TLT Vacation Scheme 2026

The Vacation Scheme is a paid work experience programme whereby you will work on live legal work under the supervision of a fee-earning member of staff. The Vacation Scheme is designed to provide you with an insight into the life of a Trainee Solicitor at TLT, working with our clients to provide a range of legal services. The Vacation Scheme takes place in June in our Bristol, Manchester, and Scotland offices. 

No two days will be the same, however, your time with TLT will consist of: working on live cases; attending meetings; attending court/events with your team; reviewing documentation; attending social events; and just experiencing our culture first-hand. 

Those who attend the Vacation Scheme will be considered for a Training Contract in 2028 with TLT.  From time to time we may have earlier start dates available based on business need, the Early Careers team will discuss this opportunity with you at offer stage based on the information provided on your application.  

Vacation Scheme minimum requirements: 

• Penultimate year/final year law student; or 
• Graduate from any non-law discipline enrolled in/completed PGDL; or
• SQE 1 and/or 2 complete*
• 2:1 degree (obtained or predicted) 
• Candidates with LPC completed are also encouraged to apply, please list this under postgraduate qualifications on your application form

*if candidates have successfully completed the SQE then the PGDL is not a requirement. 

The Vacation Scheme is a full time, two week, work experience programme and you must have the right to work in this role, and in the UK, during this time. Following the scheme, successful candidates may be considered for a place on our training contract programme so applicants should consider their options for obtaining and maintaining the right to work as a trainee solicitor, and in the UK, throughout the duration of any future training contract. Eligibility for sponsorship as a trainee solicitor under the Skilled Worker visa is subject to meeting specific criteria set by the UK Home Office, and this criteria differs to the Vacation Scheme eligibility. 

About TLT 

Fast paced, fast growing and forward thinking, TLT is the law firm that helps clients stay one step ahead, and we do the same for our people.  

We work with high profile clients in innovative sectors. With local, national and international reach, we have over 1,900 people in offices across the UK and a network of partner firms across Europe, India and the US.  
 
Our purpose is to protect, prepare and progress our clients for what comes next and it’s essential that we do the same for our people, our planet and our communities too. In our open and collaborative culture, we encourage everyone to be their whole self, to have a voice and to contribute. 

Our Benefits 

We value our employees highly and we want you to feel valued. You’ll receive a competitive salary with an annual pay review. You will also have access to an extensive range of benefits via our flexible benefits scheme including 25 days holiday (which will increase to 30 days based upon length of service) and private medical insurance. 

At TLT we have a progressive fully flexible working approach. We empower our people to work in a place and at a time that meets their needs, those of their clients and of the wider team and firm. Part of this agile approach is a focus on hybrid working and supporting the work/life balance of our people. 

TLT is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment and encourages applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of disability, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by the laws in the locations in which we operate. 

We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments, where necessary, to make interviews and jobs more accessible. Should you require any reasonable adjustments, please reach out to us on EarlyCareers@tlt.com.