Trainee Solicitor

Slater Heelis Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Our colleagues are some of the very best in the profession and we're adding 3 more Trainee Solicitor opportunities to our 2025 intake as we continue to expand and grow!

Slater Heelis is a leading full-service law firm with a rich history of providing exceptional legal services to clients across the UK. Based in Manchester, we are recognised for our client-focussed approach, professional integrity, and commitment to excellence.

At Slater Heelis, we are dedicated to delivering high quality legal advice while fostering an inclusive and dynamic work environment. We believe in nurturing and investing in our talent and we are looking for passionate individuals ready to get qualified and kickstart their legal careers with us.

In May 2024, Slater Heelis became part of Lawfront, a national Law Group providing legal services to individuals and businesses through leading regional law firms. Lawfront supports its regional firms to achieve their growth ambitions through investment in people, technology and cross-group collaboration with the support of a highly experienced central team.

What we offer:

We're fortunate to work with truly great people at Slater Heelis many of whom are leaders in their fields. As well as being provided with a high-quality training programme and learning from expert solicitors, we also offer:

1. Full SQE funding: If you have yet to enrol onto the SQE route, we are proud to offer sponsorship of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) route to qualification, including course fees and exam costs (subject to eligibility).
2. A clear path to qualification.
3. Dedicated training mentors in each department.
4. Seat rotation: During your training programme, you will complete up to four training seats across different legal departments. You will be able to indicate your preferences and let us know which area of law you would like to include in your programme.
5. Real responsibility: From day one, you'll be given meaningful work and direct client exposure in a supportive environment.
6. A place to belong: Be part of a dynamic, inclusive firm with a strong regional presence and a reputation for excellence.

What we're looking for:

You'll be passionate about getting qualified and about a career in law. You'll have a genuine commitment to joining Slater Heelis and adding to the culture and growth of the firm.

We're also looking for:

• Education: A law degree (of at least a 2:1 standard) or law conversion course.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills, excellent written and verbal communication, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Tech savvy: proficient with different IT/legal tools and platforms including AI.
• Personality: A proactive and adaptable mindset, with a passion for learning and a commitment to delivering outstanding client service.
• Proactive: ability to work autonomously at pace.
• Excellent time management: capable of multi-tasking, prioritising and adapting to changing demands.
• Ability to maintain absolute discretion and a high level of confidentiality.
• Reliable, dependable and agile.

Key Responsibilities:

• To provide high quality support to fee-earners and to clients, undertaking a wide variety of work under supervision but not as a designated matter handler.
• Drafting legal documents, including contracts, briefs, court documents and correspondence.
• Assisting with legal research and analysis to support ongoing cases, attending client meetings and court hearings and interacting with clients, barristers, opponents and experts.
• Collaborating with various departments to ensure comprehensive case management.
• Contributing to business development activities including attending external events and networking opportunities, client engagement initiatives, blogging and growing your professional social media presence.
• Developing and advising on relevant options, strategies and solutions.
• Demonstrating an adequate understanding of the commercial, organisational and financial context within the department.
• Attaining a level of competence to SRA and Practical Skills standards working towards qualification as a solicitor.

Why join us?

In addition to getting the opportunity to work with exceptionally talented people, being a part of a fast-growing business with huge ambition across Lawfront, and being a great place to work, we have a range of benefits including:

• A funded SQE route to qualification at a prestigious full-service Law Firm based in Sale/Manchester.
• A supportive and engaging training environment with mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Opportunities to work on a diverse range of legal matters.
• Access to continuous professional development and training programs.
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.

Perks and benefits:

• Flexible time off - 25 days annual leave + 1 day for birthday + 8 bank holidays + additional days for your 3-, 5- & 10-year anniversary.
• Career progression.
• Agile working.
• Life & Income Protection Insurance.
• A wellbeing support package.
• Up to 4% matched pension contributions.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme and Tech discount scheme.
• Health cash plan.
• Discounted gym partnerships.
• The opportunity to join an employer that takes Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging seriously.
• Up to a 2,000 (less tax & NI) bonus for each candidate that you refer to join Slater Heelis.
• A benefits portal enabling you to purchase an array of other benefits via salary sacrifice.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity entitlements.

How to apply:

There has never been a more exciting time to join Slater Heelis as a Trainee Solicitor!

If you're ready to take the next step in your legal career and get qualified in a firm that values growth and innovation, we want to hear from you.

Please complete our online application, attaching a copy of your CV.

Applications will close on 5 May 2025.