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

Training Contract 2026/27 and Vacation scheme 2025 - Michelmores

Deadlines: 31 January 2025 for Vacation Scheme &amp; 16 June 2025 for Training ContractApplying for a Training ContractIf you have additional needs and requirements due to a medical reason, disability or social economic reason that prevent you from completing the online application form in its current format please contact our graduate recruiter Jenny Sanghera, to discuss alternative arrangements or provisions for you.The initial process for submitting an application for the Vacation Scheme and Training Contract is the same. This involves completing the application formFor candidates who are interested in applying to both the Vacation Scheme and a Training Contract, you are very welcome to apply to this at the same time. If your Vacation Scheme application is not successful it will not impact your application for a Training Contract.Should you apply for your Training Contract early to meet the Vacation Scheme deadline you are still able to log into your application form any time before the Training Contract deadline to add additional information. Please do this if you secure further work experience, attend additional industry events or receive additional academic results.Please be aware that we do not recruit on a rolling basis and all interviews take place after the relevant deadline has passed.Applications are welcome from students of all disciplines. The earliest an application can be made for a Training Contract is in your penultimate year of your Law degree or final year of your degree for non-law students, we do welcome applications from candidates who are past this stage too. We seek candidates who can evidence overall strong academics and our minimum entry requirement is an obtained or expected 2.1 in either a law or non-law degree. We do not have a minimum A-level grade requirement but we do ask that you submit this information so we can see your areas of interest at school and build a picture of your academic progress as you continued your studies.We do not electronically pre-screen application forms, each form is considered on its own merit. Every candidate has a different journey and experience which has brought them to the point of submitting an application to us and we welcome this diversity. We ask that you take the time to add further information where applicable to help us better understand you as an individual and your pathway to us. This is particularly relevant if you are applying later than your penultimate year of your Law degree or final year of your degree for non-law students, if your academic results have been anything other than consistently high, or if you have not gained much legal work experience.More information about a Training Contract at Boodle Hatfield can be found in our graduate recruitment brochure online.Key dates<ul><li>1 November 2024 to 31 January 2025 – 2024 Vacation Scheme</li><li>1 November 2024 to 16 June 2025 – Apply for 2027 Training Contract</li><li>July 2025 – Attend Summer Scheme</li><li>Up to August 2027 – Complete remaining legal studies</li><li>September 2027 – Training Contract Commences</li></ul>Selection Process The selection process for 2027 Training Contracts will be held during July/August 2025.If your application has been shortlisted you will be invited to an assessment centre. This will involve a visit to the London office, an interview with two Partners, an interview with our HR Director, and an ability test in verbal reasoning. You will also have the opportunity to take a tour of our London office, meet some of our current trainees and ask them any questions about what it is like to train at Boodle Hatfield in a relaxed setting.We feel that when our candidates are comfortable they perform at their best and we get to see the real individual. Our Partners and HR Director are experienced in graduate recruitment and set out to make the interview an enjoyable conversation for both parties from the outset. We are keen to get to know you and see how you will fit into our firm. We also want you to leave our offices with a clear idea about whether Boodle Hatfield is a firm you can see yourself training in and progressing though your career.Study Once you have been offered a Training Contract, you need to complete your studies.PGDL Students who have not completed a qualifying law degree will be required to complete the PGDL, we will sponsor future trainees who are still to complete their PGDL.SQE We will sponsor future trainees to complete the SQE exams and attend our preferred preparation courses. We recommend that our trainees attend the SQE preparation courses at BPP at any of their sites (London, Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Liverpool, Cambridge, Manchester).Training Contract You will join Boodle Hatfield in September 2027 and undertake your two year Training Contract.If you have any queries on our Trainee Programme please contact Jenny Sanghera, Graduate Recruiter

Training Contract 2027 & Vacation Scheme 2025 - Boodle Hatfield

Trainee Solicitor Programme 2027We accept direct applications for our Trainee Solicitor Programme in 2027.If you would like to be considered for more than one office location, please apply to your first choice location and state any additional locations in your covering letter.&nbsp;Covering LetterAs part of your application you will be required to submit a covering letter (Max 500 words). The covering letter is an opportunity for you to tell us about:- yourself;- why you are interested in a career in law;- the office location you are applying for and why;- and your reasons for applying to Penningtons Manches Cooper and why they resonate with you personally.DeadlinesTrainee Solicitor Programme 2027 (direct application): 28 March 2025OverviewWe welcome applications from all degree disciplines and from applicants at all stages of their careers – we see the value people can bring when they have gained relevant experience in other roles. We offer training contracts in London, Basingstoke/Reading, Birmingham, Cambridge, Guildford and Oxford. You can find out more about the seats available in each location on our website. Please note that available seats will vary at each rotation.ResponsibilitiesOur training contracts are designed to offer trainees a breath of experience and consist of four seats that are rotated every six months, with the aim of providing trainees with as much exposure as possible to our business and clients. During your training contract, we will work with you to ensure that your career aspirations and interests are met, all while learning from recognised experts, taking on real responsibility and interacting with great colleagues.Essential &amp; Desirable CriteriaWe are looking for dedicated, diverse candidates with a strong academic record and commercial awareness.&nbsp;&nbsp;Eligibility Criteria:<ul><li>Penultimate year or final year law undergraduate, final year non-law undergraduate or post-graduates/career changers</li><li>No minimum A-Level grade requirements  </li><li>Have, or be on track for a 2:1 degree in any discipline </li><li>Dedicated to a career in law</li><li>Be a great team player</li><li>Have exceptional communication skills</li><li>Have an entrepreneurial mindset and will help drive PMC forward in our vision for the future</li></ul>We understand that extenuating circumstances can happen during studies and therefore if you do not meet these criteria and feel that your grades do not reflect your abilities, please include the context of this within your application and this will be considered.The recruitment processApplication screening and interviews commence in April and run through to August. &nbsp;Please note if you have already applied for our 2025 Vacation Scheme, you DO NOT need to make a separate application to our 2027 Trainee Solicitor Programme.First stage&nbsp;&nbsp;The first stage consists of a competency based telephone interview with a member of the early careers team.&nbsp;Second stage&nbsp; You will be required to complete a written assessment which incorporates typical tasks a trainee may be asked to complete. No prior legal knowledge is required for this.&nbsp;Third stage&nbsp; The final stage consists of an interview with a partner and member of the early careers team, which will also incorporate a presentation based on a legal case study.&nbsp;&nbsp;At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard.&nbsp; We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees, at all stages of the recruitment process and employment, regardless of age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background.&nbsp;We are committed to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to apply and be considered for any role, and our recruitment process is accessible to all candidates. If you would like to request an adjustment (including requests for alternative formats) to our process, please contact&nbsp;the early careers team.

Trainee Solicitor Programme - 2027 - Pennington Manches Cooper

Application deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possibleA Training Contract at Fried Frank provides a rigorous two years of training across departments making up the core pillars of Fried Frank ecosystem.&nbsp; It provides Trainees with the opportunity to gain experience, challenge themselves and, more importantly, build relationships and start to develop their own personal brand and network.&nbsp; Our Trainees spend their two-year Training Contract working with Partners and Associates across four departments, gaining a broad knowledge of the law on their way to becoming a lawyer.&nbsp; No two Fried Frank Trainees are the same and we are looking for energetic self-starters with enthusiasm and personality to drive our business forward.Fried Frank London invites highly motivated, bright individuals who have a keen interest in the practice of Law to apply for one of our 4 Training Contracts in our London office starting August 2027.Our minimum requirements are:<ul><li>2:1 degree (equivalent to 3.5 and above for GPA)</li><li>AAB at A-level (equivalent to 35 and above for IB)</li></ul>The application processes is:<ul><li>Completing a series of questions</li><li>Providing a detailed CV including:<ul><li>All schooling with Grades (from GCSEs to University / Post grad)</li><li>Work experience</li><li>Vacation schemes</li><li>Previous employment</li><li>Please give details of any clubs/societies/voluntary organisations you attended, including any positions of responsibility held within them.</li></ul></li></ul>Please note that the assessments for first and second rounds will be taking place in June &amp; July 2025.&nbsp; All assessments will be carried out in the London office in person.We look forward to receiving your applications.

Training Contract - August 2027 - Fried Frank

Deadlines:Easter Vacation Scheme - 26 February 2025Summer Vacation Scheme- 23&nbsp;July 2025There are two ways to obtain a training contract with our firm. The first option is to apply to spend a week with us during our Vacation Scheme weeks. Students that impress and show an interest in pursuing a training contract will either be invited to a follow up assessment with our trainee recruitment panel or offered a place at the next available Trainee Assessment Day.Our award-winning Vacation Scheme invites students wishing to get a taster of what it is like to work at LP&nbsp;before applying for a training contract. Scoring highly in the Legal 500&nbsp;Future Lawyers survey rankings, the scheme offers visitors time to complete some real work alongside our partners and staff and to show us your skills.The 2025 Vacation Scheme will last a week and will run once during the Easter holidays and again in the Summer.&nbsp;During your week you will be given the chance to meet&nbsp;with our lawyers and current trainee solicitors, spend time in various teams practising different legal disciplines, and take part in a number of group exercises.&nbsp; Amongst other awards, we have been winners in the&nbsp;Legal 500 Future Lawyers&nbsp;'Social Life' category many times so you know there will be a visit to the pub at the end of the week!We recruit for both weeks separately so make sure you apply before the deadline for the week you wish to join. Due to the limited number of spaces available (we take up to five visitors per week) we usually have to prioritise applications from those eligible to apply for a training contract during the same year. Ordinarily this means that you will be in your second or third year of a full-time law degree, in your final year of a non-law degree or undertaking post graduate study. That being said, if you are applying for the Summer week and have just finished your first year of law, then we would certainly consider your application.To apply,&nbsp;please send a covering letter and a copy of your CV.&nbsp;Your application should outline your interests, career plans and why you feel you are the right candidate to spend a week with us.

Vacation scheme - 2025 - Leathes Prior

Application deadline: 31 March 2025 for vacation schemeWe are currently recruiting for training contracts commencing in March 2027 onwards.&nbsp;Only completed training contract applications will be accepted.Successful applicants will typically have a minimum “BBB” or equivalent at A level and a 2:1 or above degree.&nbsp;Applicants will typically have completed the LPC /SQE before they take up their position with us.&nbsp;Please bear this in mind when applying.&nbsp;No preference is given to any particular degree subject.&nbsp;Applicants of all ages are encouraged to apply.OverviewIf you are reading this you are probably considering applying to George Green LLP for a training contract. &nbsp;Hopefully this short note will give you a brief insight into what life is like at the firm….both professionally and socially.So what will you be doing on a daily basis? &nbsp;&nbsp;One of the good things about training with a firm this size is that you are exposed to a wide variety of work, from drafting wills and LPAs to assisting with the due diligence on a multi-million-pound transaction.No matter what you are doing you are always made to feel like a valued member of the team.&nbsp; Given the size of the firm you will find that everyone knows each other and there will always be someone available to help if you are unsure of anything. &nbsp;You will, of course, be required to take an appropriate amount of responsibility for the work you do from an early stage and you will also be expected to be able to cope with a variety of problems as and when they arise.&nbsp; You certainly won’t be spoon-fed but, equally, you won’t be left to feel like you’re drowning. &nbsp;One of our key values is “friendly” and that is the most mentioned word staff use when it comes to appraisals and this very much underpins how we look after our trainees.The firm offers a broad range of services which allows trainees to gain experience in a variety of different practice areas.&nbsp; Whilst trainees generally complete four six-month seats, the firm is willing to be flexible if you have shown an interest in a particular field.&nbsp; You can usually spend your final seat in the department you wish to qualify into with a view to hitting the ground running.What are the clients like?&nbsp; Due to the location of firm, it counts numerous owner-managed businesses amongst its clients, many of whom are still heavily involved in manufacturing; however, the reputation of the firm also attracts more high-profile, “blue chip” clients.&nbsp; You will be expected to engage with clients from an early stage and start developing long-term relationships that can be built on throughout your career.Trainees are encouraged to build contacts with other professionals from the outset and will be given invaluable opportunities to attend a variety of networking events.&nbsp; In the past, some of our trainees have been actively involved in the Birmingham Trainee Solicitor Society, the Wolverhampton Junior Lawyers Division and Future Alliance for the Black Country and have continued to reap the benefits of the contacts they have made following qualification.In terms of career progression, the firm is very keen to retain its trainees upon qualification.&nbsp; For those of you with aspirations for partnership, you should note that two of our most recently appointed partners started with us as trainees just 9 and 8 years ago respectively demonstrating how we are committed to fast tracking our home-grown talent!Trainees are also encouraged to get involved with the firm’s social committee which is responsible for organising the Christmas and summer parties as well as day trips, fundraising events and after-work socials.&nbsp; Each year we nominate a charity to support throughout the year and there are numerous opportunities for staff to become involved in a wide range of fun filled activities from cake sales to mountain&nbsp; hikes!Our approach throughout the Firm is open and approachable, friendly as we say above.&nbsp; Our Chief Executive is wedded to a non-hierarchical structure which promotes active management of career progression and, vitally, wellbeing.&nbsp; We coach and mentor everyone top to bottom with a view to everyone having every opportunity to be the best that they can be.&nbsp; David takes a keen interest in all trainees growth and development with a view to helping them make an informed choice as to where they would like to specialise on qualification.&nbsp; As David says, “whilst we do of course focus on caring for clients, vitally, we also prioritise caring for each other”.Vacation Scheme 2025Closing date for applications is 31 March 2025Each year we offer up to six places on our week long vacation placement scheme (VPS)The VPS is an opportunity for aspiring solicitors - who are either under graduates or graduates -&nbsp;to experience what it is like to work inside a reasonably sized law firm .The week’s experience is structured and involves spending time in a number of the firm’s departments as well as undertaking various exercisesMore than anything else the VPS gives participants the chance to get know us and us to get to know them - many of the participants in the VPS become trainees in the Firm.To apply for a place on the 2025&nbsp;VPS, follow the link and go to our Careers page

Vacation scheme & Training Contract - 2025 & 2027 - George Green Solicitors

Application deadline: Sunday 23 February 2025 at 23:59 (UTC)How does the placement workOur placement years are designed to provide you with first-hand experience of working in a law firm, allowing you to enhance your knowledge and skills while engaging in genuine legal work. This experience will equip you with critical abilities that will benefit your future career.For 9-12 months you’ll work within one of our legal teams in a admin/paralegal role, having direct supervision, learning and development sessions, network with colleagues from around the business and have the opportunity to become involved in our ESG work if you are interested.The internship is non-rotational, giving you the chance to focus deeply on one area of the business and develop high-quality legal skills and knowledge. You’ll have plenty of support from senior lawyers within your team and also a buddy who is one of our current trainees there to help you on a day-to-day basis.This placement year opportunity is available at our Bristol or Exeter office, allowing you to choose your preferred location and indicate the team you would like to join.What other learning and development do I get?Throughout your placement, you'll have the chance to attend various learning and development sessions with colleagues from various departments, allowing you to enhance your skills, broaden your knowledge, and gain insight into different areas of the firm. This year will provide you with a solid foundation of both knowledge and practical skills to support you as you enter your final year of university.Why Michelmores?Michelmores is the destination law firm for the ambitious, the imaginative and the distinctive. We help enterprises and individuals navigate change to find a positive future.We are a flexible, friendly and inclusive organisation with as clear a focus on fresh thinking as we have on growth and success. We value and nurture our people’s potential and inspiration and give them a creative, open and collaborative environment in which to develop a career and succeed.Alongside building your understanding of the law, you’ll gain a real grasp of the commercial realities that affect our clients and how we help them make the most of their opportunities.You will be joining a firm that wants to make a positive difference to the world around them, for their people, their clients, the local communities we work in and the planet. Find out more by clicking here.Who are we looking for?Individuality The right values and behaviours A growth mindset Future leaders Candidates who are passionate about law and a career at Michelmores &nbsp;Next Steps To apply please click the Apply linkMichelmores LLP is an Equal Opportunities EmployerWe do not discriminate on grounds of race, gender, marital status, age, religion, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, disability or sexual orientation in the selection, recruitment and treatment of our staff.View our Inclusion and Belonging pages for more information.As part of our recruitment policy our candidates are subject to pre-employment screening checks. The Employee Screening Process includes DBS screening, adverse media checks, financial screening, and will also involve verification of employment history, your right to work in the UK and any relevant qualifications and memberships. If you would like further information around this, at this stage, please get in touch with our recruitment team (<a href="mailto:gradrecruitment@michelmores.com" target="_blank">gradrecruitment@michelmores.com</a>)Do you sponsor visas for international candidates?All employees must have a legal right to work in the UK in order to undertake any UK based employment. British and Irish citizens currently have an automatic right to work in the UK. All other citizens must have a UK visa or settled status in the UK. Please provide us with full details of your immigration status and, where appropriate, how you intend to qualify for a UK visa so that we can consider whether or not it is possible for us to progress your application. We will look at each application on a case-by-case basis. Any offer will be conditional upon your right to work in the UK.There are minimum salary and skill requirements that need to be met to be eligible for a sponsored visa. Full details on restrictions including course completion requirements can be found on the Home Office website. UK Immigration Rules are subject to change with little or no notice.Potential sponsorship options are subject to UK immigration policies and any corresponding reviews. Michelmores cannot make any guarantee that you will be eligible for sponsorship. Michelmores keeps its approach under review in line with new government guidance, as it is published.Please also be aware that should any subsequent changes to the UK immigration rules affect the viability of your application before your start date, we reserve the right to change how we process applications, in line with the new regulations. Once we become aware of any changes we will let you know at the earliest possible opportunity.

Placement Year - 2025 - Michelmores

Application deadline: Sunday 23 February 2025 at 23:59 (UTC)Our apprenticeshipOur programme allows you to qualify as a solicitor by completing a Level 4 paralegal and Level 7 solicitor apprenticeship over a period of seven years. This is the same time it would take you to qualify through the traditional route.You will begin by studying for your Level 4 paralegal apprenticeship whilst simultaneously working and gaining practical skills of how to become a successful qualified solicitor in a supportive and collaborative law firm. The apprenticeship allows you to put into practice the theoretical knowledge you learn, right away.Following this route you will build the skills you will need as a solicitor and be able to enjoy the practical application of your professional qualification, enabling you to build a strong foundation for your future career. Our apprenticeship programmes are designed so all our newly qualified solicitors, regardless of the route they qualify into, are equipped to work with their clients and colleagues in a creative, collaborative and commercial way which paves the way for them to thrive in their future careers.Both the apprenticeship and any qualifications associated with the apprenticeship, including the SQE will be fully funded by Michelmores.How does it work?During the first two years of your apprenticeship, you will complete the Level 4 paralegal apprenticeship, after which those with the ability and desire to continue with the Level 7 solicitor apprenticeship (you will jump a year by completing the paralegal apprenticeship) will have the opportunity to do so and achieve a law degree and the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) as part of your qualification.Throughout your apprenticeship you will spend four days a week working closely with qualified lawyers and other professionals in a team, and have one day to study at the University of Law. You will spend time in several of our business support and legal departments, providing you with a breadth and depth of experience.This is a Bristol or Exeter based apprenticeship that will begin in September 2025.Why Michelmores?Michelmores is the destination law firm for the ambitious, the imaginative and the distinctive. We help enterprises and individuals navigate change to find a positive future.We are a flexible, friendly and inclusive organisation with as clear a focus on fresh thinking as we have on growth and success. We value and nurture our people’s potential and inspiration and give them a creative, open and collaborative environment in which to develop a career and succeed.As an apprentice at Michelmores, you will find the best blend of varied, high-quality work in a flexible and supportive environment.Alongside building your understanding of the law, you’ll gain a real grasp of the commercial realities that affect our clients and how we help them make the most of their opportunities.You will be joining a firm that wants to make a positive difference to the world around them, for their people, their clients, the local communities we work in and the planet.Find out more by clicking <a href="https://www.michelmores.com/esg/" target="_blank">here</a>.Who are we looking for?<ul><li>Individuality</li><li>The right values and behaviours</li><li>A growth mindset</li><li>Future leaders</li><li>Candidates who are passionate about law and a career at Michelmores</li></ul>Next Steps To apply please click via the Apply linkMichelmores LLP is an Equal Opportunities EmployerWe do not discriminate on grounds of race, gender, marital status, age, religion, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, disability or sexual orientation in the selection, recruitment and treatment of our staff.View our Inclusion and Belonging pages for more information.As part of our recruitment policy our candidates are subject to pre-employment screening checks. The Employee Screening Process includes DBS screening, adverse media checks, financial screening, and will also involve verification of employment history, your right to work in the UK and any relevant qualifications and memberships. If you would like further information around this, at this stage, please get in touch with our recruitment team (<a href="mailto:early.careers@michelmores.com" target="_blank">early.careers@michelmores.com</a>)Do you sponsor visas for international candidates?All employees must have a legal right to work in the UK in order to undertake any UK based employment. British and Irish citizens currently have an automatic right to work in the UK. All other citizens must have a UK visa or settled status in the UK. Please provide us with full details of your immigration status and, where appropriate, how you intend to qualify for a UK visa so that we can consider whether or not it is possible for us to progress your application. We will look at each application on a case-by-case basis. Any offer will be conditional upon your right to work in the UK.There are minimum salary and skill requirements that need to be met to be eligible for a sponsored visa. Full details on restrictions including course completion requirements can be found on the Home Office website. UK Immigration Rules are subject to change with little or no notice.Potential sponsorship options are subject to UK immigration policies and any corresponding reviews. Michelmores cannot make any guarantee that you will be eligible for sponsorship. Michelmores keeps its approach under review in line with new government guidance, as it is published.Please also be aware that should any subsequent changes to the UK immigration rules affect the viability of your application before your start date, we reserve the right to change how we process applications, in line with the new regulations. Once we become aware of any changes we will let you know at the earliest possible opportunity.

Solicitor Apprenticeship (school leaver) - 2025 - Michelmores

The deadline for applications is: 28th March 2025About The RoleBeen stuck in education too long?You’re the kind of person who is keen to get on with your life. You’ve worked hard at school, college or university and are ready to apply your energy and passion to a new challenge.A legal apprenticeship with Howes Percival is a great option no matter where you are in your legal career journey. This is why this opportunity is open to both an A-Level (or equivalent) or University graduate. If you are the type of person who prefers a hands-on approach to learning, then this role may be suitable for you. The training will be fully funded, and you can expect to be paid a salary right from the start, which will increase as you progress through your course and take on more client work.The course and experienceOur training provider is BPP University. If you are a school leaver and are due to complete or have already completed your A-Levels (or equivalent) during your first 2 years you will work towards a Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship, you will then carry on to complete the 4-year Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship. You’ll achieve a law degree and the assessment following this is the Solicitors Qualifying Exam. If you are a law graduate already then you can expect to skip the first step of gaining a Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship and move straight onto the 30-month Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship.You’ll spend 4 days per week working for us and 1 day a week studying with the training provider. You will be assigned a supervisor who will work with you daily, assigning you tasks, giving training and providing feedback.In the office your day-to-day work might include:Drafting correspondence, legal reports and legal documents under supervision Assisting solicitors with various tasks Assisting with and researching for cases Providing legal advice where necessary Various administration duties as and when required Could you be our next legal apprenticeships recruit?If you have or expect to gain 120 or more UCAS points, are enthusiastic about the profession and if you have the energy and commitment to succeed, we want to hear from you.About UsAt Howes Percival, we are driven by a commitment to our clients and a passion for achieving their goals. With a rich heritage spanning over 200 years, we have evolved into a leading law firm with a reputation for delivering exceptional results across a wide range of practice areas. Our team comprises highly skilled lawyers who combine deep industry knowledge with innovative thinking to provide strategic advice and tailored solutions to our diverse client base.As an employer, we value talent, diversity, and collaboration. We foster a supportive and inclusive culture where every team member is empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Joining Howes Percival means being part of a dynamic growing and forward-thinking firm dedicated to excellence in legal practice and client service. Below are some other reasons that help us in our mission ‘to be a place where people want to work and enjoy working: We have been accredited with “Investors in People” since 1996 and shortlisted for Employer of the Year in 2023. We achieved a two-star accreditation in the top 75 “Best Companies” (formerly The Sunday Times Best Companies Awards) and ranked sixth in the top 10 “Best Large Law Firms to Work For” category.Our lawyers come from a variety of backgrounds, many from larger and City firms, some from in-house – we all share the same Howes Percival DNA and all of this rich experience is there for you to learn from.We offer a wide range of benefits for all our valued employees including (but not limited to); Perks at Work discounts, profit share scheme and discretionary bonus, 25 days holiday entitlement, one paid ‘charity day’ per year, comprehensive private medical cover, plus a well being calendar with a wide range of regular events

Solicitor apprenticeship (school leaver/graduate) - 2025 - Howes Percival

Our client, an established law firm, is seeking a conveyancing secretary to support a very busy partner. The position is available to start immediately. Duties will include, opening files, performing searches and completion statements, post exchange completion administration, completing SDLT forms, communicating with clients and third parties and internal staff. Previous conveyancing experience is essential together with excellent oral and written communication skills and attention to detail. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established and very friendly team. If you have substantial legal property experience and are looking for a busy and varied role with lots of responsibility, please send your cv.

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