Trainee Solicitor - 2029




Application Deadline: 31 January 2027




Department: Early Talent




Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract




Location: Nationwide




Description




Your Future Starts Here



Applications for DAC Beachcroft's 2029 Training Contract are open from 1 November 2026 to 31 January 2027.




Why join us?




Real experience - Rotate through four practice areas over two years, spending six months in each team




Future-ready skills - Develop as a well-rounded lawyer, building skills that go beyond technical legal knowledge




Hands-on learning - Develop your skills through workshops, e-learning, on-the-job training and practical experience




Collaborative culture - Work in an inclusive, collaborative and impactful culture where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive




Network & grow - Meet colleagues from across the firm, build new connections and learn from different experiences and perspectives




Key Responsibilities




What you'll do:



You will gain experience in practice areas such as:

• Clinical Risk


• Corporate Finance


• Commercial Disputes


• Employment, Pensions & Immigration


• Real Estate


• Healthcare Regulatory


• Professional Indemnity


• Professional Negligence


• Property Casualty

You will work with a dedicated supervisor in each seat and have regular check-ins to set goals and track progress.




Where You'll Be

• Offices: London, Bristol, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle


• Select your preferred location when applying

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise



Who we are looking for:




Inclusive: We look for people who value different perspectives, are open to new ideas and help create an environment where everyone feels valued and able to contribute




Collaborative: We look for people who enjoy working with others, build strong relationships and are curious to learn and develop skills beyond legal knowledge, including commercial awareness, project management, data and technology, and client relationship building




Impactful: We look for people who are proactive in their development, take ownership and want to make a meaningful contribution to our clients, colleagues and our business



Your route to qualification:




Yet to complete the SQE? Funding opportunities are available




Already completed the SQE? You can still apply for our Training Contract




Coming from a non-law background? You will need to complete the PGDL in September 2027 before beginning your SQE preparation




Already completed the LPC? You are welcome to apply, and will need to complete SQE2




Minimum requirements

• A 2:1 degree (achieved, predicted or equivalent) in any subject - law or non-law


• Minimum BBB at A-Level (or equivalent)

Application Process

• Apply online → video interview → critical thinking test → written question


• Progression to each stage is subject to successfully passing the previous stage


• Final stage: in-person assessment day at your chosen office


• Assessment days: spring 2027


• Applications will be reviewed at regular intervals throughout the campaign


• Invites to assessment days will be sent after the deadline

If you have any questions, please contact
earlytalent@dacbeachcroft.com