At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our in-house legal team and continue your legal training.
- Company: City of Doncaster Council, dedicated to improving residents' lives.
- Benefits: Competitive leave, generous pension, wellbeing support, and staff discounts.
- Other info: Exciting opportunities for development and training in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while developing your legal career.
- Qualifications: Must have completed Legal Practice Course and hold a qualifying Law Degree.
The predicted salary is between 26000 - 32000 £ per year.
The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the life of its residents at the centre of everything we do. You have an opportunity to be part of this in the role of Trainee Solicitor. We are seeking a Trainee Solicitor who will join our busy in‑house team to continue their legal training.
Applicants must have completed their Legal Practice Course within the past 4 years and have a qualifying Law Degree (although we recognise that there are other qualification routes, unfortunately we are not seeking SQE qualified students).
In return for your contribution, we offer:
- Competitive leave entitlement
- Generous local government pension scheme
- Wellbeing support and staff networks
- Development and training opportunities
- Staff discounts and benefits schemes
More information on benefits can be found in the attached benefits booklet. Please review the job summary and profile and demonstrate in your application how you meet the required criteria. Shortlisting will take place week commencing 13th July 2026 and interviews are anticipated on 3rd August 2026.
For further information please contact Neil Concannon by email at neil.concannon@doncaster.gov.uk or Scott Fawcus on (01302) 734640 or by email at scott.fawcus@doncaster.gov.uk.
Contact Details:
Kirklees Metropolitan Council Recruitment Team
