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Shields Sadleir LLP is seeking to recruit a Trainee Solicitor to join its team. 

What Shields Sadleir LLP look for

- Undergraduate law degree (another discipline may be considered for an exceptional candidate) 

- Great academic records, keen interest to learn

- Diligence, attention to detail, flexibility and team player

- A keen interest in business and tax is desirable. Chartered Tax Advisor qualification or part qualification a definite advantage.

What Shields Sadleir LLP offer:

- Competitive salary (up to €40,000) and payment of salary during PPC

- Payment of PPC tuition fees – hybrid (starting 2027 or 2028) 

- Discretionary Christmas bonus 

- Yearly subscription to Cork City Bike Scheme 

- 20 days annual leave

- Access to a sophisticated efficient IT system and to online legal resources (Bloomsbury and Lexis PSL)

- Cork city centre location and modern attractive offices 

- Subsidised SSLT trainees social outings

Reviews of recent Legal Interns

- “I had a hugely enjoyable and truly beneficial 6 months internship with Shields Sadleir LLP” (Liam M. Linkedin post extract 06.2022)

- “I have had an excellent time at Shields Sadleir LLP. it has been fantastic experience and I have enjoyed my time working here greatly. Everyone has made it a lovely environment to work in from start to finish, and I would definitely recommend it as a place to work to anyone I know. Thank you both again.” (Eoin B. email dated 29.7.22) 

Experience:

- Rotations – you will have the opportunity to gain experience in areas such as commercial property, commercial lending, probate, employment law, corporate and commercial and tax. 

- Mentoring support– working directly under senior solicitors on rotation.

If you wish to apply for this role please email a CV and cover letter to: recruit@sslt.ie

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