Career growth
We're keen to see our members' careers grow so we have developed practice management and leadership training as well as the opportunity to be accredited as a specialist in a number of fields. We also offer members the opportunity to get involved in our committee work or take on a mentoring role.
Paralegal Practice Certificate
The course is run over two years, the first year lays the foundations of the necessary skills and legal knowledge for the paralegal and the second year deals with the parameters of the paralegal’s role and helps to build specialisation.
Developing your career in a big firm
Explore common progression structures, alternative roles and information about key skills and how to develop them to advance your big firm career.
Freelancing
Are you considering a change in the way you work? Freelancing provides flexibility, and freelancers work in a range of patterns. Find out more about what it entails, whether it might be for you and read case studies to hear about the experience others have had.
Dual-qualifying in another jurisdiction
As a Scottish solicitor, you can apply to dual-qualify in jurisdictions around the world. Read case studies, find out about BARBRI's preparation courses and information about the requalification process.
Career mentoring scheme
We run a successful career mentoring scheme, which supports those hoping to advance their legal careers. Find our about becoming a mentor or a mentee.
Committee membership
Join one our 60 committees carrying out vital work on a range of issues from improving the law and legal practice to protecting the public interest.
Career support and advice
We have a dedicated careers team, who provide advice on employability skills, entry to the profession and career growth.
Employability advice
If you're looking for a job, make sure you have the basics right. Use our guidance for writing a great CV, completing applications and preparing for interviews.