Current vacancies

We are searching for a newly qualified medical negligence solicitor with 0-5 years post qualification experience, or a CILEX Fellow with Litigation Practice Right. Experience of handling or assisting with Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury caseload is essential and inquest experience is desirable. The successful candidate will join our busy civil litigation department based at our offices in Sheffield, Rotherham and Barnsley.

Medical Negligence Solicitor Vacancy

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the busy and successful medical negligence and personal injury department at Howells Solicitors. Due to an increase in medical negligence enquiries, we are recruiting for a fee earner to assist with the team’s growing workload. You will join a hardworking and dedicated civil litigation team, who are ranked number one in the UK on review solicitors based on their client feedback.

The role will require you to work across our three South Yorkshire offices (Sheffield, Rotherham and Barnsley). You will provide high quality comprehensive legal advice to individuals seeking assistance in all aspects of hospital negligence, personal injury, birth injuries, incorrect prescription and delayed diagnosis, personal injury and all other areas of medical negligence.

The team have a strong reputation for inquest work and are one of the only law firms in the area that offers both support for pre inquest work, and representation at Coroners hearings.

We are also one of the few law firms that hold a legal aid contract in the region for medical negligence. The team are also ranked on the legal 500 and the head of the department, Michelle Gyte, is ranked in the prestigious Chambers and Partners.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to relocate or move back to the South Yorkshire area.

Medical Negligence Solicitor Responsibilities

As part of your role, you will be responsible for:

– Managing a diverse caseload of complex and high value civil litigation claims, including medical negligence, personal injury and inquests.

– Provide expert legal advice and guidance to clients, understanding their individual circumstances and tailoring your approach to their specific needs whilst delivering high standards of client care and an excellent client experience.

– Work as part of a team where necessary to achieve excellent client focussed results.

– Meet the commercial requirements of the company through effective and efficient case management and successful outcomes.

– Contribute to the successful growth of the department and provide support to the directors by supervising and mentoring less experienced members of staff to enhance your own professional development, the client journey and the company’s vision.

About Howells Solicitors

Howells Solicitors is a well-established and highly regarded law firm serving clients across South Yorkshire—and nationwide in select areas of law.

With offices in Sheffield, Rotherham, and Barnsley, we provide expert legal advice and representation to individuals and families, offering both private and legal aid services. Our focus is on delivering high-quality, personal legal support across a broad range of areas, including family law, wills and probate, criminal defence, and civil litigation.

Our Medical Negligence team is one of the most respected in the North of England, with a strong reputation for handling complex cases involving birth injuries, inquests, hospital negligence and other civil litigation matters.

At Howells, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Our Medical Negligence team work as a close-knit, supportive team—reflecting the wider firm’s strong culture of teamwork, respect, and shared purpose.

Howells offer a wide range of benefits including:

Holiday Entitlement

We understand the importance of quality time – especially if you have a family at home. TWe know time away from work matters—especially with family commitments. Our generous holiday allowance helps you properly switch off:

– Fee earners and managers: 30 days’ annual leave

– Support staff: 23 days, rising by 1 day per year to a maximum of 28

– Everyone: 3 discretionary days over Christmas plus 8 bank holidays

Plenty of time for family, travel, and recharging.

Flexible Working

We’re committed to a healthy work–life balance and offer flexibility across many roles, including:

– Hybrid or remote working (role dependent)

– Flexible start and finish times through our flexi-time scheme

– Up to 4 additional flex days per year on top of annual leave

So you can succeed at work without sacrificing what matters at home.

Howells offer a wide range of benefits including:

– Potential for fee earner bonus

– Contributory pension scheme

– Group Life Assurance (death in service) – after 2 years

– STAR (Special Thanks and Recognition) award

– Training and development opportunities

– Social fund

– Contractual Sick Pay Entitlement

– Contractual Maternity Pay Entitlement

– Recruitment Bonus Payments

– Voluntary benefits e.g. Westfield Health scheme, cycle to work scheme, staff savings scheme

We’re proud to offer a workplace where your success is nurtured—and your wellbeing supported every step of the way.

Equal Opportunities

Howells Solicitors is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment. If you require any adjustments to support your application, please let us know.

If you have any questions regarding this vacancy please contact our HR team on 0114 249 6763 or email [email protected]

Please send all completed applications to [email protected] with the position applied for in the subject line

Please note, individual feedback will not be given due to the number of applicants we receive.

We are searching for committed and experienced Criminal Solicitors to join our busy Criminal Department based at our offices in Sheffield, Rotherham and Barnsley.

– Ranked on the Legal 500 in Yorkshire

– Join a friendly and supportive team of experienced criminal law solicitors, with an exceptional reputation in the region

– Flexible working options designed to support you

Criminal Law Solicitor Vacancy

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Criminal Law Solicitor to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of criminal defence law and practice.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to relocate or move back to the South Yorkshire area.

You should have proven experience representing clients at the police station across a broad spectrum of offences and be confident in conducting your own advocacy in the Magistrates’ Court. A Higher Rights qualification and experience in Crown Court proceedings would be highly advantageous but not essential.

We welcome applications from newly qualified solicitors and those looking to re-train in Criminal Law. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

– Provide expert representation for clients at the police station across a wide range of offences.

– Conduct your own advocacy in the Magistrates’ Court.

– Deliver high-quality legal advice and maintain strong client relationships.

About Howells Solicitors

Howells Solicitors is a well-established and highly regarded law firm serving clients across South Yorkshire—and nationwide in select areas of law.

With offices in Sheffield, Rotherham, and Barnsley, we provide expert legal advice and representation to individuals and families, offering both private and legal aid services. Our focus is on delivering high-quality, personal legal support across a broad range of areas, including property law, family law, wills and probate, criminal defence, and civil litigation.

Our Criminal Law team is known for its professionalism, efficiency, and client-focused approach. We are proud of our strong reputation in the region, with excellent client feedback and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Howells offer a wide range of benefits including:

Holiday Entitlement

We understand the importance of quality time – especially if you have a family at home. That’s why our holiday entitlement is designed to give you the time you need to truly switch off and enjoy life outside of work.

– Fee earners and managers receive 30 days of annual leave—well above the regional average for law firms.

– Support staff start with 23 days, increasing by 1 day each year of service up to 28 days, rewarding your commitment over time.

– Everyone also benefits from 3 additional discretionary days over the Christmas period, giving you more time to spend with loved ones during the holidays.

– On top of this, there are 8 bank holidays throughout the year.

Whether it’s school holidays, family travel, or simply time to recharge, we offer the flexibility and generous leave you need to make it all work.

Flexible Working

We believe that a healthy work life balance is important, so we’ve built flexibility into the way we work. We offer flexible working for many of our roles across the firm.

Whether it’s school runs, family commitments, or simply needing a bit more breathing room in your schedule, we offer a range of flexible working options designed to support you:

– Flexible working patterns are available for many roles across the firm, including opportunities for remote or hybrid working, depending on your position.

– Our flexi-time scheme means there is potential to adjust your start and finish times to better suit your family’s routine.

–  You’ll also have the option to take up to 4 flex days per year, in addition to your holiday entitlement giving you extra time for those moments that matter most.

We’re committed to helping you thrive in your role—without having to compromise on your personal and family life.

Other Benefits

And there’s even more to support you throughout your career with us. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits that reflect our commitment to your personal, professional, and financial wellbeing:

– Potential for a fee earner bonus

– Contributory pension scheme to help plan for your future

– Supportive, inclusive team culture, where 89% of our people choose to stay

– Group Life Assurance (death in service) after 2 years’ service

– STAR Award (Special Thanks and Recognition) – celebrating those who go above and beyond

– Exceptional training and development programmes, including alternative routes into law

– A firm-wide ethos of promoting from within, with clear, tailored career progression opportunities

– Sick pay and contractual maternity pay entitlements, offering added peace of mind for you and your family

– Recruitment bonus payments for successful referrals

– Access to a Social Fund to support team events and wellbeing activities

– A range of voluntary benefits including the Westfield Health scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, and staff savings scheme

We’re proud to offer a workplace where your success is nurtured—and your wellbeing supported every step of the way.

If you have any questions regarding this vacancy please contact our HR team on 0114 249 6763 or email [email protected]

Please send all completed applications to [email protected] with the position applied for in the subject line

Please note, individual feedback will not be given due to the number of applicants we receive.

We’re currently seeking an experienced Public Law Children / Care Proceedings to join our established Public Law Children & Care Proceedings team.

– Work within one of the largest family law teams in the country

– Ranked on the Legal 500 in Yorkshire

– Join a friendly and supportive team of experienced family solicitors, with an exceptional reputation in the region

– Flexible working options designed to support you

Public Law Children Solicitor Vacancy

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented and motivated solicitor to join our highly regarded and fast-paced children law team.

You’ll be joining a friendly, supportive team with a strong ethos of collaboration and shared purpose. Our solicitors, paralegals, legal assistants, and secretaries work closely together to deliver exceptional client service—and to support one another.

While we operate across multiple offices, with members of the team based in each office, we function as one cohesive team, stepping in to assist with hearings, share workloads, and cover annual leave when needed. You’ll never feel isolated—we pride ourselves on creating a connected and team-driven working environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to relocate or move back to the South Yorkshire area.

You will have a solid understanding of childcare law, with experience managing your own public law caseload and conducting advocacy. Children Law Accreditation is desirable, though not essential.

This is a varied role that combines office-based work, court attendance, and remote working, offering flexibility alongside hands-on legal experience.

Our Family Law department is one of the largest in the North of England and enjoys an outstanding reputation across the region. We are proud to be ranked in the Legal 500, with excellent client feedback reflected in our rankings on Review Solicitors—#2 in Sheffield and #1 in both Rotherham and Barnsley.

Public Law Children Solicitor Responsibilities

As part of your role, you will be responsible for:

– Managing a diverse caseload of often complex child law work

– Providing written advice to the client, where necessary, managing the client’s expectations.

– Holding a caseload of care and pre proceedings cases; possibility of some private law children cases

– Advising clients on child protection, care proceedings, special guardianship, private law proceedings, fostering and adoption

– Attending court

– Attending PLO meetings

– Meeting the commercial requirements of the company through effective and efficient case management and excellent client care

About Howells Solicitors

Howells Solicitors is a well-established and highly regarded law firm serving clients across South Yorkshire—and nationwide in select areas of law.

With offices in Sheffield, Rotherham, and Barnsley, we provide expert legal advice and representation to individuals and families, offering both private and legal aid services. Our focus is on delivering high-quality, personal legal support across a broad range of areas, including family law, wills and probate, criminal defence, and civil litigation.

Our Children Law team is one of the largest and most respected in the North of England, with a strong reputation for handling complex cases involving care proceedings, social services involvement, and other children law matters.

Strategically located near family law courts centres in South Yorkshire—including our head office in Sheffield directly adjacent to the family courts—we’re well positioned to serve clients efficiently and effectively.

At Howells, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Our Children Law solicitors work as a close-knit, supportive team—reflecting the wider firm’s strong culture of teamwork, respect, and shared purpose.

Howells offer a wide range of benefits including:

Holiday Entitlement

We understand the importance of quality time – especially if you have a family at home. That’s why our holiday entitlement is designed to give you the time you need to truly switch off and enjoy life outside of work.

– Fee earners and managers receive 30 days of annual leave—well above the regional average for law firms.

– Support staff start with 23 days, increasing by 1 day each year of service up to 28 days, rewarding your commitment over time.

– Everyone also benefits from 3 additional discretionary days over the Christmas period, giving you more time to spend with loved ones during the holidays.

– On top of this, there are 8 bank holidays throughout the year.

Whether it’s school holidays, family travel, or simply time to recharge, we offer the flexibility and generous leave you need to make it all work.

Flexible Working

We believe that a healthy work life balance is important, so we’ve built flexibility into the way we work. We offer flexible working for many of our roles across the firm.

Whether it’s school runs, family commitments, or simply needing a bit more breathing room in your schedule, we offer a range of flexible working options designed to support you:

– Flexible working patterns are available for many roles across the firm, including opportunities for remote or hybrid working, depending on your position.

– Our flexi-time scheme means there is potential to adjust your start and finish times to better suit your family’s routine.

–  You’ll also have the option to take up to 4 flex days per year, in addition to your holiday entitlement giving you extra time for those moments that matter most.

We’re committed to helping you thrive in your role—without having to compromise on your personal and family life.

Other Benefits

And there’s even more to support you throughout your career with us. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits that reflect our commitment to your personal, professional, and financial well-being:

– Potential for a fee earner bonus

– Contributory pension scheme to help plan for your future

– Supportive, inclusive team culture, where 89% of our people choose to stay

– Group Life Assurance (death in service) after 2 years’ service

– STAR Award (Special Thanks and Recognition) – celebrating those who go above and beyond

– Exceptional training and development programmes, including alternative routes into law

– A firm-wide ethos of promoting from within, with clear, tailored career progression opportunities

– Sick pay and contractual maternity pay entitlements, offering added peace of mind for you and your family

– Recruitment bonus payments for successful referrals

– Access to a Social Fund to support team events and wellbeing activities

– A range of voluntary benefits including the Westfield Health scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, and staff savings scheme

We’re proud to offer a workplace where your success is nurtured—and your well-being supported every step of the way.

If you have any questions regarding this vacancy please contact our HR team on 0114 249 6763 or email [email protected]

Please send all completed applications to [email protected] with the position applied for in the subject line

Please note, individual feedback will not be given due to the number of applicants we receive.

 

We are searching for committed and experienced Contentious Probate Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our busy Wills, Trusts & Probate Department based at our offices in Sheffield, Rotherham and Barnsley.

Contentious Probate Solicitor Vacancy

Due to an increase of contentious probate client enquiries, we are recruiting for a contentious probate fee earner to assist with the team’s busy and growing workload. You will join our hardworking Wills, Trusts Probate, and Inheritance Disputes team.

The role will require you to work across our three South Yorkshire offices (Sheffield, Rotherham and Barnsley). You will provide high quality comprehensive legal advice to individuals seeking assistance in all aspects of Inheritance disputes, trustee and/or executor disputes and the validity of wills. 

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to relocate or move back to the South Yorkshire area.

This is also a rare opportunity for a contentious probate specialist looking to develop their knowledge and experience in an established and successful law firm and deal with an interesting and varied caseload.

The ideal candidate will ideally have at least 5+ years post-qualified experience and extensive knowledge of this area of law, be highly motivated, hardworking, and driven to achieve. Ideally you will be a member of the Association of Contentious Trusts and Probate Specialists (ACTAPS), although this is not essential.

There is also an opportunity for this position to be a dual role along with the dispute resolution position we have available, providing legal support for clients on all dispute enquiries.  

Whilst we are receiving a high volume of dispute enquiries, this is a fantastic and exciting opportunity for an experienced fee earner to grow and develop the role and lead the expansion of the disputes and contentious probate area of the firm.

Contentious Probate Solicitor Responsibilities

As part of your role, you will be able to:

– Manage a diverse caseload of complex and high value disputes.

– Provide expert legal advice and guidance to clients, understanding their individual circumstances and tailoring your approach to their specific needs whilst delivering high standards of client care and an excellent client experience.

– Work as part of a team where necessary to achieve excellent client focussed results.

– Meet the commercial requirements of the company through effective and efficient case management and successful outcomes.

– Contribute to the successful growth of the department and provide support to the directors by supervising and mentoring less experienced members of staff to enhance your own professional development, the client journey and the company’s vision.

About Howells Solicitors

Howells Solicitors is a well-established and highly regarded law firm serving clients across South Yorkshire—and nationwide in select areas of law.

With offices in Sheffield, Rotherham, and Barnsley, we provide expert legal advice and representation to individuals and families, offering both private and legal aid services. Our focus is on delivering high-quality, personal legal support across a broad range of areas, including family law, wills and probate, criminal defence, and civil litigation.

At Howells, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Our Children Law solicitors work as a close-knit, supportive team—reflecting the wider firm’s strong culture of teamwork, respect, and shared purpose.

Howells offer a wide range of benefits including:

Holiday Entitlement

We understand the importance of quality time – especially if you have a family at home. That’s why our holiday entitlement is designed to give you the time you need to truly switch off and enjoy life outside of work.

– Fee earners and managers receive 30 days of annual leave—well above the regional average for law firms.

– Support staff start with 23 days, increasing by 1 day each year of service up to 28 days, rewarding your commitment over time.

– Everyone also benefits from 3 additional discretionary days over the Christmas period, giving you more time to spend with loved ones during the holidays.

– On top of this, there are 8 bank holidays throughout the year.

Whether it’s school holidays, family travel, or simply time to recharge, we offer the flexibility and generous leave you need to make it all work.

Flexible Working

We believe that a healthy work life balance is important, so we’ve built flexibility into the way we work. We offer flexible working for many of our roles across the firm.

Whether it’s school runs, family commitments, or simply needing a bit more breathing room in your schedule, we offer a range of flexible working options designed to support you:

– Flexible working patterns are available for many roles across the firm, including opportunities for remote or hybrid working, depending on your position.

– Our flexi-time scheme means there is potential to adjust your start and finish times to better suit your family’s routine.

–  You’ll also have the option to take up to 4 flex days per year, in addition to your holiday entitlement giving you extra time for those moments that matter most.

We’re committed to helping you thrive in your role—without having to compromise on your personal and family life.

Other Benefits

And there’s even more to support you throughout your career with us. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits that reflect our commitment to your personal, professional, and financial well-being:

– Potential for a fee earner bonus

– Contributory pension scheme to help plan for your future

– Supportive, inclusive team culture, where 89% of our people choose to stay

– Group Life Assurance (death in service) after 2 years’ service

– STAR Award (Special Thanks and Recognition) – celebrating those who go above and beyond

– Exceptional training and development programmes, including alternative routes into law

– A firm-wide ethos of promoting from within, with clear, tailored career progression opportunities

– Sick pay and contractual maternity pay entitlements, offering added peace of mind for you and your family

– Recruitment bonus payments for successful referrals

– Access to a Social Fund to support team events and wellbeing activities

– A range of voluntary benefits including the Westfield Health scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, and staff savings scheme

We’re proud to offer a workplace where your success is nurtured—and your well-being supported every step of the way.

If you have any questions regarding this vacancy please contact our HR Manager on 0114 249 6763 or email [email protected]

Please send all completed applications to [email protected] with the position applied for in the subject line

Please note, individual feedback will not be given due to the number of applicants we receive.

We are searching for committed and experienced Dispute Resolution Solicitor to join our busy Civil Litigation Department based at our offices in Sheffield, Rotherham and Barnsley.

Dispute Resolution Solicitor Vacancy

Due to continued expansion of the team, we have a vacancy for a dispute resolution solicitor  to join our litigation team, based in our  Sheffield office. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to relocate or move back to the South Yorkshire area. Full and part time applicants will be considered. This role provides an opportunity to become involved in a broad spectrum of work and we wish to recruit someone with experience of contentious probate, property disputes, contract disputes and professional negligence.

This is a highly client facing role where the successful applicant will be able to develop their own chosen areas of specialism whilst working on a growing and varied caseload. The successful applicant will also take an active role in the marketing of the department.

About Howells Solicitors

Howells Solicitors is a well-established and highly regarded law firm serving clients across South Yorkshire—and nationwide in select areas of law.

With offices in Sheffield, Rotherham, and Barnsley, we provide expert legal advice and representation to individuals and families, offering both private and legal aid services. Our focus is on delivering high-quality, personal legal support across a broad range of areas, including family law, wills and probate, criminal defence, and civil litigation.

Howells offer a wide range of benefits including:

Holiday Entitlement

We understand the importance of quality time – especially if you have a family at home. That’s why our holiday entitlement is designed to give you the time you need to truly switch off and enjoy life outside of work.

– Fee earners and managers receive 30 days of annual leave—well above the regional average for law firms.

– Support staff start with 23 days, increasing by 1 day each year of service up to 28 days, rewarding your commitment over time.

– Everyone also benefits from 3 additional discretionary days over the Christmas period, giving you more time to spend with loved ones during the holidays.

– On top of this, there are 8 bank holidays throughout the year.

Whether it’s school holidays, family travel, or simply time to recharge, we offer the flexibility and generous leave you need to make it all work.

Flexible Working

We believe that a healthy work life balance is important, so we’ve built flexibility into the way we work. We offer flexible working for many of our roles across the firm.

Whether it’s school runs, family commitments, or simply needing a bit more breathing room in your schedule, we offer a range of flexible working options designed to support you:

– Flexible working patterns are available for many roles across the firm, including opportunities for remote or hybrid working, depending on your position.

– Our flexi-time scheme means there is potential to adjust your start and finish times to better suit your family’s routine.

–  You’ll also have the option to take up to 4 flex days per year, in addition to your holiday entitlement giving you extra time for those moments that matter most.

We’re committed to helping you thrive in your role—without having to compromise on your personal and family life.

Other Benefits

And there’s even more to support you throughout your career with us. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits that reflect our commitment to your personal, professional, and financial well-being:

– Potential for a fee earner bonus

– Contributory pension scheme to help plan for your future

– Supportive, inclusive team culture, where 89% of our people choose to stay

– Group Life Assurance (death in service) after 2 years’ service

– STAR Award (Special Thanks and Recognition) – celebrating those who go above and beyond

– Exceptional training and development programmes, including alternative routes into law

– A firm-wide ethos of promoting from within, with clear, tailored career progression opportunities

– Sick pay and contractual maternity pay entitlements, offering added peace of mind for you and your family

– Recruitment bonus payments for successful referrals

– Access to a Social Fund to support team events and wellbeing activities

– A range of voluntary benefits including the Westfield Health scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, and staff savings scheme

We’re proud to offer a workplace where your success is nurtured—and your well-being supported every step of the way.

If you have any questions regarding this vacancy please contact our HR Manager on 0114 249 6763 or email [email protected]

Please send all completed applications to [email protected] with the position applied for in the subject line

Please note, individual feedback will not be given due to the number of applicants we receive.