Trainee Legal PA Programme

The Vacancy

Start Your Career as a Legal PA with the Fieldfisher Trainee PA Programme

Are you ready to take the first step towards a rewarding career as a Legal PA at a leading European law firm in Belfast city centre? Fieldfisher is proud to launch the sixth year of our highly successful Trainee Legal PA Programme, and we are now inviting applications for the scheme commencing on Tuesday 1 September 2026.

You will begin your journey with a two-week Early Careers induction, where you will connect with our Graduates, Trainee Solicitors and Apprentices. During this time, you will spend time in our London office, take part in networking opportunities, and enjoy a range of social events designed to help you settle in, build relationships, and feel part of the firm from day one.

About the programme

This is a unique opportunity to gain vocational training in a dynamic environment and build the foundations for a long-term career as a Legal PA. You will benefit from a structured training programme, personalised coaching, and dedicated support from experienced mentors and our Early Careers Team, who will guide you every step of the way. You will also receive regular feedback and hands-on learning to help develop your confidence, professionalism, and resilience.

As part of the programme, you will work closely with our Legal PAs, supporting Lawyers and Partners across the firm. You will also rotate through our award-winning practice areas, including Employment, Pensions, Immigration, Personal Injury and Medical Negligence, Corporate Tax and Private Client, Regulatory, Financial Markets and Products, Dispute Resolution, Real Estate, Intellectual Property, and Technology and Data.

At Fieldfisher, we foster a culture where everyone can make a meaningful contribution. Through departmental rotations, this programme offers valuable exposure across the firm and the opportunity to learn from inspiring professionals who will support and challenge you to achieve your potential.

The type of work you undertake will vary by department. As a Trainee PA at Fieldfisher, you can expect to learn and gain experience in:

• Diary management
  • Ensuring client meetings and clashes do not occur
  • Arranging meetings on behalf of partners/lawyers/clients - ensuring that they have the appropriate materials
  • Arranging business travel and webinar arrangements
• File management - opening and closing files using electronic filing systems
• Mailbox management
• Communicating with Lawyers on a regular basis
• Undertaking typing to help with documents
• Taking messages from clients and passing them on to the relevant Lawyer
• Work with Legal Support Services across the Firm (such as the document production team and practice administration team)
• Liaise with the billing team
• Submit invoices
• Prepare draft letters and emails
• Prepare presentations and meeting papers
• Opening new clients (supporting AML processes and working with the firm's Risk Team)
• Preparing engagement letters
• Working with the Marketing Team to upload and update content on the firm's website and internal intranet
• Supporting our Lawyers with business development, bids, and related processes

About you

• Team player
• Reliable and professional
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• GCSEs grade C and above in Maths and English
• Excellent IT skills
• Experience in using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Enthusiastic, motivated, and proactive
• Excellent customer service

Recruitment Process

• Applications close Friday 19th June 2026
• Video interviews commence June 2026
• Assessment Centre - July 2026

Our Early Careers Team are on hand to support throughout the process. Please contact

For further information regarding the scheme, please visit our website: Trainee Legal PA Fieldfisher

Please note that we recruit on a rolling basis and your application may be reviewed before the deadline.

Who are we looking for?

• We don't have a type. We believe our differences are our strength; varied cultures, approaches and experiences can only benefit us.

Inclusion is not exclusive:

If all our differences are highlighted, no one stands out for being different. At Fieldfisher, all our rich diversity is celebrated.

We will provide the equipment to allow you to shine at the interview and beyond. Just let us know what you need.

For accessibility information on our Belfast office, visit: Belfast Hub Fieldfisher

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