Careers and Vacancies

Thinking about joining a strong and progressive law firm in the Midlands?

Then welcome to Timms Solicitors, an ambitious growing firm with four offices across the region.

Naturally, we’re quite selective but we are always keen to hear from individuals who can encourage business growth whilst offering empathetic and successful outcomes for our clients. So, if we are not advertising a specific vacancy, but you like what you see, then you are welcome to contact us on a speculative basis.

If you are a solicitor, we are always on the look out for individuals with drive and focus to compliment our team in the industry sectors displayed on this site. You’ll need to demonstrate how you would fit in with our business model and how you would help create value for an excellent range of clients who are constantly changing and seeking value through innovative legal advice in an open, friendly and welcoming environment.

If you’re not a lawyer, we also have supporting administrative roles; send us your CV and tell us how you could contribute toward the efforts of our support teams, solicitors and management team.

Our benefits include:

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Competitive Salary & Pension Scheme
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Medicash Personal Health Plan
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Perkbox Employee & Reward Platform
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Charity & CSR Initiatives
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Personal Development & Progression Pathways
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Regular Social Events
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Wellbeing & Mental Health Support
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Staff & Family Discount

Trainee Solicitor Programme

Our Trainee Solicitor programme offers a pathway which is designed to bring on new talent internally and externally.

We are not currently recruiting for our programme but further details can be found here...

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Pathway To Partnership Programme

Our Pathway to Partnership Programme is a structured training programme for those who aspire to be an Associate or a Partner at Timms Solicitors.

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Latest Vacancies

Family Law (Care) Paralegal

Permanent - Full-time
Family, Care & Divorce

We are recruiting for a full time Paralegal within our Public Family Law team, based at our Derby office. Experience within a Care role is preferred.

Conveyancer

Permanent - Full-time
Conveyancing

We are recruiting for a full time Conveyancer, based at our Ashby office.

Conveyancer

Permanent - Full-time
Conveyancing

We are recruiting for a full time Conveyancer, based at our Derby office.

Conveyancing Paralegal

Permanent - Full-time
Conveyancing

We are recruiting for a full time Paralegal within our Conveyancing team, based at our Ashby office. Experience within a conveyancing role is essential.

Conveyancing Paralegal

Permanent - Full-time
Conveyancing

We are recruiting a full time Paralegal within our Conveyancing team, based at our Derby and Burton offices. Experience within a Conveyancing role is essential.

Solicitor/Fee Earner

Permanent - Full-time
Family, Care & Divorce

Our busy Family Department is now offering a rare and exciting opportunity for a 4-7 year PQE Solicitor or Fee Earner who will work alongside our excellent Family Law team. The successful applicant will be a qualified Solicitor or hold a full CILEx qualification and should be able to work without or with minimal supervision.

Testimonials

Working at Timms Solicitors

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I had worked as a receptionist and helping with archiving in summer holidays before joining Timms full time working on registration applications in the Residential Conveyancing Team for a number of years.

I then became a paralegal in Family Department’s Care team in April 2017. Whilst in that role, I completed the law conversation course and then the LPC part-time before going on to become a trainee solicitor in the firm. I qualified as a solicitor in June 2020 and have worked in the Family Team ever since. I have also taken advantage of the firm’s Associate Programme, becoming an Associate with the firm in October 2022.

Timms has given me a number of great opportunities to develop and to see in practice the value that each of us can to the firm as a whole.
Jessica Barnett
I joined Timms in November 2012 initially as a conveyancing assistant. Timms have really supported me over the years, during my exams and into qualification as a Chartered Legal Executive.

There is a clear path to progression at Timms and I have benefitted massively from the time and energy put into my training and development. Having successfully passed the Pathway to Partnership Programme, I am proud to now be an Associate as well as Head of Conveyancing.

The culture at Timms is supportive, friendly and progressive, which is why I have stayed with the firm for over 10 years and hope to remain here for a long while to come.
Katie Holmes
I joined Timms in January 2008. I started as a secretary in the Private Family Law Department. Four years later I was given the opportunity to work in the Family Care Department. This was the perfect career move for me, I found my niche and I haven’t looked back.

I have been provided with excellent support, training and opportunities to progress my career and now work as a Senior Paralegal within the team. I am also able to share my knowledge and experience with new team members and I have learnt that no day is the same in this fast paced department.
Sharon Carr
I joined Timms in 2023 as a HR Manager and it has been a truly rewarding experience. Timms is a well established and highly respected law firm with a long history of success, yet it remains focused on progressive growth. What sets the firm apart from others, is its ability to maintain a highly personalised service for its clients ensuring each one feels valued and supported.

What I love most about working here is the people. Everyone is not only incredibly professional but also genuinely passionate about what they do. The environment is collaborative and supportive, where teamwork is valued and success is shared. It’s a place where people look out for each other, and every team member’s contribution is recognised.

As part of this first class team of professionals, I’ve seen first hand how committed everyone is to the firms values. It’s a privilege to work with such dedicated colleagues who are all working towards common goals. I am proud to be part of a firm that truly cares about its employees’ wellbeing and development.
Lorna Wagstaff
I have worked at Timms since the start of my legal career, joining the team in July 2018 as an Office Administrator.

In April 2019 I was promoted to Paralegal and was then awarded a Training Contract at Timms which commenced in June 2021. I then qualified as a solicitor on 1 December 2022.

There is definitely employee recognition which is evidenced by my progression throughout my time with the firm so far. This also demonstrates that there is bespoke training, tuition and great career progression opportunities available at Timms.

The support I have received from my colleagues both as a trainee and as a newly qualified solicitor has been second to none.

It is great to know that there are people who genuinely want to help you succeed and share their knowledge with you no matter how busy they are with their own case load. As a result of working closely with excellent lawyers, being shown the high quality of work and the bonus of working in a friendly environment, I have grown both professionally and personally. I certainly look forward to seeing what the future holds for me here and progressing my career.
Leonnie Watson
I joined Timms in 2022 within the conveyancing team and began my training contract early 2024.

I began my time in conveyancing as the New Business Co-Ordinator where I initially dealt with new business. I then moved on to support the conveyancers with a variety of legal matters and assist directly with their caseload and current matters. I then was given the fantastic opportunity to begin a training contact in March 2024, where I continue to develop my legal skills and knowledge.

During my time, I have always felt like a valued member of the team and have always had the opportunity to develop my skills and knowledge. Timms offers a supportive and friendly environment, which has allowed me to become the best version of myself as well as a growth in my confidence.

The learning journey and support I have received is like no other and has allowed me to grow and develop into the person I am today. The offices and people are always welcoming and supportive, making it a rewarding and excellent place to be.
Emily Facer
I joined Timms in March 2018, having worked in previous firms, I have personally found Timms refreshing. Everyone is extremely helpful and I have been given much guidance from my Supervisors in career progression including my current studies to become a Licensed Conveyancer.

One of the first things I noticed about Timms is the length of time the majority of staff have been working here. You know you are entering a happy work environment when the majority of staff have been there over 6 years and some more than 20.

I feel that I am able to grow as a Conveyancer at Timms Solicitors and I have the support to achieve greatness.

Timms is not just a Company, we are a Timms Family.
Shelly Pill

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