Laytons ETL
Trainee Solicitor
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2027 & 2028 Training Contract
Type: Full-time | Level: Trainee Solicitor
About the Role
We recruit trainees who we believe will be part of our long-term future. We are looking for potential partners, not merely trainees. Our training programme provides comprehensive support and development to enable trainees to build a strong legal career within a collaborative environment. There are also opportunities to become involved in business development activities and attend networking events to broaden your experience.
Why Laytons?
Laytons is a commercial law firm providing advice to UK and international clients. We are big enough to attract quality clients but small enough to offer a personalised training programme where you will be ‘hands-on’ from day one.
Our clients are a diverse mix, from high-net-worth individuals to corporate household names. Many of our matters are multi-jurisdictional in nature and provide the opportunity to work with lawyers and other professional advisors from around the world. You will not be kept hidden away – our trainees are an integral part of our team, and you will be involved in client-facing work from the start.
As Laytons are part of the ETL Global network, opportunities may arise for trainee secondments within the legal ETL network.
Training Programme
Your training at Laytons will be focused to ensure you acquire the skills required to become a well-rounded solicitor at the end of your training. Over the two-year training contract, you will undertake four six-month seats in different departments, working alongside lawyers who are experts in their field. You may also have the opportunity to undertake a secondment with a client or another law firm within the ETL network.
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At the start, you will have a trainee induction so you know what to expect and can make a solid first step into your legal career with us. You will have a dedicated supervisor for every seat and will receive regular informal and formal reviews. There is also a partner with overall responsibility for trainees, whose metaphorical door is always open. We strive to create an environment where our trainees feel supported and driven to succeed.
Who we are looking for
It goes without saying that you should be hard-working, dedicated to a career in law, and a good team player. Good academics are important, but if there is a reason why you feel your results do not reflect your ability, please tell us.
Eligibility requirements
LPC Route
A minimum of a 2:1 in an undergraduate qualifying law degree, or
A minimum of a 2:1 undergraduate degree in a non-law subject (or overseas equivalent in any subject) and a minimum of a pass in a GDL/PGDL/CPE (law conversion course) that cover the foundations of legal knowledge
Successful completion of LPC prior to commencing training contract.
SQE Route
A minimum of a 2:1 in an undergraduate qualifying law degree, or
A minimum of a 2:1 undergraduate degree in a non-law subject (or overseas equivalent in any subject) and a minimum of a pass in a GDL/PGDL/CPE (law conversion course) that cover the foundations of legal knowledge.
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We welcome applications from those for whom law is a second career and, due to the international nature of a lot of our work, applications from those with additional languages are encouraged.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your application online by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button below or visit:
https://laytonsetl.livevacancies.co.uk/#/applicant/6?source=LinkedIn
Pre-Employment Screening
All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening checks which are conducted by a third-party screening provider. Checks include (but not limited to) DBS check, employment references, qualifications, and credit check.
Equal Opportunity
Laytons ETL is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes to the success of our firm and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be made upon request for candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
For more details on our recruitment process, please visit our careers page: https://careers.laytons.com/training-contracts/
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