Trainee Solicitor
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are an ambitious firm of established solicitors looking for a trainee solicitor to join our team. At Carters we have an exciting range of work ideal for the perfect candidate to experience on their journey to becoming a qualified Solicitor.
Working out of our Prestwick Office and working remotely- you will shadow our Team closely - gaining exposure to a high quality of work. You will have the opportunity to interact with colleagues, clients and other solicitors as you form an integral part of our team.
The Ideal Candidate will:
· Have already completed their LLB and Diploma in Scots Law.
· Possess effective time management skills
· Foster relationships and engage with professionals and colleagues.
· Display organisational skills and have the ability to achieve deadlines.
· Have excellent communication skills.
· Support others as and when required and be an efficient team player.
· Work well under pressure, be proactive and handle a varied workload.
· Have strong attention to detail.
As well as the opportunity to grow as part of the team here, you will receive:
· Salary in line with the Law Society Recommended Rate
· Day to Day and Seminar Training.
· PEAT 2 Training Courses paid for
· Flexible/Hybrid working options
· 25 days Holiday of your choosing together with 5 Statutory Days and Birthday Leave
Applications should be submitted with a CV and covering letter to cbowie@carterslaw.co.uk;
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract, Graduate
Contract length: 24 months
Salary: £22,550.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Prestwick: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Prestwick
Application deadline: 16/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Trainee Solicitor roles across Carters's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £22,550 - £22,550 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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