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Co-op Legal Services provides professional, accessible and jargon-free legal advice to members, customers and commercial partners. We regularly recruit for qualified and non-qualified jobs, so whether you’re an experienced lawyer or someone who’s keen to explore the possibilities of a career in the law, you can make a difference here.
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Customers trust us to provide fairly-priced, expert advice, without the jargon. We’ve grown to become the country’s largest probate service provider, offering help to bereaved families 24/7 online, over the phone and face-to-face.
You’ll find career opportunities here whether or not you have legal qualifications. We offer a variety of routes into legal practice, a clear career progression framework, and early career options which provide a cost effective alternative to university.
You’ll find our offices in Manchester, Sheffield, Stratford-upon-Avon and Bristol.
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Probate
Probate is the legal and financial process of dealing with the property, money, and possessions of a person who has died. We help and support thousands of bereaved people and families, many of whom have been previously supported by Co-op Funeralcare.
Wills
At Co-op Legal Services our will writing advisors discuss our customers' wishes, offer guidance and help to make a will that’s right for their circumstances.
Family
Family law solicitors offer a wide range of family law legal services to our customers. Our areas of practice range from family law and divorce to legal separation and child custody.
Personal Injury
Every year, our personal injury solicitors and litigation lawyers secure millions of pounds in compensation through personal injury claims for people injured in accidents through no fault of their own.
Medical Negligence
Our medical negligence solicitors specialise in recovering compensation for patients who have suffered medical negligence and medical accidents caused by healthcare professionals.
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Benefits
You can access a range of benefits – from discounts and rewards to ethical pensions, medical care and 24/7 access to our employee assistance service. After all, working at Co-op isn't your standard job. We also offer flexible and remote working options for a number of our roles.
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28 days holiday (rising to 32 days in line with service)
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Pension with up to 10% employer contribution
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Free access to Lifeworks – a platform to support your wellbeing
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Hybrid working which lets you choose when to be in the office
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Structured career progression and development opportunities
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Discounts on a wide range of Co-op products and services
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Probate
Probate is the legal and financial process of dealing with the property, money, and possessions of a person who has died. We help and support thousands of bereaved people and families, many of whom have been previously supported by Co-op Funeralcare.
Family
Family law solicitors offer a wide range of family law legal services to our customers. Our areas of practice range from family law and divorce to legal separation and child custody.
Wills
At Co-op Legal Services our will writing advisors discuss our customers' wishes, offer guidance and help to make a will that’s right for their circumstances.
Personal Injury
Every year, our personal injury solicitors and litigation lawyers secure millions of pounds in compensation through personal injury claims for people injured in accidents through no fault of their own.
Medical Negligence
Our medical negligence solicitors specialise in recovering compensation for patients who have suffered medical negligence and medical accidents caused by healthcare professionals.
Benefits
You can access a range of benefits – from discounts and rewards to ethical pensions, medical care and 24/7 access to our employee assistance service. After all, working at Co-op isn't your standard job. We also offer flexible and remote working options for a number of our roles.
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28 days holiday (rising to 32 days in line with service)
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Pension with up to 10% employer contribution
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Free access to Lifeworks – a platform to support your wellbeing
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Hybrid working which lets you choose when to be in the office
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Structured career progression and development opportunities
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Discounts on a wide range of Co-op products and services
Our stories
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How I qualified as a solicitor with Co-op Legal Services Trainee Solicitor, Nathan Smith, shares his career journey from Legal Assistant to Case Manager whilst completing his Legal Practice Course (LPC). Read story -
From Debt Caseworker to Legal Case Manager Case Manager, Coral Forshaw, talks about her change of direction and building a rewarding career at Co-op Legal Services. Read story -
Moving to Co-op Legal Services was the challenge I needed to kick-start my career Jo, Probate Team Leader, shares her journey of making the switch from private practice and what makes Co-op Legal Services different. Read story