[Hiring] Training Contract within Legal Services for Individuals @IM LLP

Role Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join Irwin Mitchell as a Trainee Solicitor, where you'll gain hands-on experience across a variety of legal areas and work alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about delivering excellent client service. You'll be supported throughout your training contract with structured development, mentoring, and exposure to high-quality work that will help you build a strong foundation for your legal career.

• Put clients at the heart of everything you do.
• Bring energy, determination, and a thoughtful approach to your work.
• Adapt well to new situations and build strong relationships.
• Take pride in your work and understand the wider commercial context.
• Balance excellent client outcomes with the needs of a successful business.
• Be flexible and willing to complete a seat in another Irwin Mitchell office.

Qualifications

• Curiosity about how legal services support clients.
• Ability to learn on the job and develop lifelong skills.

Requirements

• Complete the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) if not already completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC).
• Must successfully complete both SQE1 and SQE2 before starting the training contract.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and the opportunity to buy additional leave.
• Health and wellbeing support, including Westfield Health and Digital GP access.
• Two paid volunteering days every year to support causes that matter to you.
• Access to a range of colleague discounts and lifestyle benefits.
• Access to training and development resources during your training contract and beyond.
• Wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health.

Company Description

Irwin Mitchell is one of the UK's leading national law firms, committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where colleagues can flourish. The firm has established a number of inclusion network groups and is dedicated to social responsibility, community investment, and tackling climate change.

• Recognized in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work guide in 2026.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Responsible business programmes fundamental to the firm's purpose.