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Application deadline 9 September 2024Please note this role is being advertised as a Paralegal but on appointment the job title will be Legal Adviser.Salary:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Grade 3 - £31,133 per annumHours:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Full time -&nbsp;37.5 per week&nbsp;Leave:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;30 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays&nbsp;About Shelter&nbsp;Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet every day millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything,&nbsp;We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.&nbsp;Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.Why Join Shelter? &nbsp;We welcome anyone to apply who possess the qualities and behaviours outlined or who believes they have the propensity to learn them fast. You will be joining an inclusive and supportive team who welcome people from all backgrounds. What’s important isn’t your level of education or the opportunities which you have had, it’s about you and how you seize the opportunities ahead of you.&nbsp;We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. We also offer the following benefits:<ul><li>Flexible working hours</li><li>Flexible working practices</li><li>30 days paid holiday plus bank holidays&nbsp;</li><li>Competitive pension scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Salary sacrifice schemes&nbsp;</li></ul>Diversity StatementAt Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home; our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe to win that fight; we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent.&nbsp;We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation.&nbsp;About the team&nbsp;The Norfolk Legal team is the only legal aid provider in Norfolk and is supervised by a solicitor based out of the Norfolk Hub in Norwich.&nbsp;The Legal Aid contract also extends to the provision of a court duty advisor across the Norfolk courts, and the new HLPAS Stage 1 with an interesting element of covering debt &amp; welfare benefits with an associated threat of possession proceedings. In addition to the Legal team, the Norfolk hub also hosts a Housing Rights team who provide housing advice to the community, as well as a Fundraiser, a Community Organiser and a Lived Experience team, plus law students who volunteer from the university. This structure enables us to provide an integrated and holistic service covering a wide range of issues, advice and campaigns, all committed to defending the right to a safe home. Our Hub One Plan ensures that everyone understands the systemic issues that our clients face in Norfolk, and all the teams have a strategy to play a part in trying to change those issues.&nbsp;About the roleThe role will be as a Legal Adviser in the Norfolk team, including providing advice and assistance under Legal Aid to people on issues such as homelessness and possession proceedings. You will interview and advise clients, contact the opponent to negotiate whether that is the landlord or the local authority, and provide quality (written) legal advice to our clients. Not only will you help clients individually, but will also contribute to the wider Shelter work to end homelessness in Norfolk.&nbsp;Role Specific Responsibilities&nbsp;Our work<ul><li>Carry an active caseload, including litigation under supervision, in the housing category and related areas of law, providing a good standard of professional service and client care.&nbsp;</li><li>Support Solicitors in the conduct of litigation in test and lead cases; be able to identify Judicial Review challenges where required.</li><li>Carry out such casework tasks as may be assigned or delegated by the solicitor and carried out under the supervision of the solicitor, including applying for funding, taking instructions, witness statements, drafting letters, making applications and court representation.&nbsp;</li><li>Conduct court hearings where appropriate under guidance of conducting solicitor or attend hearings with counsel, and under the HLPAS scheme.</li></ul>Process<ul><li>Work in line with systems implemented to ensure smooth running of our legal services.</li><li>Engage with initiatives aimed at delivering best practice, in the sharing of information and learning across teams to bring about continuous improvement of our legal teams.</li></ul>Funding<ul><li>Deliver against chargeable hours expectation, and income targets.</li><li>Adhere to Performance Management guidance to ensure delivery of income and non-income generating work adhering to target expectations, case type mix, KPI measures, write-off rates etc</li></ul>&nbsp;People:&nbsp;<ul><li>Embody our culture to develop and maintain a supportive and empowering environment for our legal teams.&nbsp;</li></ul>About you&nbsp;<ul><li>You will have a knowledge of housing &amp; homelessness law, and issues facing homeless people in Norfolk.</li><li>You will have good communicating skills, both orally and in writing, and ability to adapt those skills according to the abilities of the person you are talking to ie our client group or professionals</li><li>You will be able to work with our computer case management system to keep paperless records of your work.</li><li>It is desirable to have knowledge of legal aid.</li></ul>Required behavioursThe Shelter Behaviours demonstrate the attitudes and approaches we take to our work; from how we do things, how we treat each other and expect to be treated both internally and externally.&nbsp; They help us to have the culture we need to deliver our ambitious strategy.&nbsp;At Shelter we have 5 overall behaviours, that are each made up of 3 descriptors, these are outlined below.We work together to achieve our shared purpose&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>by actively collaborating and putting trust in the people we work with</li><li>by recognising the contribution of others</li><li>by carefully considering the “how” when taking on new projects and initiatives</li></ul>We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset&nbsp;<ul><li>by not tolerating and actively tackling racism and any other forms of hate and discrimination</li><li>by creating safe spaces for people to be their authentic self, challenge each other and learn</li><li>by being compassionate towards the people we work with and prioritising each other’s wellbeing&nbsp;</li></ul>We enable decision making<ul><li>by giving people the tools, they need to make well informed decisions</li><li>by being accountable for the decisions we make</li><li>by delegating authority to those closest to the work</li></ul>We create change and align behind our strategy<ul><li>by participating in change initiatives that deliver our strategy</li><li>by supporting tough strategic choices</li><li>by saying no to work that does not serve our purpose</li></ul>We are open to risk and learning from our experiences<ul><li>by learning from our failures and successes</li><li>by being reflective and giving and receiving feedback</li><li>by being proactive and taking initiative</li></ul>Other information<ul><li>All staff should adhere to Shelter's Equality Policy and will be expected to play a key role in its successful implementation, including Anti Racism work.&nbsp;</li><li>This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.</li></ul>Please noteThis job description cannot cover every issue or task that may arise within the post at various times and the post-holder will be expected to carry out other duties from time to time which are broadly consistent with those in this document. This job description does not form part of the contract of employment.May 2024

Paralegal/Legal Adviser - Housing - Shelter

Application deadline: 21 November 2024Competitive salary and benefits per yearNB Capsticks recruits from its paralegal pool for training contractsThe DivisionWe are consistently ranked in the top tier in the Legal 500 and Chambers UK directories for Professional Discipline. Our expertise in both health and regulation sets us apart from the competition.We have handled many thousands of regulatory cases over the last 20 years, covering case investigation, preparation and presentation. We work for seven of the ten health and social care regulators, as well as regulators in legal services and education. We have worked on some of the most complex and high profile cases faced by professional regulators, including for our own regulators, the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and the Bar Standards Board (BSB).Our reputation across the regulatory sectors built on providing proportionate, timely and high quality case preparation and presentation and a service that demonstrates value for money. Our breadth of experience means that we are at the forefront of regulation, legislative and policy changes and best practice. We have the experience, resources and systems in place to deliver the services to a high quality and within agreed time frames.The Role and ResponsibilitiesThe main role and responsibilities may include some or all of the following (although, this is not an exhaustive list):-- Case management and case progression, under lawyer level supervision;- Evidence&nbsp;reviews and bundle preparation, including identifying disclosable and unused material;- Drafting instructions to counsel and experts;- Liaising with clients, witnesses, experts, counsel and other stakeholders;- Supporting stakeholders through the fitness to practise process, including supporting vulnerable witnesses and those with additional support needs;- Conducting witness interviews and drafting witness statements;- Drafting general correspondence and legal documents;- Assisting lawyers to draft advice to the client on evidence, case prospects and case progression;- Attending conferences and hearings;- Undertaking researchWe believe that everyone should have the opportunity to develop to their full potential. We take a proactive approach to diversity to ensure all of our people are recognised for their talents and skills. We have an open and welcoming culture. A successful candidate will promote and instil in their daily practice the firm’s values: people first, doing the right thing and forward thinking.We like to give people responsibility early on. Supervision, support and relevant training will be provided although the successful applicant will also be encouraged, where appropriate, to use their own initiative and demonstrate a positive, can do approach to their work. Paralegals are encouraged and supported to continue their early careers development with the firm through our bespoke training programmes and exclusive access to our training contracts.Skills and ExperienceCandidates should have:- At least a 2:1 undergraduate degree;- Ideally an LPC or BVC qualification (LPC would be preferred but is not essential)- A passion to work with our clients and make a positive change to peoples’ lives;- Excellent&nbsp; IT skills;- The ability to adhere to and manage deadlines and work to a chargeable hours target;- Good written skills;- Good administration skills;- Good problem solving and communication skills;- Confidence and a person centred approach;Candidates will also be expected to demonstrate at interview that they:- Understand the role applied for and the work undertaken in the team applied for (if known) and the division as a whole;- Have strong organisational skills and a positive, can do attitude;- Have good attention to detail;- Are able to work well under pressure in a fast past environment and be able to respond to the needs of our clients;- Are proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team; and- Are self-motivatedCandidates should be aware:As part of the interview process there will be a written test, details of which will be provided to those candidates the firm calls for interview; and the firm is only able to respond to candidates we call for interview.Capsticks is an inclusive employerAt Capsticks we value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment where everyone is able to be themselves and reach their full potential. Capsticks is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and therefore we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, background, culture, ethnicity, race, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, neurodiversity, religion and beliefs.We will make reasonable adjustments to our application and interview process to ensure that you have the best chance of success. We understand that there's not a "one size fits all" approach to adjustments so our team will work with you individually to understand more about your requirements.

Paralegal - regulatory - Capsticks

Application deadline: 31 October 2024We usually take on two trainees each year, one in March and one in September, and we are able to offer LPC graduate opportunities as well as the new SQE training programme for law degree/GDL graduates.&nbsp; Our LPC programme is a four-seat training contract over 24 months and the SQE apprenticeship is a five-seat training program over 30 months.We interview on a bi-annual basis.If you application is successful, you will spend at least six months each in the Business, Commercial Property and Dispute Resolution Departments in our Manchester office. You are also likely to do some work&nbsp;with one or more of our specialist legal teams, such as Employment, Professional or Clinical Negligence,&nbsp;Family, Probate or Residential Conveyancing, and may have a formal seat in one or more of these departments.&nbsp; We reserve the right to place you in our Glossop office, but this usually only happens at a trainee’s request.<h2>What to expect</h2>We have a friendly and collaborative culture, balancing early responsibility with an open-door policy.&nbsp; Trainees are encouraged to have direct contact with clients from the outset. We also encourage you to get involved in the Manchester Trainee Solicitor’s Group and participate in their organised events with your peers.&nbsp; You can also join our Social Committee which organises regular events such as bowling, sports and theatre trips for all staff.We are an equal opportunities employer and have a diverse team. Our working culture is friendly and inclusive.&nbsp; We are hardworking but fair, and whilst we don’t have a 9 to 5 mentality when attending to client business, trainees are not expected to work late nights or weekends.We genuinely value our trainees and perhaps the most important measure of this is that the majority of our partners trained with the firm.Interviews for the training contract positions available in September 2025, March 2026 and September 2026 will take place early in 2025.&nbsp;&nbsp;Applications are welcome from candidates seeking either the LPC or SQE route, with the deadline being 31st October 2024.Send your CV and a covering letter by email to <a href="mailto:carole.burleigh@dbf-law.co.uk" target="_blank">carole.burleigh@dbf-law.co.uk</a>or by post to Carole Burleigh, Head of Operations, at:Units 13-15 Brewery Yard Deva City Office Park Trinity Way Manchester M3 7BB

Training Contract  - 2025 & 2026 - Davis Blank Furniss

Application deadline: 14 December 2024NB Capsticks recruits trainee solicitors from its paralegal poolThe Division&nbsp;This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a nationally recognised team who primarily advise and assist Registered Providers of Social Housing across the country in the delivery of new affordable housing.Our work covers a broad spectrum including site/unit acquisition, planning and construction advice, procurement and governance advice, future sales (plots and assets), funding to support future delivery, stock rationalisation, commercial leases, auction sales and keeping up to date with relevant legislative and regulatory changes in the sector which may affect or clients.Our team has a real passion to support our clients achieve the best strategic and commercial outcomes ensuring affordable homes are available for the future.We are friendly, approachable and supportive, encouraging our team to develop and gain new skills to move forward with their careers.The Role and Responsibilities&nbsp;The main role and responsibilities will include helping a partner and solicitors in aspects of their casework including (although, this is not an exhaustive list):-- Assisting fee earners;- Working to a chargeable hours target;- General case management;- Drafting general correspondence and documents;- Preparing and drafting reports to the client;- Liaison with clients and analysing evidence received in order to advise the client;- Carrying out Land Registry searches;- Submitting SDLT returns;- Proof reading documents;- Undertaking research;- Administrative tasks such as invoicing;- Supervision, support and relevant training will be provided although the successful applicant will also be encouraged, where appropriate, to use their own initiative.Skills and ExperienceCandidates should have:- A 2:1 undergraduate degree;- Ideally an LPC or BVC qualification (LPC would be preferred but is not essential)- Strong IT skills;- Ability to adhere to and manage deadlines;- Strong written skills;- Good administration skills; and- Excellent communication skills;Candidates will also be expected to demonstrate at interview that they:- Are able to work well as part of a team;- Can follow procedures and direction with precision;- Are able to meet deadlines;- Are able to work well under pressure;- Are well organised;- Have good attention to detail;- Are proactive; and- Are self-motivatedCandidates should be aware:As part of the interview process there will be a written test, details of which will be provided to those candidates the firm calls for interview; and the firm is only able to respond to candidates we call for interview.Capsticks is an inclusive employerAt Capsticks we value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment where everyone is able to be themselves and reach their full potential. Capsticks is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and therefore we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, background, culture, ethnicity, race, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, neurodiversity, religion and beliefs.We will make reasonable adjustments to our application and interview process to ensure that you have the best chance of success. We understand that there's not a "one size fits all" approach to adjustments so our team will work with you individually to understand more about your requirements.&nbsp;

Paralegal - Housing and Regeneration - Capsticks

Application deadline: not statedGaby Hardwicke Solicitors is committed to investing in its junior lawyers, and our trainee programme is where it all starts.&nbsp; We see our trainees as future owners and leaders of the firm&nbsp; – indeed, five of our current partners trained with us – and our hope is that we will retain every trainee we recruit, and that they will go on to enjoy successful careers with the firm.We offer traditionally structured training contracts, where – typically – our trainees undertake four seats of around six months each.&nbsp; We are a mid-sized regional practice, offering both private client and commercial law services and a typical training contract will involve seats in both of these areas. &nbsp;We are blessed with great clients and there is plenty of quality work.Trainees undertake a short initial induction programme and then work under the direct supervision of a training principal (typically a partner, and often the head of a team).&nbsp; Both team managers and team members will give you the support that you need during your training contract and there will be plenty of opportunity for getting involved in both client work and on the job training.We don’t have a typical training contract applicant.&nbsp; However, what we tend to look for is:<ul><li>A track record of good academics – GCSE, A-level and degree (or their equivalent).</li><li>A genuine interest in the law, our region and working at Gaby Hardwicke.</li><li>Independence.</li><li>Collegiality</li><li>A determination to succeed and to do the best that you can.</li></ul>We consider applicants on both the LPC and SQE routes.&nbsp; However, we currently only offer training contracts to SQE applicants who want to undertake a full, traditional contract.We have three main offices – in Eastbourne, Bexhill-on-Sea and Hastings – and trainee seats might be in any or all of them.&nbsp; In each office our new trainees will find like-minded colleagues, be they existing trainees, newly qualified solicitors, paralegals or executives.As a firm we care a great deal about our working culture – making sure that our staff are well trained, happy and willing to go the extra mile for clients is important to us.&nbsp; We therefore encourage trainees to get involved in firm life and extra-curricular activities as much as they can.We offer competitive salaries from September 2024, (£28,500 in Year 1 and £31,000 in Year 2) and a great package of benefits.The Recruitment ProcessOur recruitment process for trainee solicitors has two stages:<ol><li>Formal application by covering letter and C.V. Applications are considered by our training principal, who selects between 8-16 candidates for interview.</li><li>A formal interview by a panel of partners, plus a short written assessment exercise.</li></ol>Our minimum academic requirements are a 2.1 degree, not necessarily in law, and a minimum of 128 UCAS points from 3 A levels or the IB equivalent.We are now inviting applications for training contracts (up to two) commencing in September 2026.All applications and any enquiries should be directed to <a href="mailto:debbie.ellis@gabyhardwicke.co.uk" target="_blank">debbie.ellis@gabyhardwicke.co.uk</a>.

Training Contract - September 2026 -  Gaby Hardwicke Solicitors

Application deadline: 30 September 2024Thompson Smith and Puxon considers trainees to be vital for the future of the firm. We’ll ensure you are properly trained, supported and gain the right experience to emerge from the process as a well-rounded solicitor. We very much see our trainee programme as a route to a long -term career with the firm and not just a route to qualification. We have a very successful track record of retention with our trainees with many staying to progress their career at TSP, with some having become Associates and Directors at the firm.Our trainees meet frequently, both as a group and individually, with our Training Principal, Nicola Rout and we have a comprehensive feedback and review system in place so that trainees are well supported during their Training Contract.&nbsp; Trainees are actively encouraged to get involved in all aspects of life at TSP, including networking, business development and local charity initiatives.You can get an insight into our trainees’ perspectives of life at TSP through our Trainee Talks series.Our Training Contract usually consists of four core seats of six months duration each, although this arrangement can be flexible as mentioned previously. These seats can be in either our Colchester or Clacton office.&nbsp; Trainees will usually complete seats within the following teams:<ul><li>Corporate and Commercial;</li><li>Dispute Resolution;</li><li>Wills and Estates; and</li><li>A combined property seat in Residential and Commercial Property.</li></ul>We ask the trainees their preference for their final seat and do our best to match them with this practice area, wherever practicalities and business need allows. Other practice areas which trainees may experience at TSP are:<ul><li>Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury;</li><li>Agriculture (part of our Commercial Property team);</li><li>Employment; and</li><li>Family.</li></ul>We are seeking applications for training contracts from those who have achieved or are predicted a degree of 2:1 or higher. Applications are open to those wishing to qualify via the SQE route OR those who have previously completed their Legal Practice Course or SQE.Applications received before the end of September 2024 will be considered for our Training Contract Assessment Days to be held in January 2025 for our 2026 trainee cohort. Any received after this date will taken into account for our Assessment Days for our 2027 cohort.Our Training Contract Assessment Days for our 2026 trainee cohort will take place in our Colchester office in January 2025, with successful candidates being invited back for an interview in February 2025.&nbsp; We aim to recruit two trainees each year.Applications should be made via CV, covering letter and sent to our HR department at <a href="mailto:graduates@tsplegal.com" target="_blank">graduates@tsplegal.com</a>.

Training Contract - 2026 - Thompson Smith and Puxon

Application deadline: 30 September 2024Sinclair Gibson LLP is a boutique firm located in the heart of London’s legal centre which specialises in advising high net worth clients in connection with international and domestic tax and trust law matters, trust and probate litigation, and family law. The firm has nine partners who are supported by a team of highly experienced solicitors and administrative staff.Several of the partners are known as leaders in their fields and the firm itself has an excellent reputation for the quality of its work and dedicated service to clients over many years.The firm generally seeks to recruit between two and four trainees to join our team each September.What we offer traineesWe offer a high standard of training to individuals committed to a career in private client law. The training is split into four distinct seats ensuring six months in each of our three core practice areas: private client, litigation, and family.During each seat, you will sit in an office with either a partner or a senior associate who will supervise your work and guide your training. You will be expected to get involved in every aspect of the department’s work and as a result will have the opportunity to undertake a broad range of matters. You will also be exposed directly both to clients and other professionals that solicitors interact with on a regular basis, for example by attending consultations with Counsel, Court hearings and meeting with trustees and accountants. You will be supported throughout each of your seats and will receive regular feedback on your work to support your development.What we look forWe encourage you to apply for our training programme at the start of your final year of university (or start of the GDL year) but equally take applications from candidates studying for the LPC/SQE and those who have completed their studies.The work we do can often be challenging and so we look for candidates who have excellent academic results and have shown consistency in their achievements. In addition, we particularly seek out candidates who exhibit natural intelligence, flair, and imagination, and who can readily demonstrate the potential to become excellent solicitors.Salary and benefitsFirst year trainees are currently paid £43,250 per annum, rising to £45,500 in the second year. Salaries are reviewed in May each year.We offer trainees an excellent benefits package which includes life insurance, permanent health insurance and private health insurance, enhanced pension contributions and interest free travel loans.How to applyWe are currently looking to recruit two trainees to start in September 2026. If you wish to be considered for training at Sinclair Gibson LLP, please submit your CV along with a covering letter explaining your suitability for the role by email to <a href="mailto:recruitment@sinclairgibson.com" target="_blank">recruitment@sinclairgibson.com</a> by 30 September 2024.

Training Contract - 2026 - Sinclair Gibson

Application deadline: 30 September 2024Clarkslegal is leading full-service commercial law firm with over 100 years of history, trusted relationships and innovation to call upon, providing advice to our clients, both in the UK and internationally.Our lawyers are specialists in their fields and love what they do. We build trusted relationships, and we genuinely care for our clients, and work together as a collaborative team. We are a member of TAGLaw, a leading international alliance of high-quality, independent law firms, which gives the opportunity for international work.<h3>Current Applications – Reading Office</h3>Trainees undertake four 6 month seats, typically in our corporate, employment, real estate and dispute resolution teams based in our Reading office.Trainees are closely supervised and supported and have regular review meetings, as well as formal appraisals.Click apply to access and download our application form.

Training Contract - 2026 - Clarkslegal

Application deadline: 30 September 2024We recognise that our firm’s continued growth and future success are dependent on our ability to recruit, develop and retain excellent lawyers.We therefore attach a great deal of importance to our award-winning training programme and we have an excellent record of retaining those who have trained with us. Indeed, many of our current partners and colleagues trained at Blandy &amp; Blandy, including our joint managing partners Tim Clark and Jonathan Gater.In the past five years we have offered permanent roles to 80% of our trainee solicitors upon completion of their contracts. You can read about our current trainee solicitors, as well as Sophie, Natasha and Louise, who all joined us as newly qualified solicitors in 2022, having trained at our firm.With a team of 16 partners and more than 60 specialist solicitors and advisers, in Reading, Henley-on-Thames and Wokingham, we are here to represent our clients in life and business.We are committed to providing trusted, effective and valued legal advice and a responsive and highly personal service, and to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients.Recognised as a top tier firm in the UK’s leading guides to law firms, Chambers UK and The Legal 500, we have also held the Law Society’s Lexcel quality mark since 2003. Our successful approach has been recognised in the likes of Chambers Student Guide, the LawCareers.Net Training &amp; Recruitment Awards, the Lex 100 Survey and by Best Companies. Factors such as the quality of work undertaken and the level of client contact our trainees enjoy, alongside a welcoming and supportive culture, job satisfaction and good work/life balance, have all been highlighted by our trainee solicitors.Having marked our 290th anniversary in 2023, we are proud to be one of the UK’s longest established law firms, and we combine this heritage and our independence with a modern and forward-thinking approach.The deadline for training contract applications commencing 2025 is 30 September 2024.&nbsp;To apply please send your CV and cover letter to <a href="mailto:hr@blandy.co.uk" target="_blank">hr@blandy.co.uk.</a>

Training Contract - 2025 - Blandy & Blandy

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

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