Trainee Solicitor Programme

The deadline for applications for 2026 is 8th September 2025

About us
Our Values
Our Team
Equality and diversity
Corporate responsibility
From Paralegal to Qualified Solicitor
Balancing Ambition and Parenthood

Why Choose Warners?

Warners is a top-tier regional law firm, recognised in Chambers, Legal 500, and other prestigious legal directories. We embrace modernity and innovation while honouring our rich heritage.

Early Career Opportunities

Today’s trainee solicitors are tomorrow’s partners. We are dedicated to nurturing talent, and our training programme reflects this commitment. We onboard two trainees each September, many of whom remain with the firm post-qualification, advancing to senior roles. Several of our current partners, including Mark Davis, Matthew Aves, Kevin Sullivan, and Fiona Taylor, began their careers as trainees here.

Application & Selection Process

We welcome applications from LPC and SQE candidates with a 2:1 degree or higher. For SQE candidates, we require that you have passed SQE1. We offer sponsorship for the SQE2 assessment fee, subject to confirmation by our Management Board.

Please complete and submit the application form.

The selection process includes:

  • Application Review: Assessment of your application form/CV.
  • Assessment Process: A competency-based interview with a Partner/s.  You may also be required to undertake a written assessment. Further details will be provided once you have been selected for an interview.

The deadline for applications for 2026 is 8th September 2025.

Download the application form here. Please email the completed form to [email protected]

Engaging Work Environment

We value a balanced work-life dynamic and encourage our trainees to participate in various firm activities such as:

  • Social Events: Including a summer party and Christmas lunch.
  • Inter-Firm Sports Matches: Such as rounders and quiz nights.
  • Junior Lawyer Events: Networking and development opportunities.
  • Pro Bono Law Clinics: Giving back to the community.

Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Pension Scheme
  • Medicash
  • Life assurance
  • Paid parking
  • Reduced gym membership

Who Should Apply?

We seek enthusiastic, friendly team players who enjoy challenges and are ready for early responsibility.

Ideal candidates will have:

  • Collaboration Skills
  • Growth Mindset
  • Resilience
  • Client Focus
  • Business & Commercial Mindset
  • Analytical & Problem-Solving Abilities

Contact Us

If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

Discover more about becoming a trainee at Warners Solicitors and start your journey towards a rewarding legal career with us.

Reasonable Adjustment

Warners is committed to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly and without discrimination. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process (including during the interview process), please let us know. Providing information regarding any adjustments you require will not affect your application in any way, and all information provided will be treated confidentially and held in accordance with our Privacy Notice.

Application Form

Download the application form

Where I wanted to build my career

‘I started my journey at Warners with just two weeks of work experience and quickly realised this was where I wanted to build my career. The support and guidance I received allowed me to progress seamlessly from a paralegal to a trainee solicitor.’

Trainee Solicitor

Hands-on experience

"During my traineeship, I rotated through various departments, gaining hands-on experience in areas like family law, private client work, and litigation. The structured training, along with regular reviews, greatly enhanced my practical skills and legal knowledge."

Trainee Solicitor

Supportive and collaborative environment

'Warners fosters a truly supportive and collaborative environment. Even amidst the challenges of the Covid pandemic, the innovative and adaptive strategies we used, like witnessing Wills through garden windows, exemplified our commitment to client service.'

Trainee Solicitor

Extremely rewarding

'Warners is not just about early responsibility; it's about growing into it with confidence. I was given significant responsibilities and my own caseloads, which were challenging but extremely rewarding. Anyone eager to dive deep into the legal profession would thrive here.'

Trainee Solicitor

Flexibility and supportive culture

'Being a new parent and continuing my professional growth at Warners has been incredibly rewarding. The firm's flexibility and supportive culture have made it possible to maintain a healthy work-life balance.'

Trainee Solicitor

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