Traineeship Glasgow

About your new role Please note, this role is for a September 2028 start. Applications will close at midday on 14 January 2027. We are unable to accept applications after this date. This opportunity is specifically for candidates who wish to qualify into and practise Scottish law in our Glasgow office. If you are looking to qualify in England and Wales through the SQE or LPC route, you can find further information about our other trainee solicitor opportunities here: Trainee Solicitor in

• Weightmans During our 24-month training programme, you will complete up to four six-month seats across different areas of the business. This will give you a broad range of practical experience and support you in achieving the PEAT 2 outcomes required as part of your route to qualification as a solicitor in Scotland.

About You

Prior to starting your traineeship, all successful candidates are required to complete the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice . If you are offered a trainee role with a 2028 start date and have not yet enrolled on or commenced the Diploma, we will fund some of the cost of your postgraduate tuition at the university of your choice.

Our trainee solicitors will develop the competencies listed below as they progress through the programme. These competencies are also used to help shape our early careers recruitment processes; we assess for potential in these areas, but we do not expect experience.

• Reasons and problem solves effectively with complex data and information
• Ability to learn things efficiently
• Plans, organises, prioritises and manages resources and time
• IT literate
• Has a strong commercial focus
• Emotionally resilient and mature
• Customer-centric — both internal and external
• Flexible and adaptable
• Demonstrates integrity
• Is achievement-driven and shows initiative
• Takes responsibility with a 'can do' attitude
• Committed to continuous improvement
• Attends to the detail and is quality minded
• Self‐aware — knows own strengths and weaknesses
• Demonstrates effective communication both verbally and in writing
• Assertive and socially confident
• Influential and persuasive
• Team player and team builder who networks effectively
• Diplomatic, tactful and empathetic
• Interpersonally skilled - reads people and situations, and then adapts accordingly
• Aware of and propagates a positive and professional image and persona Why work for us Come and join our award-winning organisation and be part of a team where people truly matter. Weightmans is a Leading national law firm, with strong international capabilities. Weightmans has been recognised as a leading employer for the 19th consecutive year at Britain’s Top Employers awards , and ranking top 10 in the list, the firm has also secured top positions in Chambers UK. Why work for us? Take a look: Work for Weightmans: voted a top employer | Weightmans This link contains information regarding Culture, Benefits, D&I, Recruitment Agency PSL/Non PSL and Eligibility to work in the UK information. Work for a firm where people matter – work for Weightmans We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to reach their full potential. Our people-first culture is at the heart of everything we do, making Weightmans a place where you can develop your career and thrive . Curious about what is it like to work at our firm? Visit our Life at Weightmans page for insights into our employee initiatives, responsible business commitments and much more!