Career Opportunities at Switalskis
At Switalskis, we’re driven by a profound commitment to not only provide the highest quality of legal services but to create a harmonious and enriching workspace for our team. Our ethos is deeply rooted in fostering a culture that prioritises a healthy work-life balance, making Switalskis not just a place to work, but a community in which to grow, learn and thrive.
Our primary goal is to ensure that the work environment is supportive and rewarding. We champion a culture where our colleagues feel valued, supported and well-compensated for their efforts.
We celebrate diversity and are steadfast in our commitment to promoting equality and inclusion at every level within our firm. Our reputable stance on these values not only enriches our work culture but is reflected in the legal services we provide and the profound nature of the cases we choose to take.
Joining Switalskis is a step towards a career filled with endless learning and development opportunities. We’re keen to nurture your growth and make sure you enjoy what you do and evolve professionally during your time with us.
Explore career opportunities at Switalskis and take a step towards a rewarding and fulfilling career with us.
Join our Qualifying Solicitors Programme to embark on a rewarding legal career at one of the UK’s top firms.
Work experience at Switalskis will provide you with a glimpse into the legal world if you’re looking for a career in law.
Join our Graduate Apprenticeship Programme to embark on a rewarding legal career at one of the UK's top firms.
ABOUT US
Switalskis is an award-winning law firm listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024. Established in 1993 by Stephen Switalski, we began with a focus on child care law and criminal law from a single office in Wakefield. Since then we’ve expanded to 11 locations employing approximately 400 people who provide a wide array of specialist legal services.
A career at Switalskis means being part of a firm that cares and is here for you. We’re dynamic and progressive, and we never stand still. Last year we were crowned Large Firm of the Year at The Yorkshire Legal Awards and named in the top 50 fastest growing companies in Yorkshire in the Yorkshire Growth Index.
The Role
In this role you'll deliver outstanding technical support, optimise cloud technologies, and uphold IT security practices to enhance service delivery and organisational efficiency. This is a hybrid role where you can be based from any of our 10 offices across Yorkshire, with regular meetings that will take place a few times each month in Doncaster.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Support & Service Delivery:
Cloud Technology Ownership:
Project & Documentation Management:
Collaboration & Incident Management:
Security & Compliance:
Essential experience we're looking for:
In this role, you'll need IT technical support and service desk experience, with strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and OneDrive. You should be able to diagnose and resolve technical issues both remotely and in person, have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, and be familiar with IT security protocols. Experience in documenting processes, managing tasks, and adhering to incident management and SLAs is essential. A proactive approach to continuous improvement and change management is also required.
Desired Experience:
• Working knowledge of VoIP phone systems, Papercut, TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP.
• Awareness of the SOS case management system.
• Understanding of ITIL Service Desk methodology.
Click the link below to submit your application and a member of the team will be in touch. For any questions please contact
Recruitment@Switalskis.com
ABOUT US
Switalskis is an award-winning law firm listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024.
Established in 1993 by Stephen Switalski, we began with a focus on child care law and criminal law from a single office in Wakefield. Since then we’ve expanded to 11 locations employing approximately 400 people who provide a wide array of specialist legal services.
A career at Switalskis means being part of a firm that cares and is here for you. We’re dynamic and progressive, and we never stand still. Last year we were crowned Large Firm of the Year at The Yorkshire Legal Awards and named in the top 50 fastest growing companies in Yorkshire in the Yorkshire Growth Index
THE ROLE
We’re looking for a Senior Commercial Property Solicitor with 10+ years PQE to join our friendly and growing team. This is a fantastic leadership opportunity where you can shape the future of the department and get involved in making key strategic decisions. You’ll be based at or travel to our offices in Leeds, Bradford, and Knaresborough.
Key Responsibilities:
Experience Required:
If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact and work with a supportive and friendly team, we’d love to hear from you!
Click the link below to submit your application and a member of the team will be in touch. For any questions please contact
Recruitment@Switalskis.com
ABOUT US
Switalskis is an award winning law firm listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024.
Established in 1993 by Stephen Switalski, we began with a focus on child care law and criminal law from a single office in Wakefield. Since then we’ve expanded to 11 locations employing approximately 400 people who provide a wide array of specialist legal services.
A career at Switalskis means being part of a firm that cares and is here for you. We’re dynamic and progressive, and we never stand still. Last year we were crowned Large Firm of the Year at The Yorkshire Legal Awards and named in the top 50 fastest growing companies in Yorkshire in the Yorkshire Growth Index
THE ROLE
We are seeking a Commercial Property Solicitor with 3–6 years PQE to join our growing team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage your own caseload, work directly with clients, and play a key part in delivering high quality legal services across a broad range of commercial property transactions.
Key Responsibilities:
• Independently handle a varied caseload of commercial property matters, including leases, acquisitions, and disposals.
• Provide strategic legal advice and develop tailored solutions for clients.
• Assist with departmental training and mentoring junior team members.
• Ensure files and work processes comply with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to support client needs.
• Contribute to business development and firm wide initiatives.
Our Commercial Property teams are based across Leeds, Bradford & Knaresborough so an ability to travel to these locations is essential.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
• 3–6 years PQE in commercial property law.
• Proven experience managing complex property transactions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build lasting client relationships.
• A methodical approach with excellent organisational skills.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to work flexibly to meet business demands.
Click the link below to submit your application and a member of the team will be in touch. For any questions please contact
Recruitment@Switalskis.com
Autumn 2025 Qualifying Solicitor Programme (QSP) – Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship
We’re thrilled to announce our Autumn 2025 Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship (GSA) intake, offering an exciting opportunity for aspiring solicitors to launch their careers with our award winning law firm. You'll gain experience across a variety of departments, including Medical Negligence, Property, Family, Private Client, and more.
Our GSA provides the perfect mix of hands-on practical experience and academic learning, with a proven track record of supporting apprentices through to qualification as solicitors.
About us
Switalskis is an award winning law firm listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024.
Established in 1993 by Stephen Switalski, we began with a focus on child care law and criminal law from a single office in Wakefield. Since then we’ve expanded to 11 locations employing approximately 400 people who provide a wide array of specialist legal services.
A career at Switalskis means being part of a firm that cares and is here for you. We’re dynamic and progressive, and we never stand still. Last year we were crowned Large Firm of the Year at The Yorkshire Legal Awards and named in the top 50 fastest growing companies in Yorkshire in the Yorkshire Growth Index.
The Role
Over the course of the 32-month apprenticeship, you’ll develop both your theoretical and practical legal knowledge. As a Graduate Solicitor Apprentice, you'll complete at least two seat rotations across various departments, with the chance to get involved in a diverse range of client cases. You’ll work closely with senior colleagues, providing valuable support and managing your own caseload.
As a national firm with offices across Yorkshire, travel may be required during your training, depending on the departments you’re placed in.
What You’ll Bring
We’re a dynamic and progressive firm, always moving forward. We’re looking for like-minded, driven individuals to join us and help deliver exceptional legal support to our clients.
Essential Criteria:
When assessing your suitability, we’ll be looking for the following qualities:
You should be flexible and open to travelling across Yorkshire, as you could be based in any of our offices, depending on the seat or department.
Next steps
Application Deadline: Monday 31st March 2025
If you're successful, we'll be in touch for a telephone interview during April, with a final in person panel interview in Leeds during the first week of May.
click the link below to submit your application and a member of the team will be in touch. For any questions please contact
Recruitment@Switalskis.com
A career at Switalskis means being part of a firm that cares and is here for you. One of our big goals is to be a great place to work, and we really strive to achieve that.
I'm delighted that we've been recognised as one of The Sunday Times 2024 Best Places to Work. Across all categories over five hundred organisations were selected. Only twenty-two law firms made the cut and only five of them are based in Yorkshire. Given there are just under 10,000 regulated law firms in the UK, that’s a huge achievement for us.
Switalskis is a firm that’s going places. We’re dynamic and progressive, and we never stand still. Last year, we were crowned Large Firm of the Year at the Yorkshire Legal Awards and named in the top 50 fastest-growing companies in Yorkshire in the Yorkshire Growth Index.
Julie GuestHead of People
We believe in fairly rewarding our team. Our competitive salaries are complemented by a range of benefits including the below. We review the benefits we offer to employees regularly to make sure they remain competitive and align with our values.
Financial
Work-life balance
Holidays
Health and wellbeing
We believe that who we are makes us a great place to pursue a career. Email recruitment@switalskis.com to find out more.
With a strong legacy in the legal sector, Switalskis has built a reputation for excellence, integrity and impactful service. Being a part of our team means contributing to a prestigious and meaningful legacy.
Our firm is a tapestry of diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every person feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute their best.
Your growth is our priority. At Switalskis, we provide learning opportunities, mentorship and an environment to hone your skills, expand your knowledge and ascend in your legal career. To find out more about career development at Switalskis, take a look at our guide.
We understand the importance of your personal time. While we are dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services, we also promote a healthy work-life balance to make sure our team members have ample time for their personal pursuits and wellbeing.
Embracing the future of work, we offer a balanced hybrid-working model. This model encourages collaboration, flexibility and a harmonious blend of in-office and remote work, catering to the evolving needs of our workforce and the firm.
Our business is deeply rooted in community service. Being part of Switalskis means engaging in meaningful community outreach initiatives and embodying our belief in the positive impact of legal service in society.
I enjoy hybrid working. When I am in the office, I use this as time to speak with colleagues about their thoughts on cases and anything relevant within the news for example, a judgment. When I am at home, I use this time to complete detailed pieces of work without the distraction of the office. I’m also able to get out on a lunch time to walk my Sproodle!
I’ve always known I wanted to help people but ruled out several professions before deciding on law. The first seat of my training contract was in commercial property, working between the Leeds and Knaresborough offices. I found the work very interesting especially drafting documents. I recently moved to the clinical negligence team, for my second seat, which I am finding both stimulating and challenging. Since joining, my integration into Switalskis has been seamless as everyone has been very welcoming and inviting. I think it helped that I often brought in brownies and cakes that I’d baked!
In 2012 I joined the Costs Team and in 2014 started studying the ACL Costs Lawyer course. I qualified as a Costs Lawyer in August 2017 and in 2023 I was promoted to Associate Costs Lawyer. I've not worked anywhere prior to Atherton Godfrey who integrated with Switalskis in December 2022, my entire career since the 90s has been at the same firm.
I start my day by responding to any emails. I then check my task list and I complete any urgent tasks first. I complete records reviews, draft letters of instruction to experts and review expert reports. I also have cases that are in litigation where deadlines need to be adhered to and documents must be served. I also liaise with clients on a daily basis providing updates and taking instructions.
There’s not a typical day in the Court of Protection, and that’s what I love most about it. Each client is so different and so we need to be able to take each client as they come to try and work out what will be best for them and how best to achieve it. I love travelling and meeting the clients but there is also lot of time in the office - preparing advice, drafting documents, and attending court, as many of our hearings are still being heard remotely.
If you have any questions about starting a career at Switalskis, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Call us on 0800 138 0458 or send us a message and we’ll be happy to help.