Careers at WSP Solicitors

WSP Solicitors is a firm of trusted and approachable professionals dedicated to providing uncomplicated advice to our clients. We’re committed to investing in our staff, offering competitive salaries, positive working conditions, and ongoing professional development opportunities. To find out more about WSP Solicitors and see if our values align with yours, you can view our WSP DNA here. We offer valuable work experience opportunities for those interested in a career in law. Applications are open annually, with a deadline at the end of April with the week of work experience taking place in July. Early submissions are encouraged, as spaces are limited. If you’re interested in any of the jobs available or would like to register with us for the future, please get in touch by emailing recruitment@wspsolicitors.com

 

What’s it Like to Work Here?

WSP Solicitors are a growing, Gloucestershire-based legal practice, with offices in Stroud and Gloucester. The business has been providing legal services to the people of Gloucestershire for over 260 years. WSP specialise in a vast range of personal and commercial law.

In 2025 the firm were shortlisted as finalists in the C2S Business Awards for Talent, Training & Development and Best Place to Work in the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards.

Our Benefits

  • 24 Days of Annual Leave (plus Bank Holidays)
  • Flexible/Hybrid Working
  • Birthday Leave (on top of Annual Leave)
  • Corporate Healthcare Plan
  • Full Christmas Shutdown
  • Bonus & Incentive Scheme
  • Christmas Saving Club
  • Internal and External Training and Development
  • Long Service Awards
  • Free Parking
  • Opticians Scheme
  • Staff Discounts on Services
  • Employee Pension Scheme
  • Life Assurance Scheme
  • Company Sick Pay

Company Stats

  • 70% of staff take up flexible working options
  • 7 year average tenure
  • 100% everyone was eligible for a bonus in 2024-25
  • 29% of people are being supported through training and development
  • 36% of staff are under 35
  • 64% of staff are 36 or over
  • 88% of staff are female
  • 12% of staff are male
  • 98% of all our clients would recommend us to a family member or friend

What Our Staff Say

  • Silas Miller

    Silas Miller

    “I joined the business as Marketing Manager in 2019, after working in marketing across a variety of industries. WSP Solicitors supported me greatly to understand the legal profession, coming from...

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  • Rebecca Francis

    Rebecca Francis

    “Conveyancing at WSP is great because it’s interesting and fast-paced, the work varies so much it never gets boring. You get to work with a variety of clients and properties,...

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  • Gemma Francis-Taylor

    Gemma Francis-Taylor

    “Having started with WSP in the admin team, I was soon recognised for my potential by the Conveyancing department. I began my career as an assistant, working my way up...

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  • Kevin Baker

    Kevin Baker

    WSP have always been supportive of my studies. Allowing me time off for studying and exams has really helped my professional development.  There is a real bond between members of...

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Development and Career Progression

At WSP Solicitors, we’re committed to nurturing talent from within. We invest in our people through ongoing training, clear progression opportunities and a supportive working environment. That’s why we have a dedicated Development and Career Progression Chart to clearly show how you can grow with us and take the next steps in your career with confidence.

Training as a Paralegal

As one of our Paralegals, you will have regular and open communication with your training coach who will help you successfully develop your career.

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Training Contracts

WSP Solicitors have a strong client base and excellent reputation for providing a full range of legal services to both private and commercial clients.

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