Trainee Solicitor
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Position Overview & Specifications
Do you want to spend the next XX years working as a small cog in a big firm, or do you dream of running your own division, or even your own family law firm?
We are currently looking for a recent legal graduate to join the team, with a view to becoming a fully qualified solicitor initially, then moving to directorship, and then partner in time, as you build up your division within the practice.
We currently have a vacancy within our Probate and wills division, and are looking for the right candidate who wants to build up their own client files in these areas!
Your main role will be to manage all aspects of building your own client base, with help from our senior partner and marketing team, within a family firm. You will be expected to network locally to help source clients, and to develop strong ties within the local community, whilst providing appropriate advice and assistance in accordance with professional standards and internal quality requirements.
You will work directly under the supervision of the company owner, and will train up to be a fully qualified solicitor.
If you want to join a team that enjoys their work, with the offer of future partnership opportunities then this may be the role for you!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate
Salary: From £22,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee mentoring programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- CHEPSTOW, NP16 5EP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Legal: 1 year (required)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Trainee Solicitor
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 Properts'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 £22,500 - £22,500 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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