Trainee Solicitor (Training Contract or QWE) – London & Regional

Accutrainee Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training provider for legal professionals is seeking Trainee Solicitors to join their program in Sheffield. The role offers tailored training contracts with placements across various legal teams. Candidates must possess A-Level and a qualifying law degree or GDL. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential. This position includes mentoring and a competitive salary, and it allows candidates to gain significant responsibility in the legal field.

Benefits

Personalised mentoring from a senior lawyer

Dedicated training and development

Varied work placements

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Strong intellectual, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and organizational abilities.
• Resilience and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Complete a mix of contentious and non-contentious placements.
• Develop a range of practice skills.
• Receive mentoring throughout placements.

Skills

Intellectual skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication abilities

Organizational abilities

Teamwork

Commercial awareness

Education

A-Level (or equivalent)

Qualifying law degree or GDL

LPC

Job description

Overview

Trainee Solicitor – London & Regional

With over 10 years experience helping legal professionals to qualify as Solicitors, Accutrainee is a leading choice for aspiring solicitors. We support you regardless of your circumstances or stage of your career as your essential partner to qualification.

Whether you are looking to qualify through the traditional Training Contract route or the Solicitor Qualifying Examination (SQE) route, Accutrainee has you covered. We offer opportunities across a wide range of in‑house legal teams, large city firms, boutiques, start‑ups and more.

Benefits include personalised mentoring from a senior lawyer, dedicated training and development through our Pathways platform, varied work placements, a competitive salary, and expertise in developing the best lawyers of tomorrow.

Your Pathway to Qualification

Accutrainee has the knowledge and expertise to ensure trainees enter the profession with the skills and competencies demanded of modern lawyers.

Training Contract Pathway

Our unique Training Contract is designed around you, with secondments tailored to your preferences in practice areas and organisation type. Accutrainee acts as your training establishment and will continually monitor and assess your work and development throughout the contract.

Requirements – Training Contract Pathway

• A‑Level (or equivalent)
• Qualifying law degree or GDL (please apply towards the end of your LLB/GDL)
• LPC (applications accepted even if LPC not yet completed)

QWE Pathway

Under the SQE route, you will complete two SQE assessments and two years of Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) to qualify as a solicitor. We offer placements that provide high‑quality legal work and significant responsibility, along with mentoring and support from our expert team.

Requirements – QWE Pathway

• A‑Level (or equivalent)
• Degree (or equivalent)
• SQE Part 1 (if you have not completed an LLB or GDL, you may still be placed once SQE Part 1 is passed)

Duties and Responsibilities

Depending on your personalised plan you may complete a mix of contentious and non‑contentious placements. Trainees will develop a range of practice skills and gain valuable experience to support qualification. Trainees receive high levels of responsibility and are supported by mentoring throughout their placements.

Who Should Apply?

We are looking for candidates with strong intellectual, analytical and problem‑solving skills, good communication and organisational abilities, resilience, commercial awareness, teamwork, a passion for law, and dedication to succeed. Mitigating circumstances will be considered during the selection process.

Accutrainee Scholarship Programme

You may be considered for the Accutrainee Scholarship Programme, which aims to increase access to the legal profession for underrepresented groups and candidates from less advantaged backgrounds. Eligibility will be assessed during and after the selection process.

Sponsorship Eligibility

We evaluate personal history, achievements and financial or socio‑economic circumstances, including any exceptional challenges faced. If you complete the selection process and are eligible, Accutrainee will seek trainee secondment opportunities for you. If you secure a secondment and begin your training contract or QWE, we will discuss funding for SQE assessments and LPC if applicable.

For more information on the Scholarship Programme, please visit Accutrainee’s website or contact us directly.

When to Apply

We are continually recruiting with no set deadlines. Secondments can start at any time of the year. Most candidates apply towards the end of their LLB or after completing the GDL, LPC or SQE Part 1. Note: Safari users may experience difficulties; Chrome or Firefox is recommended.