Traineeship

Organisation
Watermans
Reference
VAC-25183
Contract Type
Traineeship
Practice Area
Dispute Resolution
Location
Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dundee
Salary
Competitive
Watermans are in the search for a Trainee - Apply now!

Job Description

Who are you?

Applicants for our 2025 Legal Traineeships must share our drive to succeed both personally and professionally. We value individuality and a desire to work in a forward-thinking environment – which is why we welcome applications through traditional (and not so traditional!) means.

Send us your CV, get creative with Google Slides or send us a video application – we want to get to know you, so showcase your personality!

 

Who are we?

Watermans are a modern law firm and estate agency. We aren’t 100 years old, so the way we work isn’t either. We are all about making processes straightforward for our clients – and that extends to our team, too!

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive place to work. Our team describes the values underpinning our company spirit as friendly, understanding, fair, professional and aspirational.

We speak like normal humans – no unnecessary legal jargon here. We strive to be the best and want to hear your ideas on how we can do that.

 

About the traineeship

In 2025, we are offering Legal Traineeships in our Dispute Resolution team. Your Legal Traineeship with Watermans will be office-based for the first year. We offer hybrid working in the second year of your traineeship across our offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dundee, and remotely from your own home.

As a trainee with Watermans, not only will you receive training from your direct supervisor – you will also have a network of fellow trainees and colleagues to help to guide you through the process. Your colleagues at Watermans will be from a diverse range of backgrounds, which enhances how we think, work, and resolve in our industry.

We don’t throw people in at the deep end – instead we focus on building capability and confidence over time. And, we don’t measure billable hours – so no need to continuously bank your work.

In addition to your on-the-job training and Continuing Professional Development, you can expect to take part in our enhanced training programme. This programme is tailored to develop your professional skills for the world of work, as well as being an opportunity to build your confidence through scenario-based skills practice.

 

What does the recruitment process look like?

Applications for our Legal Traineeships are now open. Don’t forget, you can apply in a way that showcases you and your personality, so send us your CV, a presentation, a video application – whatever way suits you.

The next stage in the selection process involves first and second stage interviews, which will take place in March and April 2025.

Offers will be confirmed following these interviews. So, if you’re a successful candidate – we’ll see you in the summer of 2025 for the start of your Traineeship!

 

Are you interested in applying?

Applications for our legal traineeships open on the 6th of January 2025 until the 31st of January 2025 and should be submitted to HR@watermans.co.uk

As mentioned above, you can be as creative as you like with your applications – we welcome CVs, presentations and video applications.

We want to hear about you, so choose a way that suits you and your personality best!

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