Scheme Trainee

Overview

The Opportunity Are you a motivated and enthusiastic University student looking to enhance your knowledge and experience in the legal sector? Join us for an immersive two-week legal placement in our Cardiff city centre office, where you’ll get a real taste of life in practice.

• Successful candidates will be invited to choose two areas of law that interest them, spending one week in each specialist area.
• Hands-on experience preparing legal correspondence.
• Gain insight into real case files (opening, closing & organising).
• Shadow solicitors and legal professionals as they work with clients in person, by phone and email.
• Contribute meaningfully to active files and matters.

• Unpaid summer opportunity.
• On-site in Cardiff city centre.
• 35 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 9:00am–3:00pm).
• 2 weeks / 70 hours total.

• Work alongside experienced solicitors and legal professionals, contributing to real cases across various practice areas.
• Receive guidance and feedback from senior lawyers to develop your legal knowledge and career skills.
• Build connections with professionals and peers in the legal sector.
• Enhance your legal capabilities through practical tasks and professional development sessions.
• Enhance your CV.
• Increase your chances of employability.

• Law students in their second or third year of university studies, who are keen to explore two areas of law during their time with Howells Solicitors and are available for 2 consecutive weeks to attend our Cardiff office in either June, July or August 2026.
• The successful candidates should have a strong interest in the legal field, a passion for learning and will also be motivated, proactive and eager to contribute, making the most of this valuable experience.

• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Empathy and understanding of dealing with clients.
• Willingness to learn and engage with the Howells culture.
• Commitment, dedication and attention to detail.
• Energy / initiative – taking ownership and pride in your work.

• Apply by submitting an up-to-date CV and short cover letter below.
• If you are shortlisted for this opportunity, you will be contacted via telephone after the closing date.
• Final date to receive applications: 15 March 2026, with interviews taking place in April / May.
• Scheme commencement dates:
  Dates available in June, July & August.