Trainee Solicitor(s)

Trainee Solicitor(s)

Posted 3 days ago by Capital Law Ltd

Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

Summary: The Trainee Solicitor position at Capital Law offers a comprehensive two-year training contract designed for final-year students and LPC or SQE graduates. Trainees will rotate through four six-month seats across various practice areas, gaining hands-on experience and support from mentors. The firm emphasizes diversity and inclusivity while providing first-class training and development opportunities. Successful candidates must be living within commuting distance of the Cardiff office by the start of the contract.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Participate in a tailored Trainee Induction Programme.
  • Rotate through four six-month seats across different practice areas.
  • Work on complex cases and projects with support from mentors and supervisors.
  • Engage in workshops, group activities, presentations, and networking events.
  • Develop key skills through tailored training sessions.

Key Skills:

  • Final-year students or LPC graduates.
  • Candidates on the SQE route.
  • Must have passed the LPC or SQE1 before the start of the training contract.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Cardiff

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Entry Level

Industry: Legal

Detailed Description From Employer:

Training Contract 2 Years (2027 Intake) – Full time (Mon-Fri, 9:00-17.30) Is this the start of your Capital Law journey? At Capital Law, we offer all the legal services a trading organisation needs, working nationally and internationally. We partner with businesses of all sizes – from ambitious start-ups to global corporations – across the private, public, and third sectors. Our firm is built on the strength of our people. We’re a team of leading lawyers and consultants who work closely with clients to provide the best possible support. Our mission is simple: to help others succeed.

Your Training Contract with Capital Law We’re looking for exceptional candidates to join our team. As a trainee solicitor, you’ll receive first-class training and development in a supportive environment that’s committed to helping you grow. We’re passionate about attracting the best talent and actively promote diversity and inclusivity across our firm. Our comprehensive two-year training contract is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and commercial awareness necessary to excel as a solicitor. Your journey begins with our tailored Trainee Induction Programme, designed to maximise your potential and set you up for success.

What can you expect? During your training contract, you’ll rotate through four six-month seats across different practice areas, giving you a well-rounded experience and the opportunity to discover where your passion lies. You’ll gain hands-on experience working on complex cases and projects, supported by a dedicated mentor and supervisor in each seat. Your rotations may include areas such as:

  • Commercial Disputes
  • Corporate & Debt
  • Commercial & Regulatory
  • Real Estate
  • Employment & Immigration

While we try to accommodate your preferences, seat allocation is determined by business needs and availability. Alongside your day-to-day work, you’ll participate in workshops, group activities, presentations, and networking events, helping you build strong relationships across the firm. You’ll also develop key skills through tailored training sessions and engage with colleagues at all levels.

Who can apply? We welcome applications from: Final-year students LPC graduates Candidates on the SQE route If you’re applying via the LPC or SQE route, you must have passed the LPC or SQE1 before the start of your training contract. If you’re looking for a training contract that offers diverse experiences and values your ideas, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. If successful, you’ll need to be living within a commutable distance of our Cardiff office (CF10 4AZ) by the time your training contract begins. Please note that our recruitment team is currently reviewing applications. Due to the high volume we receive, it may be that you don’t hear back until after the closing date. Our assessment centre is provisionally scheduled for 10th and 11th March 2026 , though these dates may be subject to change. The deadline for applications is midnight on 1st December 2025 . Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.