Job Description

rradar is a legal enterprise dedicated to helping businesses navigate business risk. We provide clients with the knowledge and tools they need to avoid and overcome risks, so they can take their businesses wherever they want to go. By joining us, you'll be part of a dynamic company where challenge and excitement drive our culture.

Based in either our Hull or Leeds office, our

Trainee Solicitor Programme

is central to our mission of nurturing talent. We are committed to mentoring the next generation of lawyers to deliver high-quality service to our clients while adapting to new challenges.

What we offer:

We are excited to open our

Trainee Solicitor

application process for a two-year training contract beginning

September 2026

. This is your chance to apply your academic learning through practical experience and training, preparing you for a successful legal career.

During your programme, you'll gain experience with a diverse client base, from small businesses to multinational corporations, and have exposure to complex cases. You will rotate through four six-month seats across our Leeds and Hull offices, covering areas such as Employment, Commercial Disputes, Business Crime & Regulatory, IP, Corporate, Legal Advice Service and Cyber & Data Law.

You will work on diverse legal matters across areas such as business crime, commercial disputes, and employment, while learning from expert mentors and benefiting from continuous development. This role offers the opportunity to gain rewarding, real-world legal experience.

Entry Requirements:

We are looking for candidates who are hardworking, motivated, and adaptable. Strong communication skills, initiative, and the ability to manage a varied workload are essential.

You must have:

Passed, or be due to pass, the LPC or both SQE1 and SQE2 before the start date. Achieved a 2:1 degree in Law (or a 2:1 in another subject with PGDL). Experience in a legal work environment.

How to Apply:

Submit your CV and a creative supporting statement (max 300 words) explaining:

Why you would like to work as a Trainee Solicitor for rradar? What are your key strengths, and how do they align with what we are looking for? How do you embody the values upheld by rradar?
Please review the life at rradar attachment for further insight.

Application Deadline:

1st February 2026

(Please note that we reserve the right to close the application window early if we receive a high volume of applications).

Interview Process and Dates:

We want to ensure you have every opportunity to express your talents and demonstrate how you would make a meaningful contribution as a Trainee Solicitor at rradar. Our assessment process will involve several stages, including:

Video submission. Watson Glaser test. Virtual written task.
Successful candidates will then be invited to attend our Assessment Centre at our Leeds office during the week commencing 20th April 2026.

What we offer:

At rradar, we believe our people thrive when they feel supported, connected, and empowered. That's why we've built a culture of collaboration and cross-team learning that fuels innovation and helps us deliver outstanding services to our clients.

We operate an agile working model, giving you the flexibility to split your time between home and the office in a way that works best for you.

Alongside this, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and reward your contribution -- including private pension, medical insurance, generous holiday allowance, and more.

You can explore the full range of benefits in our Life at rradar guide and on our website: https://www.rradar.com/about

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay
Application question(s):

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Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kingston upon Hull HU3 4AE