Trainee Solicitor

The “Period of Recognised Training” will consist of a two-year training programme covering both a Contentious and Non-Contentious seat. During this time, you will be regarded as a fee earning member of staff, and you will be expected to provide a high-quality legal service to all our clients, under the supervision and training of a qualified solicitor.

Key tasks include:

2.1 Conduct of matters on behalf of Clients, under supervision.
2.2 Participation in the promotion of the firm among local professional firms including Networking events;
2.3.1 Financial control with particular regard to cash flow control through collection of monies on account, billing procedures and file closure;
2.3.2 Deputise for Fee Earning colleagues within the Department during holidays and absences as directed by supervisor;
2.3.3 Conduct interviews with clients;
2.3.4 Assess legal problems;
2.3.5 Advise clients on fees;
2.3.6 Conduct legal research;
2.3.7 Negotiate settlements;
2.3.8 Maintain confidentiality;
2.3.9 Maintain the firm’s policies and procedures in line with Lexcel, WIQS and CQS requirements;
2.3.10 Maintain organised files;
2.3.11 Be able to accurately follow administrative systems and procedures.

Person Specification:

3.1 The main qualifications for this position is preferably a 2:1 or higher qualifying Law degree and you must have passed, or be currently taking the LPC;
3.2 The jobholder must display a pleasant, but assertive manner in dealing with colleagues and clients and provide a professional and friendly service;
3.3 You must be an effective communicator, both orally and in writing, having a good command of the English language;
3.4 You will be expected to assist in the preparation of cases, usually under pressure and to tight deadlines. You must, therefore, be able to prioritise workloads at any given time;
3.4.1 Personally efficient and well organised, with a good control of diary systems and competent in the firm’s computer facilities;
3.4.2 Competent key boarding skill set;
3.4.3 You will have the ability to view situations from different angles. You will need to develop a capability of delegating tasks, supervising where appropriate and working on your own initiative.