Trainee solicitors faqs

Trainee Solicitor recruitment 2026

Q. Can I apply for both an Undergraduate Summer Placement and the Trainee vacancy?

Yes, you can apply for both using the same form. Please ensure that you indicate at the top of the first page which you are applying for.

Q. How many positions does Furley Page have?

Furley Page usually recruits two Trainees each year. More than two Trainee Solicitors are sometimes considered.

Q. If I am successful, what will be my starting salary?

Furley Page offers a competitive salary to our trainees.

Q. When do I need to submit my application?

If you are applying only for the Trainee vacancy, the closing date is: Friday 27 June 2025

Q. When will I be interviewed and by whom?

Furley Page operates a two stage interview process. Your first interview will be undertaken by an Associate and the Senior HR Manager and will take place on Tuesday 15 July 2025. You may also be asked to undertake some practical tests.

If you are invited to undertake a second interview, which will also incorporate a short presentation, this will be undertaken by the Training Principal, a Partner and a Senior Associate, together with the Senior HR Manager, and will take place during on Tuesday 29 July 2025.

Q. If I apply only for the Trainee role, will I be at a disadvantage if I have not undertaken a work placement scheme with you?

No.  All candidates for the Trainee role will be measured against our criteria for the role.  Previous work experience with a law firm is, however, desirable.

Q. Does Furley Page offer any financial assistance with my postgraduate studies?

Furley Page will pay 100% of the SQE course, the SRA candidate fee and one attempt at SQE1 and SQE2.

We no longer will offer any funding towards the LPC. No funding is available for those undertaking either the GDL or PGDL.

Q. Does Furley Page recommend any specific electives for me to undertake whilst continuing with my studies?

Furley Page suggests that you chose electives which interest you.

Q. I’ve got mitigating circumstances. How can I make you aware of this?

Please provide this information either within your covering letter or in a separate note, providing as much information as possible.

Q. Are you only looking for academic success?

At Furley Page we value both academic success and previous commercial and client focused experience regardless of whether this has been gained within a legal practice or within non-legal employment.

Q. Do you have any advice about the application and interview processes?

We expect our application form and covering letter to be completed to a high professional standard.  For  tips about applying to be a trainee solicitor and life as a trainee solicitor, see blogs written by our trainee solicitors.

Also make use of expert resources at Prospects on how to draft CVs and covering letters and interview tips.

Q. Do any of your trainee solicitors stay with Furley Page after qualifying?

Yes. Many of our previous trainees choose to stay with Furley Page and have a successful career achieving Associate and Partner level. Some go on to head up entire legal departments. See for yourself by reviewing the profiles of our previous trainee solicitors by clicking on their names:

• Tony Chester
• Melanie Christodoulou
• George Crofton-Martin
• Heather Dunlop
• Rosie Eastwood
• Lauren Greenham
• Naomi Hayward
• Anna Joiner
• Will King
• Luke Page
• Neille Ryan
• Tom Swann
• Catherine Peckham
• James Campbell