Careers

It’s the perfect time to join our growing team.

Develop your career at Milburns thriving high street legal practice – we’re always looking for bright new talent. You can be part of a modern, progressive law firm, with client-facing and support team roles. Our culture is friendly and supportive and you’ll work in a dynamic team. We reward our employees with extensive training and a package of other benefits.

If you’re interested in a career at Milburns, please view our current vacancies and contact Natalie Cueto on LinkedIn or via email at ncueto@milburnssolicitors.co.uk for further details. We also welcome speculative applications.

Current Vacancies

We are looking to recruit Trainee Solicitors and Paralegals for our September 2027 intake. We open this opportunity to graduates who have either a Law degree, or an alternative degree, achieving a 2:1 or above.

We offer two different training programmes to support those that have completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC) and those undertaking the Solicitor Qualifying Examinations, part one (SQE 1)

SQE route:

We understand the demanding nature of the SQE and offer all trainees one day of paid study leave per week.
Upon successful completion of SQE1 and SQE2, we will reimburse your exam fees.
We can help with funding by providing an interest free loan to meet the cost of the preparation course.
You will undertake a structured period of Qualifying Work Experience, supervised by experienced legal advisors. This will provide you with the skills required for qualification as a solicitor.

LPC route:

This is available to graduates who have completed the Legal Practice Course.
We will fund the Professional Skills Course.
You will undertake a structured training contract, ensuring you gain the skills required for successful qualification as a solicitor. This will include experience in at least two departments supervised by experienced legal advisors.

Hands on training:

Via both routes, you will complete your Qualifying Work Experience across a variety of departments, which may include:

• Residential & Commercial Property
• Private Client (Wills, Probate, Trusts)
• Family Law

You will work alongside experienced solicitors, gaining insight into life in a busy law firm from day one.
Each trainee receives structured supervision, regular reviews, and clear development goals to ensure you remain on track for qualification.

What we’re looking for:

We welcome applications from:
• Law graduates completing or having completed an LLB
• Non law graduates who have attained a degree of 2:1 or above
• Motivated individuals with strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in building a career within our region
• Those who value teamwork, integrity, and exceptional client care

What we offer:

Our employees are rewarded with a wide range of additional benefits, including:

• Up to 28 days annual leave, PLUS bank holidays and Christmas closure
• Competitive salaries;
• Private medical insurance;
• Paid subscriptions
• Frequent social events
• Funded professional development
• Opportunity for career progression

How to apply:

Please submit your CV and a short covering letter explaining why you would like to join us at Milburns and why you believe you are the right fit for this opportunity to: ncueto@milburnssolicitors.co.uk

Build your future with us!
If you’re ready to begin a meaningful, supported, and rewarding legal career, we would like to hear from you.

We look forward to meeting our future solicitors.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and ambitious Family Solicitor to join our dynamic team.

This role provides a unique opportunity to make a substantial impact on the department and achieve your career goals.

We are looking for someone who is talented, driven, and dedicated.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage a full caseload of divorce/finance or children matters.
  • Supervise and mentor junior team members, where required.
  • Contribute to business development.
  • Stay up to date with changes in current law.

 

Essential Skills and Experience:

  • Qualified Solicitor with 3 years PQE.
  • Proven experience in family law.
  • Strong technical knowledge in either divorce/finance or childcare.
  • Children panel membership preferred but not essential.
  • Excellent organisational skills, ability to deal with sensitive matters under time constraints.

 

About Our Firm:

Milburns Solicitors Limited, located in West Cumbria, has been serving the local community for over 100 years. The firm specialises in various legal areas including residential and commercial conveyancing, wills and probate, estates and trusts and tax planning and family law. With offices in Workington and Whitehaven, we provide legal services throughout North & West Cumbria, prioritising the interests of both clients and employees.

  • Accreditations: Lexcel and CQS accredited.

 

What We Offer:

  • Salary range: £45,000 to £50,000 (subject to PQE level and position offered)
  • Significant career opportunities.
  • Flexible working options, including hybrid working.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Private Medical Insurance.

 

If you are a passionate Family Solicitor ready to join a progressive, motivated, and happy team, apply today to become part of our leading firm!

Please send CVs and a covering letter to ncueto@milburnssolicitors.co.uk

We are looking to recruit a qualified Private Client Solicitor to join our team, with experience in handling their own private client case load.

In return we are offering an attractive and highly competitive benefits package.

Salary is negotiable, dependent upon experience.

The position is based in West Cumbria within a friendly and welcoming office environment

Flexible and hybrid working available

The role will be support by experienced secretaries and administrative staff

An immediate start is available.

All applications from solicitors and legal executives are welcomed.

Please forward a CV and covering letter to ncueto@milburnssolicitors.co.uk to apply.

We are looking to recruit a qualified Residential Conveyancer to join our team, with experience in handling their own residential conveyancing case load.

In return we are offering an attractive and highly competitive benefits package.

Salary is negotiable, dependent upon experience.

The position is based in West Cumbria within a friendly and welcoming office environment

Flexible and hybrid working available

The role will be support by experienced secretaries and administrative staff

An immediate start is available.

All applications from solicitors, legal executives, qualified conveyancers or experienced paralegals are welcomed.

Please forward a CV and covering letter to ncueto@milburnssolicitors.co.uk to apply.

Employee Benefits

We value our team and all our employees enjoy a wide range of perks and benefits including:

 

Competitive Salary

We maintain competitive salaries for both staff and legal advisors, and salary increases are reviewed annually.

Private Medical Insurance

All of our employees have private medical insurance

Remote/Hybrid Working

Many of our staff choose to work from home as part of a hybrid model. We also offer flexible working days and hours.

Enhanced Maternity

Our enhanced maternity package supports our employees raising families.

Training & Development

There is ample opportunity to progress within the company and training is funded by Milburns.

Discounts

All employees are enrolled into a funded discount scheme, to access subsidised health care, travel, shopping and more.

Paid Subscriptions

We cover all of our legal advisor’s professional fees.

Up to 28 Days paid holiday PLUS Bank Holidays

Social Events

We hold a wide range of social events throughout the year to promote team building – and just for fun!

Trainee Solicitors

We are committed to recruiting the best talent with a clear vision of career progression within Milburns. We support our aspiring solicitors throughout their training, so that their focus can be on developing the skills and qualifications required for a long career in the legal profession.

 

In addition to the wide range of benefits that we offer to all our staff, trainees receive the additional support set out below:

Solicitor Qualifying Examinations route:

 

We understand the demanding nature of the SQE and offer all trainees one day of paid study leave per week.

Upon successful completion of each SQE1 and SQE2, we will reimburse your exam fees.

We can help with funding by providing an interest free loan to meet the cost of both preparation courses.

You will undertake a structured period of Qualifying Work Experience, supervised by experienced legal advisors.  This will provide you with the skills required for qualification as a solicitor.

 

Legal Practice Course route:

 

This is available to graduates who are in the process of completing (or have already completed) the Legal Practice Course.

We will fund the Professional Skills Course.

You will undertake a structured training contract, ensuring you gain the skills required for successful qualification as a solicitor.  This will include experience in at least two departments supervised by experienced legal advisors.

 

We welcome applications from those considering a career in law.  To be considered, please forward a copy of your CV and a cover letter to ncueto@milburnssolicitors.co.uk