Innovative Culture: Our offices and people reflect who we are — a vibrant, forward-thinking firm that values fresh ideas, creativity, and diversity of thought.
Varied Legal Experience: As a full-service law firm with over 12 offices across the UK, we offer exposure to a wide range of practice areas. You’ll gain a strong foundation and the freedom to explore different areas of law to find your passion.
Tailored Development: Our dedicated Early Ambitions team delivers a structured, bespoke programme of training and development opportunities designed to help you grow with confidence and pace.
Mentorship & Support: You’ll learn directly from experienced solicitors and leaders who are committed to helping you realise your full potential and achieve your career goals.
A Clear Path to Qualification: We’ll support you every step of the way — providing the experience, guidance, and encouragement you need to qualify and thrive as a solicitor.
Requirements
A qualifying law degree (or equivalent) or completion of the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)
Our Culture Code prioritises those who are Authentic, Brave, Trusted, Collaborative and we want to see evidence of that in your application
Strong analytical and communication skills
A collaborative mindset and ability to work in a team
Commitment to personal and professional development
Benefits
We embrace agile working and offer a blended approach to where and how we work.****We appreciate that people have different needs and preferences and we’re keen to be flexible, after all, we value what you do, not where you do it.****We have hubs in Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Leicester, London, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Solihull, Southampton, Stratford-upon-Avon, Lincoln and Sheffield.****Want to find out more about our amazing benefits? ******Additional information:****Due to the nature of the work undertaken, confirmation of employment will be subject to a variety of checks which will be carried out once an offer of employment is accepted. Details of the checks can be found here.******Equal opportunities****Shakespeare Martineau is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. We value and respect individuality and encourage a culture within our business where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and experiences. Everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, regardless of their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
law degreeGraduate Diploma in Law
Soft skills
analytical skillscommunication skillscollaborative mindsetteamworkcommitment to personal developmentcommitment to professional developmentauthenticitybraverytrustcollaboration