Key Takeaways
- Gain insight into a Trainee Solicitor role through a paid, two-week work experience programme.
- Work on live legal cases, attend meetings, and experience the firm's culture.
- Considered for a Training Contract in 2029.
- Requires a 2:1 degree and penultimate/final year student or graduate status.
- Takes place in June in Bristol, Manchester, and Scotland offices.
About the Role
The Vacation Scheme is a paid work experience programme where you will work on live legal work under the supervision of a fee-earning member of staff. It is designed to provide you with an insight into the life of a Trainee Solicitor at TLT, working with clients to provide a range of legal services.
What You'll Do
No two days will be the same, however, your time with TLT will consist of:
- Working on live cases
- Attending meetings
- Attending court/events with your team
- Reviewing documentation
- Attending social events
- Experiencing our culture first-hand
Training Contract Opportunities
Those who attend the Vacation Scheme will be considered for a Training Contract in 2029 with TLT. From time to time, earlier start dates may be available based on business need. The Early Careers team will discuss this opportunity with you at offer stage based on the information provided on your application.
Entry Requirements
- Penultimate year/final year law student/law graduate; or
- Graduate from any non-law discipline enrolled in/completed PGDL or Accelerated LLB; or
- SQE 1 and/or 2 complete
- 2:1 degree (obtained or predicted)
- Candidates with LPC completed are also encouraged to apply, please list this under postgraduate qualifications on your application form.
*If candidates have successfully completed the SQE then the PGDL is not a requirement.
Programme Details
- Duration: Two weeks, full-time
- Locations: Bristol, Manchester, and Scotland offices
- Right to Work: You must have the right to work in the UK during the programme. Following the scheme, successful candidates may be considered for a place on our training contract programme, so applicants should consider their options for obtaining and maintaining the right to work as a trainee solicitor in the UK throughout the duration of any future training contract. Eligibility for sponsorship as a trainee solicitor under the Skilled Worker visa is subject to meeting specific criteria set by the UK Home Office, and this criteria differs to the Vacation Scheme eligibility.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with an annual pay review
- 25 days holiday (increasing to 30 days based upon length of service)
- Private medical insurance
- Progressive fully flexible working approach, with a focus on hybrid working and supporting work/life balance.