Join Moore Barlow
Build a career that matters, with a firm that puts people first.
At Moore Barlow, we’re proud to be a career law firm. For us, that means creating a place where people can build long, fulfilling careers rather than just pass through.
We invest in you from day one, giving you the chance to do meaningful work and the support and flexibility you need to thrive. You’ll learn from experienced colleagues, have space to grow at your own pace, and get guidance that’s tailored to your goals.
Whether you’re taking your first step into law, switching careers, or ready to move into leadership, you’ll find opportunities that match ambition with a healthy work / life balance. And you’ll be part of a team that values you as a person, not just a job title.
We want people to join us for the long term, so we work hard to create a culture where you feel included, trusted, and able to bring your whole self to work.
You’ll have room to shape your career in a way that feels right for you, with colleagues who want to see you succeed and a firm that grows with you.
Explore our current vacancies
Start your journey with Moore Barlow today – explore the latest roles across legal and business support teams.
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Supporting you – every step of the way
Life at Moore Barlow
Life here is about balance and challenge in equal measure. We deliberately keep working hours and targets realistic; with hybrid working, a 35-hour week, and a sensible approach to billable hours that avoids a culture of long hours and burnout. This approach gives our people the time to do their best work and enjoy life outside the office.
At the same time, the quality of our work is high. Many of our lawyers have trained in Magic Circle and Silver Circle firms before joining us, drawn by the chance to handle complex, interesting cases while striking a better balance. You’ll be trusted with work that stretches you, develops your skills, and keeps your career moving forward.
Our culture is collaborative and people-first. We live by four values: Human First, Stronger Together, Lead the Way, and Make it Happen. These shape everything we do; from the way we support clients to how we look after each other. You’ll also find active committees in areas like diversity and inclusion, wellbeing, sustainability, and social activities – all giving you the chance to get involved and help shape the firm.
A career law firm
Discover more what life at Moore Barlow entails and why we truly are a career law firm.
Best Law Firm for Work Life Balance 2026
Moore Barlow has been named Best law firm for work life balance 2026 at the Legal Cheek Awards.
Building careers – Inside our training contract
At Moore Barlow, we are committed to developing the next generation of talented lawyers through a hands-on, supportive, and enriching training experience. Our trainees work alongside experienced professionals, gaining exposure to high-quality work from day one. In this video, hear directly from our trainees as they share their experiences, the challenges they’ve tackled, and the moments that have shaped their careers so far.
Benefits at Moore Barlow
Our benefits are designed to support your health, wellbeing and future. They include:
- 28 days holiday (rising to 30 after five years) – plus two half days per year to volunteer with a charity of your choice
- Private medical insurance and employee assistance programme
- Up to 10% bonus when we hit our profit target – plus additional team performance and client-referral bonus schemes
- Enhanced family policies
- 8% pension contribution (with options to increase)
- Income protection and life assurance
- Study sponsorship, season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme
- Electric Vehicle leasing scheme
We also offer regular social events and access to discounts through our MooreBenefits platform.
Explore our benefits
Explore more detail on Moore Barlow’s benefits package, from annual leave to study sponsorship and everything in between.
Meet our People team
Career development
Your career with us will be personal to you. From Apprentices to Partners, we give people the tools, encouragement and opportunities to grow.
- Career frameworks – Our development frameworks set out the skills and experiences needed at each stage, helping you see where you are and where you want to go next.
- Regular check-ins – We value open conversations with your leader, not just annual reviews. These discussions help you track progress, set goals and identify opportunities.
- Learning and training – You’ll have access to our digital learning platform 24/7, as well as in-person workshops, networking events and off-site training.
- Mentoring – Trainees, newly qualified lawyers and others stepping into new stages of their careers are paired with mentors who’ve been through the same journey.
- Study sponsorship – For those pursuing further qualifications, we offer sponsorship to support your study and professional memberships.
- Leadership pathways – For colleagues aiming for senior roles, our leadership and partner programmes provide the wider skills needed to succeed.
- Secondments and shadowing – Opportunities to broaden your experience, whether through client secondments or learning alongside colleagues in different teams.
We encourage everyone to take ownership of their development. If you’re ambitious, curious and open to new challenges, you’ll find Moore Barlow a place where you can achieve your potential.
Why join us?
Already ranked in the Times Top 100 law firms to work for, we’re building something special – a firm where talented people can do great work without losing sight of balance, wellbeing and purpose. If you’re looking for a place to progress your career while working in a collaborative, supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Supporting you every step of the way
We take your career development as seriously as you do. Discover how we can support you on your career journey.
From Paralegal to Partner
Sophie Winstanley began her journey at Moore Barlow as a paralegal. She then secured a spot in the firm’s trainee programme, ultimately qualifying as a solicitor in the Major Trauma team.
Her dedication and expertise have since propelled her to the position of Partner. Watch Sophie’s story and discover how Moore Barlow supported to nurture her talent, helping her achieve her full potential.