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Position Overview & Specifications
Solicitors – Retraining Scheme
Looking for a new challenge or just feel it’s time for a change? You may feel it’s too late to change your specialism, but think again! Lawstop, a dynamic law firm with offices nationwide, have an exciting opportunity for a number of talented lawyers looking to retrain to join our team. We can offer flexible positions in Housing, Community Care, Public and Education law. Solicitors will receive extensive training and support from our team.
The retraining programme is open to solicitors from all fields who are passionate about social justice. At Lawstop, we are dedicated advocates for individuals and their families with housing, social care, health and educational needs. Some recent exciting challenges include R(Ncube) v Brighton and Hove City Council (2021) EWHC 578 (Admin), Uduezue v Bexley LBC (2023) EWCA Civ 322, and R (Cort) v. London Borough of Lambeth [2022] EWHC 1085 (Admin). We hold legal aid contracts around the country, but also undertake private work.
This role will suit an experienced and self-motivated individual with excellent communication and drafting skills. You will be highly organised, resilient and work well under pressure. Patience and tact are necessary as you will be assisting vulnerable people whose welfare is our priority.
If you are looking for an incredibly rewarding and interesting career change, please provide your CV and covering letter to Mary Bennett at
maryb@lawstop.co.uk. We offer flexible working packages and a negotiable salary.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary: From £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Remote: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: Remote
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Solicitors – Retraining Scheme roles across Lawstop's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £30,000 - £30,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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