"Trainee Solicitor"

We are looking for a trainee solicitor to join the University of Edinburgh’s Legal Services team, to develop, over a period of two years, the skills and experience necessary to become a Qualified Solicitor, while supporting legal research and the provision of legal advice and guidance by qualified solicitors within the Legal Services team (including the University’s General Counsel and Director of Legal Services) in respect of a diverse range of legal issues.

This is an exciting opportunity to join this in-house legal team to complete a 2-year fixed term training contract, commencing in the Autumn of 2025. As a key member of the legal team you will provide support to solicitors advising the institution on a broad range of legal issues.

Although a significant focus of the role will be commercial and contractual matters. There will be opportunities to provide legal support to the University on a diverse range of other issues, including dispute resolution, strategic protects, real estate, regulatory matters, student matters, research support and consultancy, and technology transfer.

Please note that in order to be eligible to work as a trainee solicitor, you must have a valid Diploma in Professional Legal Practice from an accredited provider in Scotland.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week).

Your skills and attributes for success:

• Ability to take a pragmatic approach to helping to solve legal and practical problems.
• Ability to communicate clearly, including by explaining questions, clarifying requirements and responding to enquiries.
• Strong analytical skills, with ability to use own initiative to assess problems and identify potential solutions.
• An approachable working style.
• Ability to prioritise and manage work load effectively