Training Contract

The Law Society of Northern Ireland; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Law Society of Northern Ireland invites you to join the TLT SQE training programme, from February to July 2027 you will study for SQE1, then begin a four-seat training contract in September 2027, and qualify as a solicitor in England & Wales with dual qualification into Northern Ireland.

You’ll work on high–value cases and long–term client partnerships across Infrastructure, Future Energy, Digital, Financial Services, Leisure, Food & Drink, Public Sector, Real Estate, and Retail & Consumer

Qualifications

• Have completed a law degree, PGDL or law conversion course.
• Minimum 2:1 in your degree.

Responsibilities

• Work on high-value cases and long-term client partnerships across sectors including Infrastructure, Future Energy, Digital, Financial Services, Leisure, Food & Drink, Public Sector, Real Estate, and Retail & Consumer Goods.
• Build technical legal expertise and sharpen commercial instincts under supervision.
• Be part of an open, collaborative team where your supervisor supports your development and career.

Education

Law degree / PGDL / Law conversion course

Job description

Job details

The TLT SQE training programme places you at the centre of real legal work. FromFebruary to July 2027, you’ll study for and sitSQE1 before starting yourfour-seat training contract in September 2027. During your first two seats, you’ll prepare for and sitSQE2, supported by your team and supervisor.

You’ll gain hands-on experience, contribute to live projects, and be recognised for your impact, all while becoming a trusted advisor. When you’ve finished the training contract, you’ll qualify as a Solicitor in England & Wales and dual qualify into Northern Ireland, opening doors to work across multiple jurisdictions.

What You’ll Do

You’ll work on high-value cases and long-term client partnerships across sectors including Infrastructure, Future Energy, Digital, Financial Services, Leisure, Food & Drink, Public Sector, Real Estate, and Retail & Consumer Goods. With a variety of seat options depending on location, you’ll build technical legal expertise and sharpen your commercial instincts.

You’ll be part of an open, collaborative team where your supervisor supports your development and helps you shape your career. You’ll also have the chance to get involved in causes you care about and explore where your future could take you.

• Have completed a law degree, PGDL or law conversion course
• Achieved a minimum of 2:1 in your degree
• Are available to begin full-time SQE1 study from February 2027