qualification.We welcome candidates who have shown determination to overcome challenges, particularly those who are the first member of their families to apply to higher education.Why choose Gordons for your law apprenticeship?Our award-winning legal apprenticeship in Leeds &amp; Bradford was the first of its kind and in 2017 was highly commended by The Law Society for excellence in diversity and inclusion.We were the first law firm featured in the UK’s top 30 higher apprenticeship employers and in the top 100 employers for school and college leavers, which is recognised by AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk. We have been highly ranked every year, becoming a finalist in 2019 in the ‘Top Employer – Law’ award category and winning the award for “Best Skills Development” in 2020.2025 will see us recruit our 15th intake of law apprentices.How to applyTo find out if you’re the applicant we’re looking for, download our Apprenticeship Guide. Also, watch the video and read the blogs from our current and graduate apprentices.Key dates for the 2025 application process are:<ul><li>Application deadline: 30 April 2025</li><li>First stage interviews: week commencing 26 May 2025</li><li>Second stage assessment day: week commencing 7 July 2025</li></ul>Finally, if you have any questions please contact us.

Solicitor Apprenticeships (school leaver) - 2025 - Gordons

The closing date is 30th April 2025Our Work Experience Programme offers you exclusive access to all areas within Wrigleys. By working alongside our dedicated lawyers and support teams, you’ll gain first-hand experience in each of our specialist fields. This is your chance to acquire valuable insights and explore the practical aspects of law.At Wrigleys, we strive to be an inclusive employer and are actively taking steps to diversify our workforce. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all groups and backgrounds.What You Can Expect<ul><li>Shadowing Solicitors and Trainee Solicitors</li><li>Networking with our lawyers (Paralegals, Trainee Solicitors, Solicitors, including Partners)</li><li>Networking with our support teams</li><li>Contributing to group exercises</li><li>Completing legal tasks</li><li>Employability skills coaching</li></ul>We will also reimburse your travel expenses and provide lunch during your placement.Duration and ScheduleSpecific dates and times will be provided upon acceptance into the programme.Job Experience:EligibilityOur Work Experience Programme is open to individuals aged 18 and above.Key Dates:<ul><li>Applications open:&nbsp;January</li><li>Applications close:&nbsp;30th April 2025</li></ul>Please complete the application form and submit your CV.Note:&nbsp;This work experience forms no part of our trainee recruitment process. If you are interested in our trainee opportunities, please visit the Trainee Recruitment page on our website.If you have any questions or would like further information about our work experience programme, please contact the team

Work experience - 2025 - Wrigleys

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

Deadline: vacation scheme 31 December 2024/training contract 30 April 2025Applications are now open for our summer vacation scheme taking place in June 2025 and training contracts commencing September 2027.Key dates for the forthcoming years application process are:<ul><li>Summer vacation scheme application deadline: 31 December 2024 Summer vacation scheme interviews: w/c 17 February 2025 Summer vacation scheme: 16 – 20 June 2025 &nbsp;</li><li>Training contract only application deadline: 30 April 2025 Training contract only, first stage interviews: w/c 30 June 2025 Training contract only, second stage assessment day: w/c 7 July 2025</li></ul>People are the key to our success. With our graduate trainee solicitor recruitment scheme we are looking for our partners of the future.Gordons takes on up to four graduate trainee solicitors each year. Successful candidates benefit from close supervision working alongside experienced lawyers.We expect our trainees to get involved in client work straight away and to make valuable contributions to the firm and our success. We also often have opportunities for future trainees to join us as paralegals before their training so that they can really hit the ground running. Gordons trainees can expect training and support from across the firm throughout.There is always fierce competition for our graduate trainee solicitor places. Although we do look for academic achievement, we also place strong emphasis on character and are looking for people with a great attitude who can forge their career with us.The training contract lasts two years, during which you will complete four six-month spells learning different specialisms including:<ul><li>Commercial Property</li><li>Corporate / Commercial</li><li>Dispute Resolution</li><li>Employment</li><li>Private Client</li><li>Property Disputes</li></ul>As well as a competitive salary, our trainees are entitled to:<ul><li>25 days holiday per year, plus statutory holidays</li><li>A group personal pension</li><li>Life assurance of 3 x salary death in service benefit</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme providing information and advice on health and well being topics, as well as 24 hour access to a counselling service</li><li>Interest free season ticket loan for travel</li><li>Colleague hub hosting staff benefits, a wellbeing centre, reward and recognition as well as a SmartSpending discounts app with exclusive member offers.</li><li>Membership to the local Junior Lawyer Division, a social and educational network connecting junior lawyers in the region</li><li>Sponsorship towards future SQE studies</li></ul>Apply now!

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