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Careers at Blandy & Blandy

Careers at Blandy & Blandy

Explore the latest opportunities to join our growing team in Reading, Henley-on-Thames and Wokingham below.

Join our Growing Team

Blandy & Blandy is recognised as one of the leading and longest established law firms in the Thames Valley.

With a team of 65 specialist solicitors and advisers, we are here to represent our clients in life and business, committed to developing long-lasting relationships and to delivering outstanding client care.

As a people business, we recognise that our continued growth and success relies on us having a strong team of highly talented, ambitious and committed colleagues who share and embody our values of excellence, integrity and approachability.

We acknowledge that every member of our team has a valued role to play in helping to deliver the trusted legal services and outstanding client care on which our leading reputation is based. We seek to support colleagues’ ongoing professional development and longer-term career development, whilst acknowledging everyone’s individual contribution and celebrating our shared achievements

A high proportion of our team have worked with us for many years, and we are very proud of our welcoming and supportive culture and firm belief in the importance of a positive work-life balance.

Our successful approach is reflected in a series of rankings, nominations and awards and through the excellent feedback we continue to receive. Since 2003, we have also held the Law Society’s Lexcel quality mark, which recognises firms that achieve excellence in legal practice management, compliance and client care.

We are confident you will also find that Blandy & Blandy offers a challenging, engaging, supportive and rewarding environment in which to continue your career.

Current Vacancies and Training Contracts

Please explore our current vacancies and the latest opportunities to join our growing team, or see further information on applying for a training contract

If you are invited to attend an interview and would like to make us aware of anything in advance, or require any reasonable adjustments, please speak to colleagues in our HR team. Further information on how to find each of our offices, including an accessibility guide, can be found here.

Candidates must be able to prove that they are eligible to work in the UK. Blandy & Blandy is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to eliminating discrimination and to promoting equality and diversity.

Benefits We Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Discretionary annual bonus scheme
  • Hybrid working (may vary dependent on your role)
  • At least 25 days annual leave, plus public holidays, and our offices are closed during Christmas and New Year
  • Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme
  • Life assurance (4 x salary)
  • Private medical insurance and/or healthcare cash plan scheme (which can be extended at a discounted rate to include family members)
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (after an initial period)
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Professional membership and subscription fees
  • Recruitment bonus scheme
  • Annual volunteering day
  • Interest free season ticket loan
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Breakout areas and a prayer and meditation room
  • Long service awards after five years
  • Regular social events and our annual summer outing and Christmas party
Benefits
Claire Dyer

“Our colleagues and the culture of our firm feed directly into the level of advice we provide and the excellent service we continue to deliver.”

Claire Dyer, Chair & Partner, Family Law

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Pam Kamel

“Blandy & Blandy stands out from the rest in that it is a personable firm yet, at the same time, provides an exceptionally high standard of client care and services across the board. It is refreshing to be part of a firm that invests its time and resources into the individuals working here. Each member of the firm celebrates in our milestones and successes. Firms that have this balance are very far and few, and by far this is the best career decision I have made.”

Pam Kamel, Associate, Residential Property

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Georgie Bright

“I am so proud to have qualified as a solicitor in the Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts team at Blandy & Blandy. I thoroughly enjoyed completing my training contract and that is thanks to the wonderful support I received throughout. I look forward to continuing my legal career with such a wonderful team.”

Georgie Bright, Solicitor, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Arousa Mir, Conveyancing Assistant, Residential Property

“Since joining Blandy & Blandy my experience has been really positive. The team has been incredibly welcoming and supportive. The onboarding process was well structured, making the transition from day one very smooth. I have particularly appreciated the time dedicated to training as this has enabled me to quickly become familiar with the firm’s systems and be confident in my role. It has also been great to take part in the firm’s social events, which has made it easy to get to know colleagues from different departments.”

Arousa Mir, Conveyancing Assistant, Residential Property

Olivia Butcher

“Blandy & Blandy stood out to me instantly, not only was it colleagues' breadth of experience and knowledge but also the firm's friendly, welcoming atmosphere.”

Olivia Butcher, Solicitor, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Dane Richardson, Facilities Assistant

“Since joining Blandy & Blandy in 2015 I have enjoyed every aspect of the role – no day is the same! The social side of the firm is applaudable, from office away days and Christmas parties to simple gatherings, I will continue to enjoy the work I put in for the team.”

Dane Richardson, Facilities Assistant

Ella Halsall

“I am so pleased to be at a firm where culture, community and charity is at the forefront.”

Ella Halsall, Trainee Solicitor

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Emily Boorman

“I feel very lucky to have trained as a solicitor at Blandy & Blandy, and to now be continuing my career with the firm and to continue working with such a wonderful team. As a trainee I gained highly rewarding legal experience in multiple departments, which developed my knowledge and confidence upon qualification. Everyone at Blandy & Blandy has been so supportive and I am very grateful to the firm and to all of my colleagues.”

Emily Boorman, Solicitor, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Gabriella Jones, Admin Assistant, Residential Property

“I am thankful to work in an environment where people are encouraged to flourish and grow, regardless of their background. As someone who came to the field with limited experience, I have felt supported and have been offered opportunities to learn, grow and push myself to be better whilst being supported by a team who truly cares for one another and will support each other.”

Gabriella Jones, Admin Assistant, Residential Property

Catherine Currie

“From the day I accepted a job at Blandy & Blandy I was made to feel welcome. I have received unwavering support from my team and the wider firm ever since, which has helped me progress my career and develop individually too. When you genuinely enjoy working with your colleagues, do not feel like ‘just another number’, and are celebrated for being integral to the success of a firm, you’ve struck gold!”

Catherine Currie, Associate, Family Law

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Jennifer Scott

“I am grateful for the support I have received from the incredible team at Blandy & Blandy. The firm truly values collaboration and home-grown talent, with many associate promotions this year being individuals who originally joined the firm as trainees or newly qualified solicitors. I’m looking forward to what’s ahead and to contributing even more to our success.”

Jennifer Scott, Associate, Charities & Education and Commercial

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James Rudin

“The day I was offered a training contract by Blandy & Blandy was one of the happiest days of my life. Blandy & Blandy has a great reputation and I am incredibly excited to be working in such a a challenging and rewarding environment.”

James Rudin, Trainee Solicitor

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Karen Todd, Legal Secretary, Commercial Property & Planning

“Working at Blandy & Blandy has been a breath of fresh air - everyone is so friendly and approachable and there was a supportive and welcoming atmosphere from day one. I feel truly valued and important in my role, with my contributions recognised and appreciated. There’s a real sense of teamwork across the firm, and the regular social events – including the yearly office outing – make it easy to build relationships with colleagues as well as enjoying some well-earned fun together.”

Karen Todd, Legal Secretary, Commercial Property & Planning

Anne Call

“Since joining Blandy & Blandy as a solicitor, I have been struck by how friendly and approachable everyone is. It is a joy to work with experts in their fields who are happy to work collaboratively to provide a seamless service to our clients.”

Anne Call, Solicitor, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Aaron Khatter

“Working in the Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts team has been an incredibly rewarding experience, and the quality of work is consistently engaging. Blandy & Blandy treats ‘learning on the job’ as a priority and senior members of the team are deeply invested in the professional progression of the team, including legal assistants and trainees. By regularly involving me in client meetings, they provide invaluable exposure to the nuances of estate planning and the delicate communication required in probate matters. Beyond the desk, the firm fosters a great social atmosphere. Whether informal coffee and cake catch-ups or organised team and firm events, there’s a strong sense of camaraderie that makes the second Tuesday of every month something to look forward to.”

Aaron Khatter, Legal Assistant, Wills, Probate Tax & Trusts

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Hana Ali

“I am very eager and excited to be completing my training contract at Blandy & Blandy. This was only heightened by the exceptionally welcoming and passionate team at Blandy & Blandy. I look forward to continuing to work with and learn from everyone.”

Hana Ali, Trainee Solicitor

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Tasha Bevan-Stewart

“Blandy & Blandy is an extremely warm and welcoming place to work. Whilst everyone is dedicated to their specialist area and delivering first-rate client service, they are never too busy for a friendly chat or to help out with a query. I look forward to continuing to work with my fantastic colleagues.”

Tasha Bevan-Stewart, Partner, Family Law

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Minnaar Badenhorst

“I have been made to feel very welcome at Blandy & Blandy from the outset. The welcoming ethos, care and support of the partners and colleagues are values that I share.”

Minnaar Badenhorst , Associate, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Louise Low

“Throughout my training and beyond, I have gained incredible experience thanks to the firm’s fantastic client base and the willingness of colleagues to support my involvement in matters. Upon qualification, I felt fully equipped and supported to take the next step in my career. The firm has a great culture and hosts regular social events which has offered the opportunity to really get to know my colleagues.”

Louise Low, Associate, Dispute Resolution

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Andrew Smith

“The department stands out as being a proper team, in structure, practice and culture. Other places I have worked say they are but really are a collection of individuals, which is nothing like the same thing.”

Andrew Smith, Senior Solicitor, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Anisha Ali

“I am delighted to have completed my training contract with the firm and to have qualified into the top tier Family team. I am very grateful for the unwavering support and guidance I received from my supervisors and colleagues during my two years of training, and I’m confident that this support will continue as I step into my role as a newly qualified solicitor. There is truly no other place I’d rather continue developing my legal career as a Family lawyer than at Blandy & Blandy.”

Anisha Ali, Solicitor, Family Law

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John Dingle

“I have been at the firm for over a decade. I was attracted to Blandy & Blandy because of its excellent reputation in the Thames Valley, by the firm's people and the culture.”

John Dingle, Partner, Commercial Property

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Elizabeth Owen

“I have been a solicitor at Blandy & Blandy since I qualified in 2021. During that time, the firm has supported and encouraged me so that I have continued to develop my knowledge and expertise, including attaining Resolution’s Specialist Accreditation in the areas of domestic abuse and private law children. This is a direct result of the particular support, trust and challenge that have been provided during my time at the firm. My purpose has always been focused on supporting individuals and communities and Blandy & Blandy prides itself on the service it offers to the Thames Valley area.”

Elizabeth Owen, Associate, Family Law

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Peter Hilton

“I was delighted to join Blandy & Blandy as they are a very well-known and well-regarded firm, with a reputation for first-rate expertise. Upon joining I found the firm extremely welcoming, with a significant focus on culture and development. It is a full-service firm but feels as if it is one cohesive team.”

Peter Hilton, Associate, Family Law

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Debbie Brett

“I trained at Blandy’s so have been here for all of my legal life! I consider myself lucky to come to work here every day with talented, likeable, people.”

Debbie Brett, Partner, Corporate & Commercial

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Kirsti Harvey

“The firm encourages development and career progression, and my journey at Blandy & Blandy is an excellent example of that. I joined in 2013 as a legal secretary, qualified as a legal executive in 2019 before cross qualifying as a solicitor in 2021. I was then promoted to an associate in 2024. The firm and my colleagues have been incredibly supportive throughout.”

Kirsti Harvey, Associate, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Mandy Williamson

“I’ve worked at Blandy and Blandy for approaching 20 years and still love it. The firm is so welcoming and friendly, from the top to the bottom. Everyone is very professional and keep the firm’s values at the top of our minds at all times.”

Mandy Williamson, Accounts Manager

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Natasha Hood

“I have been working at Blandy & Blandy for several years now and am grateful every day for the amazing team I work with. I completed my training at the firm and was lucky enough to work with several departments during my training contract. Every team is amazing and vital in making up our wonderful firm. Our Residential Property team is spread across all of our offices, but we all support each other and are able to enjoy close collaboration with the Family Law team and the Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts team. ”

Natasha Hood, Solicitor, Residential Property

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Rebecca Ledgerwood

“There is a good work life balance with plenty of opportunities for having a bit of fun along the way. The annual office outing is an event enjoyed by all staff and is just one of the many tokens by which the partners acknowledge that the success of the firm really is a team effort.”

Rebecca Ledgerwood, Associate, Family Law

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Caitlin Mackenzie

“My experience working at Blandy & Blandy has far exceeded my (already high) expectations. From day one I was made to feel welcome by the team and the wider firm. I have quickly become immersed in the culture and have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know my colleagues, as well as contacts and friends of the firm, through a variety of events I’ve had the pleasure of attending. I look forward to what the future holds for me at Blandy & Blandy.”

Caitlin Mackenzie, Marketing and Business Development Executive

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David Murray

“I was attracted to Blandy & Blandy because of its fine heritage and exciting future. The firm simply refuses to rest on its fine credentials and is constantly looking to innovate and develop.”

David Murray, Partner, Dispute Resolution - Commercial Disputes & Insolvency

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Krystle Penrose, Conveyancing Assistant, Residential Property

“Working at Blandy & Blandy over the past few years has been a whirlwind of growth, support and opportunity. I have experienced a sense of community within the firm – we are always there for each other and work hand in hand. I started off in the Commercial Property team and grew very much as a professional in that area of law, and then moved into the Residential Property team, where I have come to experience a fast-paced and client-based role that I love. Detailed training is always on hand within the firm, which helps us to deliver a very high spec of work. I look forward for what is to come within Blandy’s and I cherish my time here.”

Krystle Penrose, Conveyancing Assistant, Residential Property

  • Why Choose Blandy & Blandy Solicitors?

  • Reputation

    We are proud to be recognised as one of the leading law firms in the Thames Valley.

  • Your career

    We offer a competitive package and benefits and will support you in developing your career.

  • Award-winning

    We continue to receive a growing number of rankings and awards.

  • Connectivity

    Our offices are centrally located in Reading, Henley-on-Thames and Wokingham, with excellent transport links.

  • Culture & values

    We are proud of our welcoming and supportive culture and promote a healthy work-life balance.

  • Engaging and enjoyable

    We get to know one other through an enjoyable annual mix of social events.

Life in Our Firm

Award-Winning

Award-Winning

Receiving a growing number of rankings, and awards.

Well-Connected

Well-Connected

Regularly hosting and attending events.

Feeling Festive

Feeling Festive

Getting together at our Christmas Party.

Away Day

Away Day

Enjoying our firm-wide Summer outing.

Opportunities

Opportunities

CPR training from Thames Valley Air Ambulance.

Volunteering

Volunteering

Giving our time through volunteering.

Our Community

Our Community

Supporting good causes in our local community.

Giving Back

Giving Back

Fundraising for local charities.

Getting Together

Getting Together

Enjoying regular team and firm-wide social events.

CPD

CPD

Benefitting from training and development opportunities.

Careers

Careers

Supporting our colleagues' career progression.

Updates

Updates

Sharing regular firm-wide updates.

Awards & Accreditations

Top tier firm, Chambers UK Guide

Top tier firm, Chambers UK Guide

Top tier firm, The Legal 500

Top tier firm, The Legal 500

The Law Society's legal practice quality mark for practice management and client care

The Law Society's legal practice quality mark for practice management and client care

'Very good' rating, Best Companies Survey

'Very good' rating, Best Companies Survey

Winner, Thames Valley Women in Business Awards 2016

Winner, Thames Valley Women in Business Awards 2016