We see our trainees as the future of the firm and we are committed to providing the opportunity for them to develop professionally in a supportive and friendly working environment. Trainees are an important part of our team and we recognise the need to nurture their skills through a balance of responsibility and guidance.
Our broad breadth of practice areas means that trainees will have the opportunity to be exposed to a wide variety of clients and legal situations. As a medium-sized regional firm, trainees will have client contact and case management opportunities at an early stage.
We aim to retain as many of our trainees as possible on qualification to fuel the organic growth of the firm.
What do we offer?
Trainees spend six months in four different seats including:
- Company Commercial
- Commercial Property
- Dispute Resolution
- Employment
- Residential Conveyancing
- Family
- Wills, Trusts and Probate
- Personal Injury
- Crime
What are we looking for?
We are looking for trainees with the following attributes:
- A strong academic record
- A well-rounded personality
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Commitment to the firm and the profession
- Enthusiasm
- Drive
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Commercial awareness
PLEASE NOTE - CANDIDATES WITH CLOSE CONNECTIONS TO LEICESTERSHIRE ARE PREFERRED.
How to apply
Trainees join us in September each year.
We are now looking to recruit for September 2015.
Closing date for applications is 21st December 2013.
Applications should be by Covering Letter and CV and sent to Ian Johnson at the Leicester Head Office.
The selection process will consist of an interview and written exercise.