At a Glance
- Tasks: Embark on a two-year training contract, gaining hands-on experience across diverse legal practice areas.
- Company: Join Farrer & Co, a forward-thinking law firm with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary starting at £48,500, plus support for SQE fees and living costs.
- Other info: Flexible working options available and excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Kickstart your legal career with comprehensive training and mentorship from industry leaders.
- Qualifications: Open to law and non-law students with strong A-Level grades and a high 2:1 degree.
The predicted salary is between 48500 - 48500 £ per year.
Training Contracts
A training contract at Farrer & Co is more than just a step towards qualification – it’s the foundation of a fulfilling legal career.
We offer a comprehensive and supportive programme that balances technical skill development with practical experience, all within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
Trainees at Farrer & Co gain exposure to a wide range of legal practice areas, working alongside some of the brightest minds in the profession.
Who can apply?
- We Welcome Applications From
- Law students in their penultimate or final year of study.
- Non-law students in their final year of study.
- Graduates from any academic discipline.
Our academic requirements are strong A-Level grades (or equivalent qualifications, excluding EPQ) and a high 2:1 degree, or predicted for those still studying.
However, we are open to considering mitigating circumstances for candidates whose academics fall below this.
The programme
Our two-year training contract is divided into six seats, each lasting four months.
- First five seats: Rotations through 5 of 15 different practice areas to provide broad legal exposure.
- Final seat: Focused in the practice area where trainees will qualify, ensuring a smooth transition to the associate role.
Trainees gain a solid grounding in commercial, contentious, private client, and property law, with additional emphasis on developing essential practical skills such as drafting, negotiation, interviewing, and advocacy.
Training also covers IT proficiency, legal research, and marketing expertise.
The Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE)
We now follow the SQE route for qualification. Key details
- You can still apply if you have already completed the GDL or LPC; however, those with the LPC will need to complete SQE 2.
- Farrer & Co will cover all SQE-related fees, including a maintenance grant to assist with living costs. Bursaries and loans are also available.
- A two-year period of qualifying work experience with the firm remains part of the training contract.
We will consider flexible working requests alongside the needs of the business.
- Salary
- Trainee Solicitor Salary: starting at £48,500 per annum (2025 intake).
- Newly Qualified Solicitor Salary: rising to £89,000 per annum upon qualification. Salaries are reviewed annually.
At Farrer & Co, we offer a structured and supportive environment for aspiring solicitors, providing both the knowledge and practical experience needed to excel in the legal profession.
Key details
Recruitment: every summer, we recruit eight trainees.
Selection process: approximately 40–50 shortlisted applicants complete a proofreading task. Successful candidates are invited to:
- A virtual first interview, which includes a short written exercise in the form of an attendance note.
- A second in-person interview, accompanied by a research task for discussion. Adjustments are available if needed.
Interview timing: interviews take place between June and the end of July.
- Key dates
- 1 November 2025: Applications open
- 27 March 2026: Application deadline (23.59)
- May 2026: Proofreading task
- June - end of July 2026: Interview stage
- September 2028: Start date
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