Trainee solicitors

We’re excited to announce that we are opening up our Trainee Solicitor assessment process for 2026 applicants.

Have you got what it takes to train to be a solicitor at Rothera Bray? Are you looking to work towards becoming an integral part of a progressive firm providing excellent client service and becoming a future expert in your chosen field?

At Rothera Bray we understand that our people are the key to the success of our business so we’re looking for commercially aware, energetic and passionate individuals to train as solicitors with us.

 

Train to be a solicitor

Ideally you will:

  • have a minimum 2.1 degree in Law (or Law conversion) and be studying or have completed the LPC or alternatively passed SQE1 and studying for or have passed SQE2
  • possess exceptional communication skills
  • be friendly and approachable
  • be extremely well organised and demonstrate initiative
  • be a team-player
  • have strong IT skills
  • be self-motivated and keen to learn
  • be able to think creatively to find solutions

Please note that we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship at present.

 

Your training and development at Rothera Bray

In return for your drive and hard work, we’ll support your ideas, learning and progression at all stages of your career.

  • You’ll be fully supported by designated mentors during your 2 year period of training and given feedback on your performance through regular development reviews
  • You’ll have the opportunity to have training seats in a wide variety of specialist departments
  • We’ll encourage you to maximise your potential and develop new skills and give you the opportunity to explore your ideas
  • You’ll receive hands on practical experience working closely with Partners, Fee earners and Paralegals in our offices across Nottingham, Derby and Leicestershire
  • You’ll also be encouraged to get involved with business development opportunities

 

What can we offer you?

  •  Competitive salary and bonus scheme
  • Flexible working (including home working where possible)
  • Generous holiday entitlement plus Christmas close down
  • Company pension scheme
  • Death in service benefit
  • Healthcare scheme (employer funded)
  • Travel season ticket loans
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee recognition schemes

 

How to apply

Please submit a CV and covering letter that demonstrates that you have researched what it takes to be a successful trainee solicitor at Rothera Bray.

  • Tell us why you have chosen a career in the law and why Rothera Bray is the right firm for you.
  • What has been the biggest challenge you have faced in your career so far? How did you overcome this?
  • Why should we choose you?

Please submit your CV and covering letter to recruitment@rotherabray.co.uk  by 4 September 2026.

Our Trainee Assessment Day will take place on Tuesday 6 October 2026.  Training Contracts to commence in 2026 and 2027.