Trainee Solicitor: Hands-on Training & Client Exposure

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

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.