Legal Trainee 2027 (SQE Route)

About the role

Bedell Cristin's Trainee Scheme offers graduates the chance to learn from respected legal professionals in the Channel Islands and work towards becoming an England & Wales qualified lawyer via the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) route. It is a two-year paid programme that introduces trainees to legal practice through rotation across core legal departments and key support teams.

What you will do

• Rotate through core legal departments and gain exposure to key support teams
• Receive structured training, supervision and support for both studies and practical experience
• Take part in a dedicated SQE preparation course and use paid time off to prepare for and sit the SQE examinations
• Complete qualifying work experience within a collaborative, supportive environment

Required profile

• Locally qualified resident
• Holds, or is on track to achieve, a 2:1 degree or above
• Genuine passion for law, strong academic ability, and the drive, initiative and communication skills needed to succeed

Application process

• Upload a CV and a personal summary by 12 February 2027
• The CV should include academic qualifications and grades, institutions attended and relevant work experience
• The personal summary should explain why you want to become a lawyer, why you want to train with Bedell Cristin, and the qualities you would bring to the firm
• CVs must be in PDF or Word format

Successful completion of the programme opens the way to consideration for a permanent role with the firm.