Graduate Legal Professional Programme

Fieldfisher; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Fieldfisher in Belfast is launching a two-year Graduate Legal Professional Scheme designed to give you real responsibility, exceptional training and exposure to high profile work across a European law firm.

You will rotate through cross-area teams, handle real client work, and build a professional network through an initial induction in Belfast and interim visits to London.

Qualifications

• Motivated graduates ready to bring energy, fresh ideas, and a willingness to learn.
• Proactive, resilient and keen to grow in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Right to work in the UK and the required academic standing.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing and preparing legal documents
• Shadowing witness interviews
• Analysing data and reviewing/annotating contracts
• Proofreading and preparing electronic bundles for court
• Legal research
• Engaging with clients and third parties
• Utilising legal technology tools to review documents for disclosure
• Contributing to legal projects within our Cross Area Specialist Team across multiple practice areas

Skills

Strong communication skills

Great organisation and attention to

Curious and proactive mindset

Teamwork and independence

Reliability and resilience

Education

2:1 degree or above

Job description

Commencing 31 August 2027, join our Cross Area Specialist Team in Fieldfisher's Business Services Centre on our annual two-year Graduate Legal Professional Scheme designed to give you real responsibility, exceptional training and exposure to high profile work across a European law firm.

Why Fieldfisher?

Start with a strong network: Your journey begins with a full induction week in Belfast, giving you the chance to meet your cohort, get to know the firm and build confidence from day one. You’ll also visit our London offices, connect with Trainee Solicitors and Apprentices, take part in interactive sessions, and enjoy a social on our 9th floor terrace overlooking the Thames.

Work that goes beyond borders: You’ll collaborate with colleagues across the UK, Europe and the US, gaining exposure to high-profile work and developing skills that can open doors across different practice areas.

Support every step of the way: You won’t be expected to figure everything out alone. You’ll have a dedicated Supervisor, structured training from our Early Careers and People Development teams, and a supportive peer group learning alongside you.

Build a career, not just experience: Over two years, you’ll develop the practical skills, knowledge and professional confidence to grow into a long-term career as a Legal Professional.

What you’ll do

Across the programme you’ll rotate through varied, real client work - typical tasks include:

• Drafting, reviewing and preparing legal documents
• Shadowing witness interviews
• Analysing data and reviewing/annotating contracts
• Proofreading and preparing electronic bundles for court
• Legal research
• Engaging with clients and third parties
• Utilising legal technology tools to review documents for disclosure
• Contributing to legal projects within our Cross Area Specialist Team (“CAST”) across teams such as Regulatory, Dispute Resolution, Technology & Data, Personal Injury and Medical Negligence, Corporate, Real Estate and Pro Bono.

Training & development

You’ll follow a tailored curriculum covering: Client Care, Company Law, Professional Standards and How Law Firms Operate as Businesses - alongside practical, on-the-job experience.

About you

We’re looking for motivated graduates who are ready to bring energy, fresh ideas, and a willingness to learn. You’ll be someone who enjoys working with others, approaches challenges with curiosity, and takes pride in delivering work to a high standard.

You don’t need to have everything figured out from day one. What matters is that you are proactive, resilient and keen to grow.

We’re looking for people who can demonstrate:

• Strong communication skills – you can share ideas clearly, listen carefully, and build positive working relationships.
• Great organisation and attention to detail – you can manage your time, prioritise tasks and take care in the work you produce.
• A curious and proactive mindset – you ask questions, look for solutions, and are excited to keep learning.
• Teamwork and independence – you can contribute as part of a team but also take ownership of your own responsibilities.
• Reliability and resilience – you are dependable, adaptable, and willing to learn from feedback and new experiences.

You should also be educated in any discipline, with a 2:1 or above and have the right to work in the UK before commencing the programme.

Recruitment Process

• Online Application
• Online Assessment
• Video Interview with a member of the Early Careers or Recruitment Team
• Assessment Centre
• Offer and Pre-Employment Checks

Inclusion is not exclusive:

If all our differences are highlighted, no one stands out for being different. At Fieldfisher, all our rich diversity is celebrated.

We will provide the equipment to allow you to shine at the interview and beyond. Just let us know what you need by contacting us at: .

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Fieldfisher is proud to be an Opening Doors Employer with Business in the Community Northern Ireland. Through our Inclusion and Early Careers strategies, we are committed to broadening access to careers, attracting talent from diverse backgrounds, and creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.