At a Glance
- Tasks: Join us as a Trainee Solicitor and provide legal services for the City of Edinburgh Council.
- Company: Be part of a diverse and inclusive team at the City of Edinburgh Council.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working, and first-class training.
- Other info: We value diversity and encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
- Why this job: Kickstart your legal career with hands-on experience in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Must have an LLB and Diploma in Legal Practice by September 2026.
The predicted salary is between 30188 - 34452 £ per year.
This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the provision of legal services for the City of Edinburgh Council and associated bodies. We offer a varied and challenging Legal Traineeship where you will have the opportunity to develop skills in a range of specialist areas. You will benefit from first class training and support and enjoy working in a busy but supportive environment.
We welcome applications from potential trainees who have an LLB or equivalent and have obtained a Diploma in Legal Practice that will be valid for the start of your traineeship in around September 2026. We will not interview candidates who have applied and been interviewed for a traineeship in previous years. Successful candidates will be invited to interview in July 2026.
This position is subject to Standard Disclosure check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working.
Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to talk flexible working.
Trainee Solicitor - Waverley Court - 15386_1781866367 employer: CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
The City of Edinburgh Council is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic and supportive environment for Trainee Solicitors to thrive. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, employees benefit from first-class training, opportunities for professional growth, and a culture that values respect, integrity, and flexibility. Working in the heart of Edinburgh, you will be part of a team dedicated to providing essential legal services while enjoying a work-life balance with flexible working options.
