Trainee Solicitor
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Position Overview & Specifications
DLS Law are recruiting for the following roles;
· A Trainee Solicitor (commencing June 2023) with opportunity to commence as Paralegal immediately
· Paralegal with a view to a Training Contract (immediate start)
DLS Law is a well-established boutique Litigation Firm based in Central Milton Keynes. Our team of very experienced Solicitors are all geared towards a common purpose – helping our clients to find the best possible solution for them. Disputes come in all forms and guises and we handle an array of contentious matters on behalf of individuals, SMEs, high net worth individuals and PLCs. In addition, to our busy Commercial Litigation team, we have an emerging practice in the areas of Commercial Property, Trusts and complex Financial Remedy cases within high-value Matrimonial proceedings. For more information about the areas of law we cover, please visit www.dls-law.co.uk.
Who Should Apply?
We are looking for individuals who are ambitious and highly motivated. The successful candidate will obviously be an excellent communicator with a sharp eye for detail and be commercially astute. We also take great pride in selecting people who will diligently service our diverse client base and integrate well within our existing and expanding team.
All candidates must have a UK Degree (minimum 2.1 but not necessarily in Law) and must have either completed the LPC (or have embarked on the course on a part time basis) before the specified role commences.
A local connection to the Milton Keynes/Buckinghamshire area is desirable.
The deadline for the Trainee Solicitor (commencing mid July 2022) position is 21 April 2023 however, we deal with applications on an ongoing basis and we therefore encourage candidates to make their application to us as soon as possible. Applicants who are unsuccessful for the role specified within their application may be considered for alternative roles or future roles within the organisation.
We recruit Paralegals on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline for those vacancies.
Method of Application
Please send us your CV to together with a covering letter outlining the position you are applying and why you feel you are a suitable candidate for the role.
Vacancies: 1 Trainee Solicitor vacancy and 1-3 Paralegal Vacancies with a view to Training Contract
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Fixed Term/Full Time
Location: Milton Keynes
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent
Job Types: Full-time, Graduate
Salary: Up to £25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 21/04/2023
Reference ID: Reference ID: DLS/TC.2023Recruitment
Expected start date: 05/06/2023
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 DLS Law'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 £25,000 - £25,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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