Careers in the Law

Welcome to Sills & Betteridge Careers!

Our people are our greatest strength

We are one of the leading firms of solicitors in Lincolnshire, Yorkshire, Nottingham and Northampton providing a full range of legal services to individuals and businesses. With offices in 15 locations we need a variety of different people with a wide range of skill sets and backgrounds to add value to our organisation and help us provide our award winning services to our valued clients. We fully embrace diverse characteristics, experiences and outlooks in the workplace and in the communities in which we practice.

The firm has a universal approach to recruitment and selection, learning and development, opportunities for promotion, pay and benefits, conditions of service, disciplinary and grievance and termination of employment.

You may be joining us as an aspiring or fully qualified solicitor, but if you are starting out as a school or college leaver, you will be pleased to hear that we have an excellent track record in providing alternative entry routes into the legal profession - Solicitor and Paralegal Apprenticeships, CILEx and other ‘earn while you learn’ programmes are fully endorsed by the firm and actively promoted and rolled out by our Training Partner, HR and Recruitment teams as a means of providing opportunities to those for who do not wish to pursue the university route. We also have structured development plans for our non-legal teams.

We have been recognised by various different organisations for our commitment to creating a great place to work - whether it’s our outstanding LEXCEL audits, our nominations for being an outstanding training contact provider by lawcareers.net, our award for promoting access to the legal profession by CILEx or our “One To Watch” standing with the Top 200 Companies, UK.

You will be working alongside some of the region’s best lawyers, who combine technical knowledge of the law with first class client service. The Legal 500 (The World’s Leading Legal Directory) ranks Sills & Betteridge as a Leading Firm and recognises many of our team in tiers one, two and three – our family team achieving the highest accolade of Top Tier status - with several members of the firm as Leading Individuals, Recommended Lawyers and Next Generation Partners. We are also very proud to be listed in The Lawyer UK200 law firms, placing the firm among the UK’s best performing law firms. But what really matters to us is what our clients think of the service we provide to them and welcome the feedback they regularly leave on our client satisfaction surveys and on online review platforms. We currently have over 2500 online client reviews and our overall rating has never fallen below 4.7 stars. It has been 4.8 for over 2 years.

You can read more about the benefits of working for Sills & Betteridge in the vacancy listings. We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Solicitor/ Legal Executive (Wills, Trusts & Probate)

Nottingham
  • 20 Dec 2023
  • Full time

We are seeking a dedicated Solicitor/ Legal Executive to join our highly valued Wills, Trusts & Probate Department in Nottingham on a full-time, permanent basis. You will be responsible for handling a diverse caseload involving all aspects of Wills, Probate, Powers of Attorney, Trusts, Court of Protection and Tax Law. This position is suited to a confident professional with first class interpersonal and motivational skills and the passion to help drive the Firm forwards.

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Child Lawyer

Nottingham
  • 20 Dec 2023
  • Full time

Sills & Betteridge Solicitors is known for its dedication to excellence in legal services. You will play a crucial role in representing our clients in a wide range of family issues, including children and domestic abuse cases. This position is suited to a confident professional with first class interpersonal and motivational skills and the passion to help drive the Firm forwards. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload with supervision and support when required.

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Legal Assistant - Family Department

Scunthorpe
  • 20 Dec 2023
  • Full time

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our professional and enthusiastic Family department from the Scunthorpe office, on a full-time, permanent basis. Applicants must have excellent typing and time management skills as this role will involve dealing with a high volume of audio typing alongside other daily tasks, such as speaking to clients in person and on the phone and completing and preparing standard file documentation, including Court forms. The role is fast paced and a high level of organisational skill and the ability to prioritise and work under pressure will be necessary. Experience of working in a Family law department is highly desirable.

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Legal Secretary - Family Department

Scunthorpe
  • 20 Dec 2023
  • Full time

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our professional and enthusiastic Family department from the Scunthorpe office, on a full-time, permanent basis. Applicants must have excellent typing and time management skills as this role will involve dealing with a high volume of audio typing alongside other daily tasks, such as speaking to clients in person and on the phone and completing and preparing standard file documentation, including Court forms. The role is fast paced and a high level of organisational skill and the ability to prioritise and work under pressure will be necessary. Experience of working in a Family law department is highly desirable.

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New Business Co-ordinator

Lincoln
  • 20 Dec 2023
  • Full time

This entry level position is suited to a confident professional with first class interpersonal skills and the passion to help drive the Firm forwards. As a New Business Co-ordinator at Sills & Betteridge Solicitors LLP, you will act as the first point of contact for our highly valued Family Department, create a professional image of the Firm and ensure a smooth onboarding process for new clients.

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Conveyancing Assistant

Gainsborough
  • 20 Dec 2023
  • Full time

We have a fantastic opportunity for a confident and capable individual to join our team and assist with the day-to-day running of a dynamic Residential Property Department working from our Gainsborough office.

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Criminal Defence Solicitor

Lincoln
  • 21 Dec 2023
  • Full time

We are seeking a dedicated and accomplished Criminal Defence Solicitor to join our highly valued Crime Department. If you are passionate about criminal law and have a strong commitment to justice, we encourage you to apply and become an essential part of our mission. As a Criminal Defence Solicitor at Sills and Betteridge Solicitors, you will play a crucial role in representing clients who are facing criminal charges.

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Legal Assistant - Family Department

Sheffield
  • 21 Dec 2023
  • Full time

Due to our recent acquisition of Acclaimed Family Law, we are seeking a dedicated individual to join our professional and enthusiastic Family department on a full-time, permanent basis. As a Legal Assistant, you will be working on complex matrimonial/ finance and children matters and be responsible for typing the dictation on a daily basis, filing, speaking to clients in person and on the telephone, as well as completing complex ES2 forms, Form Es on instruction, bundle preparation and much more.

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Legal Assistant- Commercial Property

Lincoln
  • 20 Dec 2023
  • Full time

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our professional and enthusiastic Commercial Property department in Lincoln, on a full-time, permanent basis. Applicants must have excellent typing and time management skills as this role will involve dealing with a high volume of audio typing alongside other daily tasks, such as providing general administrative support, file management and communicating effectively with clients and stakeholders in person and via telephone, email and written correspondence. The role is fast paced and a high level of organisational skill and the ability to prioritise and work under pressure will be necessary.

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Family Solicitor/ Legal Executive

Northampton
  • 21 Dec 2023
  • Full time

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Family Solicitor/ Legal Executive to join our Northampton team. This position is suited to a confident professional with first class interpersonal and motivational skills and the passion to help drive the Firm forwards. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload with supervision and support when required.

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Care Lawyer

Sheffield
  • 21 Dec 2023
  • Full time

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Care Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive to join our Sheffield team. This position is suited to a confident professional with first class interpersonal and motivational skills and the passion to help drive the Firm forwards. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload with supervision and support when required.

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Care Lawyer

Wath Upon Dearne
  • 21 Dec 2023
  • Full time

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Care Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive to join our Wath upon Dearne team. This position is suited to a confident professional with first class interpersonal and motivational skills and the passion to help drive the Firm forwards. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload with supervision and support when required.

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Family Solicitor/ Legal Executive

Sheffield
  • 21 Dec 2023
  • Full time

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Family Solicitor/ Legal Executive to join our Sheffield team. This position is suited to a confident professional with first class interpersonal and motivational skills and the passion to help drive the Firm forwards. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload with supervision and support when required.

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Employment Solicitor/ Legal Executive

Nottingham
  • 21 Dec 2023
  • Full time

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Employment Solicitor/ Legal Executive to join our well-respected and thriving Firm, working within any of our branch offices in Lincolnshire, Yorkshire or East Midlands. This position is suited to a confident professional with first class interpersonal and motivational skills and the passion to help drive the Firm forwards. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload with supervision and support when required.

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Employment Solicitor/ Legal Executive

Lincoln
  • 21 Dec 2023
  • Full time

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Employment Solicitor/ Legal Executive to join our well-respected and thriving Firm, working within any of our branch offices in Lincolnshire, Yorkshire or East Midlands. This position is suited to a confident professional with first class interpersonal and motivational skills and the passion to help drive the Firm forwards. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload with supervision and support when required.

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Employment Solicitor/ Legal Executive

Nottingham
  • 21 Dec 2023
  • Full time

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Employment Solicitor/ Legal Executive to join our well-respected and thriving Firm, working within any of our branch offices in Lincolnshire, Yorkshire or East Midlands. This position is suited to a confident professional with first class interpersonal and motivational skills and the passion to help drive the Firm forwards. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload with supervision and support when required.

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Care Lawyer

Northampton
  • 21 Dec 2023
  • Full time

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Care Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive to join our Northampton team. We are looking for a hardworking individual who is confident, driven and has strong communication skills.

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Commercial Litigation Solicitor/ Legal Executive

Nottingham
  • 21 Dec 2023
  • Full time

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our well-established Commercial Litigation department. The role can be based in any of our offices within Lincoln, Nottingham, Boston, Gainsborough, Sleaford.

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Commercial Litigation Solicitor/ Legal Executive

Lincoln
  • 21 Dec 2023
  • Full time

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our well-established Commercial Litigation department. The role can be based in any of our offices within Lincoln, Nottingham, Boston, Gainsborough, Sleaford.

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Conveyancing Assistant

Gainsborough
  • 21 Dec 2023
  • Full time

We have a fantastic opportunity for a confident and capable individual to join our team and assist with the day-to-day running of a dynamic Residential Property Department working from our Gainsborough office.

Read more

Legal Secretary - Family Department

Sheffield
  • 21 Dec 2023
  • Full time

Due to our recent acquisition of Acclaimed Family Law, we are seeking a dedicated individual to join our professional and enthusiastic Family department on a full-time, permanent basis. As a Legal Secretary, you will be working on complex matrimonial/ finance and children matters and be responsible for typing the dictation on a daily basis, filing, speaking to clients in person and on the telephone, as well as completing complex ES2 forms, Form Es on instruction, bundle preparation and much more.

Read more

Legal Secretary- Commercial Property

Lincoln
  • 21 Dec 2023
  • Full time

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our professional and enthusiastic Commercial Property department in Lincoln, on a full-time, permanent basis. Applicants must have excellent typing and time management skills as this role will involve dealing with a high volume of audio typing alongside other daily tasks, such as providing general administrative support, file management and communicating effectively with clients and stakeholders in person and via telephone, email and written correspondence. The role is fast paced and a high level of organisational skill and the ability to prioritise and work under pressure will be necessary.

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We are always interested in talking to talented individuals who are interested in a career with the Firm. If you would like to register your interest, please get in touch by completing the contact form.

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