Trainee Solicitor — SQE Pathway & Training Contract

FQPS Academy Ltd.; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Weightmans in the United Kingdom invites applications for a Trainee Solicitor following the SQE Pathway. Suitable candidates may have completed a qualifying law degree or a non-law degree with the PGDL.

The programme guarantees SQE1/SQE2 study plus practical QWE within the firm. The Trainee Solicitor role starts September 2029 with supervised seats across the firm and mentoring to support your qualification journey toward becoming a solicitor.

Qualifications

• Must have completed Qualifying law degree or PGDL with a strong academic record.
• Demonstrated interest in SQE and solicitor qualification pathway.
• Ability to work across seats and manage study commitments.

Responsibilities

• Participate in SQE pathway with SQE1/SQE2 study and on-the-job QWE.
• Engage in training across seats and receive supervision and mentoring.
• Support the firm’s projects and client work under supervision.

Skills

Legal research

Academic writing

Study planning

Education

Qualifying law degree

PgDL / conversion course

Job description

Weightmans in the United Kingdom invites applications for a Trainee Solicitor following the SQE Pathway. Suitable candidates may have completed a qualifying law degree or a non-law degree with the PGDL.

The programme guarantees SQE1/SQE2 study plus practical QWE within the firm. The Trainee Solicitor role starts September 2029 with supervised seats across the firm and mentoring to support your qualification journey toward becoming a solicitor.