Trainee Solicitor - Training Contract X 6

Trainee Solicitor - Training Contract X 6

Welcome to Slater Heelis, a leading full service law firm based in Manchester. We are looking for passionate individuals ready to get qualified and kickstart their legal careers with us.

What we offer:

• Full SQE funding: Sponsorship of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination route, including course fees and exam costs (subject to eligibility).
• A clear path to qualification: Structured support through Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) with regular feedback and development opportunities.
• Dedicated training mentors in each department.
• Comprehensive training: Hands on experience across a wide variety of practice areas, both private client and corporate.
• Seat rotation: Up to four training seats across different legal departments, allowing you to indicate preferences and match with department needs.
• Real responsibility: Meaningful work and direct client exposure from day one in a supportive environment.
• A place to belong: A dynamic, inclusive firm with a strong regional presence and a reputation for excellence.
• Corporate/Commercial
  
  Litigation - Commercial and Personal
  
  Employment
  
  Insolvency
  
  Commercial Property
  
  Residential Property
  
  Family
  
  Wills, Trusts and Probate
  
  Court of Protection

What we're looking for:

• Education: Law degree (at least a 2:1 standard) or law conversion course.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills, excellent written and verbal communication, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Tech savvy: Proficiency with IT/legal tools and platforms, including AI.
• Personality: Proactive, adaptable mindset with a passion for learning and a commitment to outstanding client service.
• Proactive: Ability to work autonomously at pace.
• Excellent time management: Capable of multi tasking, prioritising and adapting to changing demands.
• Ability to maintain absolute discretion and a high level of confidentiality.
• Reliable, dependable and agile.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high quality support to fee earners and clients.
• Undertake a wide variety of work under supervision, but not as a designated matter handler.
• Draft legal documents, including contracts, briefs, court documents and correspondence.
• Assist with legal research and analysis to support ongoing cases.
• Attend client meetings and court hearings, interacting with clients, barristers, opponents and experts.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure comprehensive case management.
• Contribute to business development activities: attending external events, client engagement initiatives, blogging and growing professional social media presence.
• Develop and advise on relevant options, strategies and solutions.
• Demonstrate an adequate understanding of the commercial, organisational and financial context within the department.
• Attain a level of competence to SRA and Practical Skills standards, working towards qualification as a solicitor.

Perks and Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave + a Wellbeing Day + 8 bank holidays + additional days for 3 , 5 & 10 year anniversaries.
• Career progress support and opportunities for growth within the firm.
• Life & Income Protection Insurance.
• Wellbeing support package: 24 hour virtual GP service, virtual GP appointments, Employee Assistance Programme, mental health support (CBT or counselling sessions), nutritional support, physiotherapy consultations and lifestyle coaching.
• Up to 4% matched pension contributions.
• Regular on site and off site socials and events for a sociable community.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme and Tech discount scheme.
• Health cash plan covering routine healthcare treatments (eye care, dental, physiotherapy).
• 1000+ discounted gym partnerships.
• Strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging - all amazing people are welcome.
• Referral bonus: up to £2,000 (less tax & NI) for each referred candidate who passes probation.
• Benefits portal enabling purchase of additional benefits via salary sacrifice (e.g., buy/sell annual leave, season ticket loans, travel insurance).
• Enhanced maternity and paternity entitlements.

How to apply: Complete our online application, attaching a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and interest in a legal career with Slater Heelis.