Trainee Solicitor

AdviserPlus; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

AdviserPlus, part of the Empowering People Group, seeks a Trainee Solicitor to support delivery of high-quality legal advice across the firm’s client base. The role provides structured training and hands-on experience across a range of matters, combining technical development with meaningful client exposure under supervision.

The position offers responsibility from an early stage, with mentoring, feedback and pathways toward qualification in line with SRA requirements.

Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent law qualification required.
• Completion of the Legal Practice Course (or working towards it).
• Strong academic background with relevant legal study.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Commercial awareness and pragmatic approach.
• Professional, proactive and collaborative attitude.
• Previous paralegal or legal work experience.
• Experience drafting contracts or formal legal documentation.
• Client-facing experience in a professional services environment.

Responsibilities

• Legal advice and drafting
• Support the provision of legal advice to clients across a range of matters.
• Draft and review contracts, policies, handbooks and other legal documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of letters of advice, reports and client correspondence using firm templates and precedents.
• Ensure advice is technically accurate, clearly communicated and aligned with firm values and service standards.
• Support client relationships through responsive communication and professional service delivery.
• Conduct client review meetings where appropriate, with supervision.
• Assist with proactive client engagement initiatives and legal health checks.
• Identify opportunities for additional work or support and record these in line with firm processes.
• Undertake legal research to support client advice and internal projects.
• Contribute to legal updates, internal briefings and knowledge sharing initiatives.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and case law developments.
• Work towards qualification in line with SRA requirements.
• Manage workload effectively to meet deadlines and service standards.
• Maintain accurate file management and comply with regulatory and internal governance requirements.
• Seek and respond positively to supervision and feedback to support continuous development.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Professional attitude

Client-facing experience

Experience drafting contracts

Paralegal experience

Collaborative mindset

Education

LLB or equivalent

Legal Practice Course (LPC)

Job description

This vacancy is for Halborns which is part of the Empowering People Group. The role is advertised through AdviserPlus platform, which is also part of the Empowering People Group.

The Trainee Solicitor will support the delivery of high quality, commercially focused legal advice across the firm’s client base.

This role provides structured training and hands on experience across a range of legal matters, combining technical development with meaningful client exposure. The Trainee Solicitor will work closely with supervising solicitors and senior colleagues to build strong legal foundations, sound judgement and confident client handling skills.

The role offers genuine responsibility from an early stage, balanced with supervision, mentoring and ongoing feedback.

Key accountabilities and responsibilities

• Legal advice and drafting
• Support the provision of legal advice to clients across a range of matters.
• Draft and review contracts, policies, handbooks and other legal documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of letters of advice, reports and client correspondence using firm templates and precedents.
• Ensure advice is technically accurate, clearly communicated and aligned with firm values and service standards.

Client support and engagement

• Support client relationships through responsive communication and professional service delivery.
• Conduct client review meetings where appropriate, with supervision.
• Assist with proactive client engagement initiatives and legal “health checks”.
• Identify opportunities for additional work or support and record these in line with firm processes.

Research and knowledge development

• Undertake legal research to support client advice and internal projects.
• Contribute to legal updates, internal briefings and knowledge sharing initiatives.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and case law developments.

Professional development and compliance

• Work towards qualification in line with SRA requirements.
• Manage workload effectively to meet deadlines and service standards.
• Maintain accurate file management and comply with regulatory and internal governance requirements.
• Seek and respond positively to supervision and feedback to support continuous development.

Skills and attributes

• Completion of an LLB or equivalent law qualification (or conversion course)
• Completing the Legal Practice Course (or working towards it)
• Strong academic background
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Commercial awareness and pragmatic approach
• Professional, proactive and collaborative attitude
• Previous paralegal or legal work experience
• Experience drafting contracts or formal legal documentation
• Client-facing experience in a professional services environment

Why this role is exciting

This is an opportunity to train within a growing, commercially focused firm where you will:

• Gain meaningful responsibility from an early stage
• Develop strong drafting, advisory and client management skills
• Work closely with experienced solicitors in a supportive environment
• Build a solid foundation for qualification and long-term progression

The Company

AdviserPlus, part of the Empowering People Group, is a leading provider of employee relations (ER) transformation solutions. Through an innovative approach, they reshape ways of working, empowering managers to confidently self-serve people matters, enhancing employee experiences while driving cost savings and productivity gains.
Since 2001, AdviserPlus has been simplifying and streamlining HR processes with data-driven ER solutions that create agile, resilient workforces. Its empower® platform reduces dependency on HR, allowing professionals to focus on strategic priorities while equipping managers with the confidence to lead effectively.

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AdviserPlus Business Solutions Ltd, Pioneer House, Pioneer Business Park, North Road, Ellesmere Port. CH65 1AD. UK
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