Answers to the questions that potential trainees and trainees most commonly ask us.
Application and Interview
How many training contract vacancies do you have?
We will be recruiting at least four trainees to start in September 2012.
How do I apply for a traineeship?
All applications must be submitted via our online application form. We do not accept applications made via CV.
When will the application form be available for completion?
The application form for our traineeship 2012 positions will be available online from 1 June 2010.
What is the deadline for submitting the application form submission?
The application deadline for 2012 traineeship positions is 12:00 noon on Friday 29 October 2010.
When will I hear if I have been selected for interview?
We aim to complete the application screening process as quickly as possible. We will advise you in our correspondence as to when we hope to be able to confirm the outcome of your application.
Will it be possible to get feedback on my application form should I be unsuccessful?
Owing to the large number of applications we receive each year, we are unable to offer individual feedback to candidates at the application stage.
What is the interview process?
First round interviews are conducted by representatives from the HR Team and provide you with an opportunity to discuss in more detail specific areas of your application form, as well as preferences for particular departments. This interview also includes a number of competency based questions centred around the key skills we expect from our trainees.
Candidates who are successful at the first interview will then be invited to attend a second round interview. This will be conducted by the relevant Head of Department and a representative from the HR Team. You may be required to complete a short piece of research prior to the interview and this will form part of the interview discussion.
Traineeship
What departments are the traineeship positions based in?
We offer traineeships in Litigation, Property, Corporate & Technology and Private Client. We also offer a general traineeship in our Borders office in Jedburgh. Further details of the traineeships on offer can be found in Traineeships.
In which offices are the traineeships based?
We offer traineeships in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Jedburgh.
How many departments will I have the chance to work in during my traineeship?
This depends upon the traineeship position you accept. We offer specialised traineeships based exclusively in one department, and traineeships which involve one full year in two departments. Further details of the traineeships on offer can be found in Traineeships.
Will I be able to state my preferences about which departments I train in?
You will have the opportunity to detail your preferences on the application form and we will also discuss your preferences at the first round interview.
What kind of work will I do during my traineeship?
Lindsays’ excellent client base provides interesting work for trainees, and you will be given a wide variety of work with regular client contact.
Will I receive any training?
A comprehensive induction programme is provided in your first week. This will provide you with the knowledge required to get started when you join your department. This training will include Commercial Awareness, Networking and Time Management techniques. Specific on-the-job departmental training will be provided throughout your traineeship and you will have the opportunity to attend internal training seminars. The Law Society requires all trainees to complete the Professional Competence Course (PCC) and the costs of this will be covered by the firm.
Summer Placements
Do you have a summer scheme?
No, we do not currently offer summer placements.
Can’t find the answer you are looking for?
If you have a question regarding our traineeship programme that has not been answered by the above, please email recruitment@lindsays.co.uk
