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Application deadline: 20 March 2025 23.59pmAbout Leigh Day We are a top 100 law firm committed to claimant-only cases, ensuring that individuals have the same access to justice as the UK Government and large corporations. We’re not afraid to take on difficult and challenging cases, and our areas of practice include discrimination in the workplace, defective products, financial services, and human rights abuses in this country and overseas.About the team Our Human Rights team act for individuals, groups and organisations which brings challenges against public authorities (such as government bodies, local authorities and agencies), in a range of areas such as civil liberties, human rights, discrimination and employment rights.Overall purpose for this role<ul><li>To provide a reliable and efficient support service&nbsp;for clients and assist with general administration of group claims.</li><li>To assist the firm in achieving its stated professional and commercial objectives.</li><li>To undertake a wide variety of paralegal and administrative tasks as set outin the job description&nbsp;</li></ul>Person specification&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Genuine interest in working with a leading claimant law firm and passionate about providing access to justice to all.&nbsp; Commitment to human rights.</li><li>Previous experience in a legal firm along with demonstrable knowledge of drafting legal documentation and correspondence and conducting legal and factual research.</li><li>Ability to manage own workload in a busy environment to a consistently high standard and timely manner.</li><li>Demonstrable understanding of and commitment to client care.</li><li>Proven ability to communicate accurately, clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing with a wide range of clients and various stakeholders.</li><li>Experience in interviewing and liaising with clients and taking witness statements, dealing with clients sensitively and managing difficult conversations and&nbsp;taking accurate and full attendance notes of client instructions.</li><li>Proven ability to work and contribute to a team environment; </li><li>Good academic background with legal qualifications (Degree, GDL, LPC etc.).</li><li>Proficient user of Microsoft Office, with experience of Practice / Case Management Systems and electronic disclosure review platforms.</li><li>Ability to work well under pressure.</li><li>At least one years’ experience in personal injury litigation </li><li>Experience of dealing with vulnerable clients</li></ul>Desirable •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;At least one years’ experience in personal injury litigation&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience of dealing with vulnerable clients &nbsp;Salary£27,500, plus benefits

Paralegal - Human Rights - Leigh Day

Closing date: 10.00 am 21st March 2025We are looking for a Paralegal for our London office. &nbsp;To provide casework and administrative support to Fee Earning members of staff&nbsp;Duties and Responsibilities&nbsp;(a) CaseworkTo the extent commensurate with experience and to the extent directed by the Fee Earner to conduct casework within the firm’s selected areas of legal practice and to support the casework done by the Fee Earner, in particular:&nbsp;<ul><li>to assist in the preparation of bundles and the collation of documents</li><li>to conduct legal research- to arrange and conduct meetings with clients, sometimes including travel to meet with clients at locations outside of the office</li><li>to draft letters, witness statements, chronologies, applications and other documents- to attend court to issue proceedings and applications and to clerk on counsel</li><li>to take new client calls and provide summaries for fee earners- to conduct casework in compliance with the Legal Aid Agency requirements</li><li>to ensure that casework is profitable and that steps are taken to maximise profitability- to instruct and manage the work of counsel, experts and agents within the firm’s written procedures.</li><li>to complete public funding forms and conditional fee agreements- to assist with the prompt billing and costing of files</li><li>to identify and exploit opportunities to expand and develop the firm’s casework- to record time spent on casework&nbsp;</li></ul>(b) Administrative support<ul><li>to take responsibility for filing the incoming and outgoing post</li><li>to keep the firm’s diaries and other central records up to date</li><li>to ensure that all paper files and electronic files are managed and are up to date</li><li>to work with other staff to ensure that the office and the casework is run smoothly and efficiently, covering the work of others where required</li><li>to print out letters and collate enclosures for letters</li><li>to print out standard letters on cases</li></ul>Salary £27,000 per annum.Whilst the position does not guarantee a training contract, or SQE training equivalent, we recruit trainees from our paralegals, and it is anticipated that the right candidate will be able to pursue a training contract or the new equivalent after 12 months of working at DPG.Person specificationEssential: •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Analytical ability (being able to think like a lawyer).&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A demonstrable interest in civil liberties, anti-racism, equality and social justice, through work history, campaigning or other means.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Communication skills that can engage clients, build trust and advocate, particularly with disadvantaged people and/or people who have English as a second language, mental health needs or learning disabilities.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;An ability to write clearly in plain English.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Attention to detail, organisational skills &amp; excellent time management. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;IT skills - ability to type, computer literacy and a willingness to use, and aptitude for, developing skills in the use of information technology.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to use initiative at work, work independently, input ideas and help develop the firm. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to conduct legal research and keep up to date with legal developments in relevant areas.Desirable: •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Knowledge and/or experience of legal aid.Our AAPA team currently consists of three &nbsp;partners, two consultant and eight solicitors. The lawyers tend to have developed areas of expertise such as discrimination, immigration detention or inquests which is something we encourage.The lawyers have their own caseloads. Junior lawyers also assist senior lawyers on their cases.All our casework is supervised internally at regular intervals. The types of cases you would work on would depend upon the needs of the firm as well as your experience and interests.The team has weekly meetings at which issues arising out of our cases are discussed. Team members also take part in external meetings and events relevant to our work and are expected to attend such events in the evening as necessary. We consider discussion necessary to maintain the very high standard of representation that we provide.We are committed to making DPG a great place to work and aim to retain our staff. This is a central value for us. We want to employ the best people we can, and therefore positively encourage suitably qualified and eligible candidates to apply regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. If you think you may need reasonable adjustments and would like to discuss this before applying, you can speak confidentially to Leonie Porter who you can contact directly at <a href="mailto:lporter@dpglaw.co.uk" target="_blank">lporter@dpglaw.co.uk</a>.How to applyPlease complete all parts of the application form and return to us by email by the deadline.Interviews: Suitable candidates will be invited to attend a skills test and invited to attend an interview in the week of 1st April 2025

Paralegal (potential Training Contract) - Actions Against Public Authorities - Deighton Pierce Glynn (DPG)

Application deadline: 31 March 2025At Switalskis, we pride ourselves on nurturing talent and providing a platform for aspiring solicitors to kickstart their legal careers. Our Qualifying Solicitors Programme is designed to offer a blend of practical experience and theoretical knowledge to prepare you for a successful legal career within our firm.Our programme is structured to provide a comprehensive understanding of various legal practices while promoting personal and professional growth. During this period, you’ll rotate through different departments, gaining invaluable insights into the legal profession and honing your skills under the guidance of our experienced solicitors.Joining Switalskis’ Qualifying Solicitors Programme is a step towards a rewarding and fulfilling legal career. With a foundation of comprehensive training and a supportive work environment, joining the programme will set you on your way to becoming a proficient and compassionate solicitor.Key features of the Qualifying Solicitors Programme<ol><li>Diverse practice exposure: experience a broad spectrum of practices, including family law, medical negligence, personal injury, and more.</li><li>Mentorship and guidance: benefit from the vast experience of our seasoned solicitors, who will provide mentorship and guide you through complex legal scenarios.</li><li>Professional development: engage in workshops, seminars and continuous learning opportunities to build a solid foundation for your legal career.</li><li>Networking opportunities: forge meaningful connections within the legal community through our networking events and professional affiliations.</li><li>Competitive remuneration: enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting our investment in your future.</li></ol>Am I eligible?The Qualifying Solicitors Programme is open to both internal and external applicants and is based entirely on merit. To be eligible to apply for the programme, you must have taken the traditional Legal Practice Course (LPC) or the Master of Law and Practice route, or taken the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE).You will also be required to have:<ul><li>A strong academic background, including a 2:1 (hons) degree or above</li><li>Demonstrable and relevant work experience</li><li>An enthusiastic and hardworking disposition</li><li>Good communication, analytical and organisational skills</li><li>Passion for sharing and embody our values</li></ul>Training will slightly differ depending on the route you’ve taken. Please make sure you are familiar with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) requirements for the route that you are opting for.

Training Contract/Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship - September 2025 - Switalskis

Deadline: &nbsp;31 March 2025Applications may close earlyTwo Year Training Contract – posts available in October 2025 and October 2026Bhatt Murphy has opportunities for trainee solicitors starting in October 2025 and October 2026. The contracts will generally be for two years, but there may be some flexibility depending on the needs of the firm and the candidates’ own circumstances. Successful applicants will gain experience of one or more of the firm’s areas of specialist practice.These positions are open to applicants intending to qualify as a solicitor either by completion of the LPC or via the Solicitor’s Qualifying Exam route.Essential Characteristics<ul><li>Commitment to publicly funded legal representation, civil liberties and social justice, including empathy with Bhatt Murphy's ethos</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively with the firm's client group</li><li>Ability to contribute to the team working ethos of Bhatt Murphy, including sensitivity to the needs of others</li><li>Excellent written communication skills</li><li>Ability to understand and deploy legal principles</li><li>Ability to prioritise and work efficiently under pressure</li><li>Problem solving ability and intellectual rigour&nbsp;</li></ul>Desirable Characteristics&nbsp;<ul><li>Experience of working in a law firm or similar environment </li><li>Experience of one or more of the firm’s areas of work</li><li>Client care experience </li><li>Completion of the LPC/Qualifying law degree&nbsp;</li></ul>Further information about the opportunities select ApplyPlease read the additional information carefully before submitting an application form along with our equal opportunities monitoring form.BursaryCandidates applying for trainee solicitor positions may be eligible to apply for the firm’s bursary scheme to help with the costs of the SQE or the LPC. Full details of the scheme, including the eligibility criteria and bursary application form are available on our website.

Trainee Solicitor - Oct 2025 & Oct 2026 starts - Bhatt Murphy

The deadline for applications is 9:00am on Monday 31 March 2025.Job Term: Fixed term – 9 months (with possibility of an extension of a further 3 months)&nbsp; Location: London SE1 Hours: Part-time (21 hours per week) Salary: £26,924 – £33,494 pro rata (including London weighting) depending on experience 	 Pension: 7% pension contribution Leave: 33 days pro rata (including public holidays) Probation period: 6 month probation period Reports to: Housing SupervisorWe are looking for a dynamic and committed individual to join our legal team as a Paralegal to assist our Housing and Public Law solicitors. This is a fixed term (nine months with the possibility of an extension for a further three months), part-time role (three days a week). This is an exciting role, offering opportunities for growth and development, to build your housing and public law experience and knowledge through working on emerging issues affecting victims of trafficking, and effecting change for this hugely vulnerable group.&nbsp;The role involves providing housing and public law advice and representation to survivors of trafficking and slavery under a legal aid contract. The focus of the role will be to work primarily on housing cases.We are a friendly, multidisciplinary team and this role offers the opportunity to learn and develop skills under supervision about housing and public law. You would also take part in regular meetings and discussions with colleagues practising immigration, compensation, working in finance, fundraising and operations, and who are involved in cutting edge policy work and improving survivor participation in the sector.With significant changes to trafficking, modern slavery and immigration law and policy, this is a critical time for survivors of trafficking and labour exploitation in the UK. ATLEU is at the forefront of this vital and fast-moving area of law, bringing high-profile strategic challenges that shape the way the law develops and strengthening the protections for all survivors of trafficking.&nbsp;Legal advice is an essential component in obtaining the support, safety and redress that survivors need to move forward. ATLEU works intensively with survivors over several years often assisting with multiple matters, helping to regularise their immigration status, obtain identification as a victim of trafficking, access treatment, support and appropriate housing, and claim compensation.&nbsp;ATLEU welcomes applications from candidates with different levels of experience. It is envisaged that candidates may include those at the start of their legal career with limited casework experience and more experienced candidates currently practising in legal aid with housing or public law experience. If you are at the start of your career or even if you have more experience but are new to working with survivors of trafficking, we welcome your application. We offer internal training for all new starters if they are less familiar with trafficking work. Each member of the team also has a training budget for additional professional development.We are looking for candidates who are intelligent, resilient, exceptional communicators and passionate about ATLEU’s mission and values. &nbsp;We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.&nbsp;We particularly welcome applicants from those who are significantly underrepresented in our sector, such as individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities.Application process&nbsp;To apply please email your CV, a covering letter, and an Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form to our Head of OperationsPlease quote “Job Ref: 2025/Paralegal” in the subject of your email.Please ensure that the cover letter:<ul><li>Sets out why you wish to work for ATLEU</li><li>Addresses the criteria contained in the Person Specification</li><li>Demonstrates your competency for the role.</li></ul>Please ensure that we have a contact telephone number or email address so that we are able to contact you easily and in confidence.Candidates shortlisted for interview will be advised by close of business on Thursday 3rd April 2025.Interviews will be held during the week beginning 7 April 2025.

Paralegal - Housing / Public Law - ATLEU

Deadline: 5pm, Monday 17 March 20251 Year Fixed TermHours: 35 hours per week (28 considered)We are looking for a dedicated Employment and Welfare Rights Paralegal to join our team and help support local residents facing employment and welfare benefits challenges.This role is more than just legal support—it’s about empowering individuals, ensuring fairness, and helping people access the rights and benefits they deserve. Our employment solicitor and welfare rights supervisor provide vital casework and expert guidance to those in need, as well as supporting local voluntary sector organisations through second-tier advice.As a key member of our team, you will play an essential role in fighting for workers’ rights, tackling discrimination, and ensuring vulnerable individuals receive the support they are entitled to. Your work will have a tangible impact on people’s lives, helping them secure fair treatment, financial stability, and peace of mind.What You’ll Be Doing:<ul><li>Supporting the work of the Employment, Discrimination, and Education Supervisor, assisting with casework, research, and client interviews.</li><li>Assisting the Welfare Rights Supervisor in ensuring individuals receive the benefits and financial assistance they are entitled to.</li><li>Developing your expertise to progress into managing your own caseload and contributing to second-tier advice delivery.</li></ul>&nbsp;Why Join Us?This is an exceptional opportunity for someone with a strong sense of social justice who wants to build a career in employment law and welfare rights. You will gain hands-on experience, professional mentorship, and opportunities for career progression while making a direct and lasting impact on your community.If you are committed to fairness, equality, and ensuring that no one is left behind, we want to hear from you.The post will be based at our office in Camberwell with some outreach and attendance at evening meetings. SLC has adopted an agile working policy and encourage staff to work partly from home.Southwark Law Centre has an Equality Diversity and Inclusion policy. We welcome applications from candidates who meet the person spec regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex (gender) and sexual orientation.Starting salary and relevant experienceThe Law Centre criteria for starting salaries aims to ensure that all relevant experience is recognised for all posts within clearly justifiable limits so that starting salary does not unfairly reward on the basis of age. Experience is only relevant for these purposes if it is equivalent to the role on offer. The post holder salary increases by 1 point each year until the top of the scale is reached within NJC payscales. In addition the Law Centre pays cost of living increases agreed nationally by the NJC.Relevant experience 1-2 years SP9 £31,884Relevant experience 2-5 years SP11 £32,817Relevant experience 5 years + SP13 £33,780Closing date for applications: 5pm, Monday 17 March 2025Interviews: Tuesday 25 March 2025To download the application pack, click Apply

Paralegal (FTC) - Employment and Welfare Rights - Southwark Law Centre

Deadlines:Vacation scheme 2 March 2025Training Contract 30 June 2025WHAT DO WE OFFER OUR TRAINEES?Our position as a leading international firm is built on our ability to understand, manage and complete transactions by drawing upon resources of our globally integrated practice areas. Our state-of-art telecommunications infrastructure links each of the Paul Hastings offices to the others and to our clients, facilitating the coordination of our transaction teams around the world.We will provide you with a first class training and development programme, combining on-the-job training and various professional courses. We will monitor your progress on a formal and informal basis to ensure you receive ongoing training and have the opportunity to give feedback on the programme itself and on those areas that you consider are of most interest to you.Our trainee solicitors will spend time in four seats, including corporate, capital markets, real estate, real estate finance, structured finance, leveraged finance, private funds, technology, cybersecurity, employment, litigation, restructuring and tax.Our firm offers a mentoring programme where an associate offers guidance to trainee solicitors through mentoring sessions and daily supervision. Mentors will seek to enrich and accelerate your professional growth by providing information about practices, as well as offering the personal guidance you will need to deal effectively with other lawyers and staff.We offer a competitive salary whilst training and benefits including medical insurance, a fitness and wellbeing allowance, life assurance and 25 working days' holiday.WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?Personal ProfileThere is no such thing as a "typical" Paul Hastings lawyer. We seek individuals with a wide variety of skills, who combine intellectual ability with enthusiasm, creativity and a demonstrable ability to thrive in a challenging environment. In addition, we expect you to show initiative and a willingness to make a positive contribution to the firm as a whole. People never thrive as individuals at Paul Hastings, only when they advance the common interest. When filling in the application form you should seek to demonstrate that you possess those qualities.Academic AbilityWe are looking for individuals with distinguished academic credentials. We expect candidates to have high level of achievement both at A Level (or equivalent) and degree level. This would normally mean an upper second or first class degree and a majority of A grades at A Level.Analytical AbilityThe exceptional depth and breadth of our practice means that we need to recruit those who can think clearly, identify the key aspects of a problem and apply sound commercial judgement and lateral thought. You will need to show that you can explain complex concepts in understandable terms, analyse the position and interpret the reaction of parties in complicated situations, anticipate risk and offer commercial solutions. We look for people who can see alternative ways of approaching and solving problems and who can identify key issues.DeterminationThe career path you have chosen is demanding, but rewarding. It will be intellectually challenging and make multiple demands on you. We therefore need to select individuals who possess the desire and drive to succeed in all circumstances and who can focus and deliver first-rate solutions even when under pressure.FlexibilityWe encourage innovation and are therefore looking for bright and engaging individuals who make a valuable contribution from day one. To achieve this you will need to enjoy dealing with new ideas and be able to adapt to new challenges. We are not just looking for talented legal minds – we need people who can appreciate the detail whilst not losing sight of the bigger picture.Interpersonal SkillsWe are a close-knit yet diverse office in London. Teamwork is paramount to our success. You will need to demonstrate that you have excellent communication skills and can interact with a broad range of colleagues and clients.OrganisationOur lawyers execute complex multi-jurisdictional transactions. It is essential to keep up with legal developments and understand our clients' businesses. You need to be able to manage, prioritise and not lose your cool when others might lose their's.Commercial AcumenCommercial sense and understanding usually develops with time and experience. However, we would expect you to demonstrate that you have the aptitude and potential to develop and apply business acumen as a lawyer.Enriching Your Training ExperienceTrainees are supported throughout the training period by an associate mentor and our Talent Management Team. They are encouraged to engage with Firm programmes and initiatives including charity and fundraising events, and affinity networks that promote diversity and inclusion.WHEN TO APPLYThe application deadline for 2027 Training Contracts is 30 June 2025. All applications will be reviewed after this date (not before).In June 2025 the firm will be offering&nbsp;Summer work placements. PHirst Steps placements will take place 16 - 27 June 2025. These placements are for those looking to gain experience in a City practice and will give participants experience of life at the firm and the work our lawyers do. Each placement is for one week and is paid. The deadline to apply is 2 March 2025.Our opportunities are open for applications to penultimate and final year law students, final year non-law students, and graduates.HOW TO APPLYClick Apply to apply for our March and September 2027 Training Contract positions. &nbsp; We will contact you by email to confirm receipt of your application. Please note that after this confirmation, we will only contact candidates who are invited to interview. Interviews for the March and September 2027 intakes will take place during August 2025.&nbsp;BROCHURETo learn more about training contracts at Paul Hastings, read our brochure.

Training Contract & Vacation Scheme - 2027 - Paul Hastings UK

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

Application deadline 30 April 2025The firm is currently inviting applications for training contracts to commence in September 2027. Training contracts will be made available for up to two candidates. Interviews will take place in a one-week period during the week beginning Monday 7 July 2025. Interviews will take place at our offices at Lynton House (WC1). Following interview, successful candidates will be invited to attend a work placement for one week at our offices at Lynton House. The firm will offer up to eight work placements. There will be one work placement week in 2025 – it will take place in the week beginning Monday 4 August 2025. During the work placement week, candidates will be given the opportunity to work-shadow lawyers within the firm and will participate in a number of practical, legal and analytical exercises. Following the work placement, if you are successful, an offer of a training contract to start in September 2027 will be made at some time shortly after your attendance on the work placement. You should ensure you can be available to attend an interview and work placement on the dates specified above before submitting your application.Who we're looking forA 2:1 degree or above is desirable. We expect all candidates to have a commitment to the law (although we welcome applications from non-law graduates) and a proven interest in business and commerce. We look to recruit trainees who are ambitious, motivated, considerate and collegiate; trainees who understand our core values and who seek to build upon our excellent reputation. We recognise and believe that today’s trainees can be our future partners – we encourage that focus and determination to drive our firm forward.Diversity and inclusionWe are fully committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion and we aim to recruit our trainees on the basis of their experience, abilities and qualifications alone. We are delighted to be working with Aspiring Solicitors as part of our drive to increase diversity in the legal industry. We also have a partnership with ReachOut, a mentoring charity that helps young people from disadvantaged backgrounds improve their career prospects. We don’t recruit directly from the ReachOut programme, but we do provide mentoring, an Insight Day and two spaces for candidates to attend our placement week to gain invaluable work experience.Application processYou should ensure you can be available to attend an interview and work placement on the dates specified above before submitting your application. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK - unfortunately, given the size of the firm, we are currently unable to provide VISA sponsorship. Applicants are asked to complete an application form and attend an interview. Following interview, up to 8 successful candidates will be invited to attend a work placement for 1 week at our offices. As we receive a large number of applications, unfortunately it isn’t possible to interview every candidate or offer feedback, should you not be selected for the work placement week.Funding and supportIf you are successful, our training contract offer will be conditional on you successfully completing the LPC, passing each module on the first attempt. For those who have yet to take their LPC, we will meet the cost of the LPC at our preferred supplier, BPP, provided that, if you subsequently choose not to join us as a trainee, you will be obliged to refund those costs to us. We will meet the cost of your attendance on the compulsory Professional Skills Course which will take place during the course of your training contract. We will consider the cost of any required re-attendance or re-sits at our discretion.The SQEWith the introduction of the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) as an alternative route to qualification, the way in which solicitors qualify is changing. Our recruitment programme to date has been based on the traditional route to qualification but we are now transitioning to the SQE. Non-law graduates will be required to take a law conversion before embarking on SQE prep courses. &nbsp;We will meet the cost of the SQE1 prep &amp; exam, the SQE2 prep &amp; exam and the Essentials for Practice at our preferred supplier, BPP, provided that if you subsequently choose not to join us, you will be obliged to refund those costs to us. Once passed, candidates will join the firm for two years of Qualifying Work Experience.What you can expectOur practice is split into the following areas of law: civil litigation, commercial and company, employment, family, private client, and property. We want our trainees to receive a broad depth of training and we have restructured our programme so that our trainees can gain experience in each of our practice areas. During your training contract/qualifying work experience, you will be given the opportunity to work in employment and disputes/reputation management, property and family/private client and corporate/commercial. You may also be asked to complete an ad hoc client secondment for up to three months. Alongside a competitive salary, our trainees are eligible for a range of benefits including a cash plan scheme, 24/7 GP access, an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, private health insurance, group income protection, mindfulness and well-being sessions, death in service, pension, cycle-to-work scheme, payroll giving and season ticket loans.

Training Contract - 2027 - Simkins

Deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possible.Ways to qualify with Elborne Mitchell LLPTo qualify through the traditional route, you will need to have commenced or completed the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) or the Legal Practice Course (LPC) by September 2021. Individuals choosing this route must have obtained a law degree or GDL and have completed the LPC before joining the firm. You will then be eligible to embark on our two-year Training Contract, during which you will also complete the Professional Skills Course.If you have not yet started or completed the GDL or LPC, you can qualify with us by following the Solicitor’s Qualifying Examination (SQE) route. To do so, we require you to have completed either a law degree or the new Postgraduate Diploma in Law, and to have passed both SQE assessments prior to joining the firm. You can then begin two years of Qualifying Work Experience on our Training Contract.Why Elborne Mitchell LLP?Elborne Mitchell LLP undertakes ‘big firm’ work in a small and less formal environment. Our non-hierarchical structure fosters a supportive culture where trainees are encouraged to be proactive and fully engage with the work available. Our trainees work directly with partners and are given significant responsibility from the first day of their training, creating invaluable learning opportunities.We aim wherever possible to retain our trainees as qualified lawyers with the firm and are looking for individuals with ambition, intelligence, and strong teamwork skills.We generally recruit trainee solicitors one year in advance.To apply, please email your CV and covering letter addressed to Kate Payne.

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