Qualified professionals

Advance your career with purpose

As a qualified lawyer or solicitor at Steele Raymond, you’ll find an environment that genuinely rewards your professional growth.

Here you’ll take on meaningful work, lead on significant projects, and contribute directly to our firm’s continued success. We offer clear paths to advancement, tailored mentoring, and the support you need to excel at every stage.

Steele Raymond Associate

Substantial work, genuine responsibility

At Steele Raymond, your experience is valued from day one. You will handle high-calibre cases, complex transactions, and substantial matters, without the bureaucracy of a large city firm.

Your insights, skills, and leadership will be trusted and relied upon, providing you with direct engagement with partners and clients alike. 

A supportive environment, every day

From navigating challenging client relationships to handling intricate legal matters, you'll always have someone to turn to at Steele Raymond. Our open-door culture and genuine emphasis on collaboration mean colleagues actively listen, support, and help each other succeed. Our team operates with mutual respect and humility, making sure that every voice counts and everyone feels valued. 

‘If someone had told me I would be working towards the CTA qualification 2 years ago I would have laughed - but instead I feel so much support in this journey of self-development. We are encouraged to become the best we can and to follow our passions and interests, ultimately for the benefit of our clients and colleagues.’

Clear pathways, tailored development

We support your career ambitions through structured mentorship, regular feedback, and clear pathways to promotion. Your progression here is guided by transparent frameworks, ensuring you always know how and when you can advance. We are deeply invested in your professional growth, offering continuous opportunities to enhance your legal expertise and leadership capabilities. 

Balancing ambition with lifestyle

Working at Steele Raymond means more than just a rewarding professional life. Enjoy living and working in the South Coast, where affordable living, vibrant communities, and beautiful coastlines are within easy reach. Lunchtime beach visits and after-work socials enhance your workday, making sure professional excellence is matched by genuine enjoyment of your surroundings.

‘Colleagues are all like minded individuals and the partners treat us like grown ups - not man managed, but trusted to run files as efficiently and effectively as possible.

Lead meaningful change

Our internal committees for ESG and wellbeing give you real opportunities to influence our firm’s broader impact. Whether through sustainability initiatives, community outreach, or improving internal practices, your ideas and leadership genuinely matter. We encourage you to use your voice to shape our firm’s direction and culture. 

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Associates making a difference

Mid-level associates at Steele Raymond continually demonstrate the firm’s commitment to professional growth and personal wellbeing. 

Let's talk about your future

Explore our current opportunities or start a confidential conversation about joining Steele Raymond. We're always keen to connect with ambitious professionals looking to advance their careers in a supportive, impactful environment.

If you are ready to grow your career, browse our current vacancies or contact Liz Phipps, our HR Director.