Solicitors Vacancies
Investing in you. Start and develop your career in law with a firm that is truly committed to the next generation of solicitors.
HK Law is a leading law firm based on the South Coast, providing legal services to clients locally, nationally and beyond. We offer a working environment that encourages innovation, development, and longevity and have over 180 staff and partners working out of a network of offices across the region.
At HK Law, we offer a dynamic environment where solicitors can thrive. Expect meaningful work, collaboration, and support to excel in your career. Manage your caseload with autonomy, meet performance targets, and enjoy strong client relationships. Join us to uphold high professional standards, advance your skills, and discover exciting career growth opportunities.
Committed to career progression
At HK Law, we are committed to helping our staff progress and achieve their career goals. To support your journey, we look for individuals who are:
- Competent and an expert in their field.
- Able to handle complex matters with skill and confidence.
- A positive influence within the Firm.
- Known professionals with a strong reputation built on integrity and conduct.
- Consistently delivering exceptional service to clients.
- Dedicated to excellence, accuracy, and efficiency in all aspects of work.
We believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for growth at every stage of your career.
Join an employer of choice
The opportunity to gain practical experience and be supported through your studies is only part of what HK Law has to offer. A culture of teamwork, support, and client focus, is at the heart of how we work and how we define ourselves. It’s also central to how we fulfil our aim of being an employer of choice.
“We have a unique and transparent career pathway through to Partnership to those promising lawyers.”
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Areas of law we specialise in:
Your career pathway
At HK Law, we value our employees and to demonstrate this, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. You’ll also be working in a friendly environment where you will be recognised and rewarded for your individual contribution.
Stage 1
Application & interview
We’ll assess which is the best route for you based on your qualifications and experience
Stage 2
Start your Training Contract/ Qualifying Work Experience (SQE route)
We typically offer start dates in April and October
Stage 3
Placements & Study
You will undertake four work placements, lasting six months each
Stage 4
Qualification
Once qualified as a Solicitor, there is the opportunity to move into a permanent role with HK Law.
Our success stories
At HK Law, we value our employees and to demonstrate this, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. You’ll also be working in a friendly environment where you will be recognised and rewarded for your individual contribution.
Emma Webster
Land Law Partner
I enjoy assisting with supervision and training to help further the careers of the next generation. We have some very special people at HK, who make it a great place to work and study and I would encourage anyone with an interest in a career in the law to apply for a position at HK.
Liam Voysey
Solicitor, Commercial Dept.
In 2017 I started the one-year Legal Practice Course at Bournemouth University. During this course I applied for a training contract here at HK Law. My training contract started in April 2019, and I qualified as a Solicitor into our commercial department in April 2021, where I have worked ever since
Marnie Thomas
Solicitor, Company Commercial
As part of my training contract, I undertook four separate seats, including in the Company Commercial department. I was able to add value to the firm and encouraged to reach my potential, giving me both job satisfaction and progression. HK Law exceeded all of my expectations.
Charlie Bennett
Trainee Solicitor
I joined HK Law in 2021 as a Paralegal in the Land department and started my training contract in family law the following year. I chose HK Law because they are a friendly firm who have been supportive of my ambitions, welcoming me back over the years to gain more experience.