Join an award-winning firm of solicitors
Careers at Ridley & Hall
Join a Yorkshire firm with a national reputation in our 100th year. Since 1927, Ridley & Hall has helped people through the moments that matter most, and we've never stopped finding new ways to do it better. Be part of the next hundred years.
Current vacancies
Secretary – Family (Any Office)
Barnsley Office, Huddersfield Office, Leeds Office, Pontefract Office.
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Solicitor – Adoption and Kinship Care (Huddersfield or Barnsley)
Barnsley Office, Huddersfield Office.
Read job descriptionSolicitor – Family (Huddersfield, Barnsley or Leeds)
Barnsley Office, Huddersfield Office, Leeds Office.
Read job descriptionWhy join Ridley & Hall?
A century of changing lives.
A firm that feels like home.
Founded 1927.
Still ahead of our time.
Thomas Ridley and Frank Hall opened our doors in Huddersfield in 1927, and we've stayed relevant for a century the same way we started: by doing work others wouldn't. Our lawyers built national reputations in kinship care, adoption and missing people cases when those areas of law barely existed. Join us and you won't just practise law, you'll help shape it.
A firm that gives back.
Not just words.
Charity here isn't a poster in reception. Our people fundraise all year round for local causes, our senior partner holds an MBE for his work in kinship care, and our lawyers have shared their expertise as far away as Uganda and Brazil. A hundred years in Yorkshire teaches you that a firm is only as strong as the community around it.
Serious work. We don't take ourselves too seriously.
Ask our people what it's like here and they'll mention the work first: complex, meaningful, career-defining. Then they'll mention the birthday day off, volunteering in the community, the Ridley An' All social committee, and the friendships that make coming to work enjoyable. Award-winning law firm, genuinely good place to build be.
Rewards & benefits
A rewarding career is about more than salary alone. At Ridley & Hall, we’ve built a culture that supports your professional ambitions, personal wellbeing and life outside work. It’s one of the reasons our people stay, grow and recommend us to others.
- Clear career progression and development pathways
- Flexible and hybrid working that fits around life
- Paid volunteering days to support causes you care about
- Birthday leave and wellbeing-focused benefits
- An inclusive, award-winning culture built on support and respect
Learning & development
At Ridley & Hall, we believe great careers are built through continuous learning. From day one, you’ll have access to a wide range of development opportunities designed to help you grow professionally and personally.
Whether you’re taking your first steps in the legal profession or looking to progress into a leadership role, we provide structured training, mentoring, knowledge-sharing and ongoing support to help you achieve your goals.
“The Solicitor Apprenticeship Scheme is an appealing route to become a solicitor because I am able to learn on the job as well as in the classroom. Ridley and Hall are a supportive firm who have their employees best interests at heart, encouraging them to strive to the best of their potential without having to go down the traditional route. I am looking forward to gaining experience on the job whilst learning the ins and outs of different areas of law at university.”
Natalie Stephenson-Quayle
Paralegal
Careers
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Ridley & Hall different from other law firms?
We’re an award-winning Yorkshire law firm that combines high-quality legal work with a genuinely supportive culture. Our people work on complex, meaningful matters while benefiting from an environment that values growth, wellbeing, collaboration and community involvement.
What learning and development opportunities are available?
We are committed to helping our people achieve their potential. From mentoring and coaching to professional qualifications, internal training, legal updates and leadership development, we invest in continuous learning at every stage of your career.
Is there a clear path for career progression?
Yes. We believe in developing talent from within wherever possible. Whether you’re starting your career, looking to specialise, or aiming for leadership opportunities, we’ll work with you to support your professional ambitions and help you progress.
Do you offer flexible or hybrid working?
We understand that flexibility is important. Our approach to agile working helps our people balance their professional responsibilities with life outside work while continuing to deliver excellent service to our clients.
What is the culture like at Ridley & Hall?
Our culture is built around our values of Support, Growth and Respect. We work hard, celebrate successes together and create opportunities for colleagues across all offices to connect through social events, wellbeing initiatives, volunteering and community activities.
Do you support volunteering and community involvement?
Absolutely. We are passionate about making a positive difference in the communities we serve. Colleagues can take part in volunteering opportunities, charity fundraising activities and local community initiatives throughout the year.
What employee benefits do you offer?
Our benefits package includes a wide range of rewards designed to support wellbeing, personal development and work-life balance. From birthday leave and volunteering days to learning and development opportunities, we recognise that great careers are built on more than salary alone.
Why do people stay at Ridley & Hall?
Many of our people build long careers with us because they feel supported, valued and trusted. They enjoy challenging work, strong relationships with colleagues, opportunities to develop and a culture where they can be themselves.
