We are looking for a vibrant and engaged Law Graduate to join WSP Solicitors as a Trainee Solicitor (LPC/ SQE route).
WSP Solicitors is a firm of trusted and approachable professionals dedicated to providing uncomplicated advice to our clients. We have been around for over 260 years! We’re committed to investing in our staff, offering competitive salaries, positive working conditions, and ongoing professional development opportunities. To find out more about WSP Solicitors and see if our values align with yours, you can view our WSP DNA here.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to undertake a combination of seats within the business, including a specialised longer seat. These will be Property Law (residential/commercial), Corporate/Commercial law, Wills/Probate Law and Family Law. You will receive regular coaching and reviews to help prepare you for your career as a Solicitor.
Throughout your training there will be plenty of opportunities for you to participate with the firm and the local community at social and networking events as well as the charity work, we undertake.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Carrying out work for both colleagues and clients to the highest possible standard, having regard to the Firm’s standards, procedures, and Core Values, and ensuring client satisfaction.
Attending meetings with clients
Drafting documents and producing research.
Involvement in Marketing and Business Development events and activities.
Communicating promptly and effectively both internally to colleagues and externally to clients.
Sustainably achieving financial objectives including time recording and billing.
Work compliantly to regulatory internal quality standards.
Completing legal tasks to progress matters as supervised by the Legal Practitioner
Financial tasks including drafting invoices and adding matter expenses
Maintaining your continuing professional development requirements and taking an active interest in furthering your knowledge within the field of law.
Conducting other reasonable tasks on request.
Your Experience
At least one year’s work experience in a customer‑facing role, preferably within legal services.
English & Maths GCSE (5 or higher), Qualifying Law Degree (2.2 or higher), LPC (pass or higher) or SQE 1 & 2.
Ability to communicate very well in writing using correct grammar and plain English. IT literate. Enthusiastic, willing to learn, and a strong team player who is supportive, confident approachable and genuine.
An attitude focused on providing clients the best outcomes based on our “client charter”.
Why Choose WSP
Become part of an exciting, growing business that truly puts clients first.
The opportunity to have a hybrid‑style, flexible working pattern, based between the office and home.
A competitive salary based on experience and the value you can bring to the firm.
The ability to develop yourself professionally through internal and external training. We will invest in you if you invest in us!
24 days of annual leave plus
WSP Solicitors is a firm of trusted and approachable professionals dedicated to providing uncomplicated advice to our clients. We have been around for over 260 years! We’re committed to investing in our staff, offering competitive salaries, positive working conditions, and ongoing professional development opportunities. To find out more about WSP Solicitors and see if our values align with yours, you can view our WSP DNA here.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to undertake a combination of seats within the business, including a specialised longer seat. These will be Property Law (residential/commercial), Corporate/Commercial law, Wills/Probate Law and Family Law. You will receive regular coaching and reviews to help prepare you for your career as a Solicitor.
Throughout your training there will be plenty of opportunities for you to participate with the firm and the local community at social and networking events as well as the charity work, we undertake.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Carrying out work for both colleagues and clients to the highest possible standard, having regard to the Firm’s standards, procedures, and Core Values, and ensuring client satisfaction.
Attending meetings with clients
Drafting documents and producing research.
Involvement in Marketing and Business Development events and activities.
Communicating promptly and effectively both internally to colleagues and externally to clients.
Sustainably achieving financial objectives including time recording and billing.
Work compliantly to regulatory internal quality standards.
Completing legal tasks to progress matters as supervised by the Legal Practitioner
Financial tasks including drafting invoices and adding matter expenses
Maintaining your continuing professional development requirements and taking an active interest in furthering your knowledge within the field of law.
Conducting other reasonable tasks on request.
Your Experience
At least one year’s work experience in a customer‑facing role, preferably within legal services.
English & Maths GCSE (5 or higher), Qualifying Law Degree (2.2 or higher), LPC (pass or higher) or SQE 1 & 2.
Ability to communicate very well in writing using correct grammar and plain English. IT literate. Enthusiastic, willing to learn, and a strong team player who is supportive, confident approachable and genuine.
An attitude focused on providing clients the best outcomes based on our “client charter”.
Why Choose WSP
Become part of an exciting, growing business that truly puts clients first.
The opportunity to have a hybrid‑style, flexible working pattern, based between the office and home.
A competitive salary based on experience and the value you can bring to the firm.
The ability to develop yourself professionally through internal and external training. We will invest in you if you invest in us!
24 days of annual leave plus
