Start your journey into law with us

At Harbottle & Lewis, we pride ourselves on our personable, friendly and collaborative culture. Find out more about starting your career in law with us.

Welcome to the Grad Hub

  • Grad Hub Update:

    The closing date for 2026 training contract applications is 31 January 2024. Start your application now.
  • Grad Hub Update:

    Check out the Your application page for some top tips to make your application stand out.
  • Grad Hub Update:

    Visit the Trainees Q&As page to meet some of our existing trainees and find out about their experience at Harbottle & Lewis.
  • Grad Hub Update:

    Got a question about the recruitment process? Take a look at our FAQs.
  • Grad Hub Update:

    The closing date for 2026 training contract applications is 31 January 2024. Start your application now.
Your benefits

Your benefits

We believe we get the best from our people when they feel happy and supported, so we want to make sure we look after you – both body and mind.

Body and mind benefits

  • Free lunch every day
    in our onsite canteen

  • Wellness programme
    free fitness, yoga, pilates, dance cardio classes

  • 25 days’ holiday
    in first year, rising to 26 days on your first anniversary

  • Monthly massages
    a 15 minute seated massage

  • Monthly wellness sessions
    one-to-one with a registered psychotherapist

  • Employee Assistance Programme
    providing around-the-clock mental health support

Financial benefits

  • Employer pension
    contribution equivalent to 5% of salary

  • Group life assurance cover
    4x annual basic salary

  • Group private medical insurance scheme
    with AXA

  • Season ticket loan
    interest-free loan, payable in monthly instalments

  • Cycle to work scheme
    helping you with the cost of a bike and equipment

  • Study sponsorship
    financial support towards course fees

Christopher Ogundero, Trainee

Aside from the work, it has also been great to get involved with the social side of the firm. The firm’s yearly quiz was great fun and I’ve also been able to attend various business development events ranging from debates to dodgeball!