Trainee Solicitor Programme: Launch Your Legal Career

Al Goodbody; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A&L Goodbody invites applications for its 2027 Trainee Solicitor Programme in Belfast. You will explore which areas of law interest you most and engage in a structured development path across Corporate, Disputes & Investigations, Finance and Real Estate.

Strong academic achievement and relevant experience are valued. Law degree is not mandatory, but IPLS core modules must be evidenced where applicable. The firm emphasizes authentic evaluation over AI tools.

Qualifications

• Academic achievement and experience relevant to a legal career.
• Candidates following IPLS must complete core law modules required by Law Society of NI.
• Undergraduate law degree is not a prerequisite.

Responsibilities

• Rotations across main departments: Corporate, Disputes & Investigations, Finance, Real Estate.
• Participate in the Trainee Solicitor Programme and develop professional leadership skills.

Skills

Intellectual Ability

Judgement

Commercial Awareness

Relationship Building

Career Commitment

Motivation & Initiative

Communication

Resilience

Education

Law degree not prerequisite

Core law modules (IPL S route) compliance

Job description

A&L Goodbody invites applications for its 2027 Trainee Solicitor Programme in Belfast. You will explore which areas of law interest you most and engage in a structured development path across Corporate, Disputes & Investigations, Finance and Real Estate.

Strong academic achievement and relevant experience are valued. Law degree is not mandatory, but IPLS core modules must be evidenced where applicable. The firm emphasizes authentic evaluation over AI tools.