Careers at Goughs

Further your career at an award-winning law firm

A range of excellent opportunities currently exist to work within Goughs Solicitors – one of Wiltshire’s largest law firms, which continues to invest and grow. Our expansion is a reflection of our strong performance, our continuing focus on strategic planning and our commitment to providing an excellent service to all clients.

Lindsey Nolan

“Goughs are a forward thinking law firm, with traditional values but a modern approach. They encourage autonomy whilst also providing a support network that allows growth and progression.”

Elliot Chambers

Goughs is such a friendly, progressive firm with a good local reputation. I enjoyed working as a solicitor for Goughs before so it was reassuring to know that the opportunity to come back to my role in the Private Client department would be so welcomed.

Nadine Stevenson

I really enjoy working at Goughs because I have a great work-life balance and have been able to really grow my confidence when it comes to more complex cases. Crucially, I have learnt to understand my value through the experience and expertise I offer.

I have also been able to progress my career quickly and the Firm have recognised my hard work and have made me feel appreciated.

Rebecca Bailey

“It’s friendly and approachable atmosphere and sense of camaraderie!”

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Latest Vacancies

Private Client Legal Assistant
Location: Melksham
Salary: £24,750 – £28,360 DOE
Work Type: Full-time, permanent
Employment Lawyer
Location: Greenways, Chippenham
Salary: Competitive DOE
Work Type: Full-time, permanent
Family Lawyer
Location: One of our Wiltshire offices (flexible, based on your area of specialism)
Salary: From £48,000 – £90,000+ DOE
Work Type: Full or part time – 2/3 days in the office
Commercial contracts team Goughs Solicitors

Why work at Goughs?

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In the past 2 years, we’ve had 34 people join the firm

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49% of employees have been with the firm over 3 years

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In the last 4 years, 40% of Solicitors who joined the firm were promoted to Associate within 2 years.

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Over 40% of our current Partners joined us as Trainee Solicitors

Life at Goughs

Life at Goughs

Our Values

Trust

We value and take personal responsibility for the privilege of trust placed in us by our clients. As colleagues, we build and maintain a culture of mutual trust.

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Accountability

We celebrate our successes and take responsibility for finding solutions to the challenges we face.

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Engagement

We listen: It is integral to our work to actively engage with our clients in order to fully understand their needs.

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Teamwork

We recognise that we provide the best service to our clients when we act as a cohesive team supporting one another.

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Excellence

We take personal pride in the quality of our work. Our clients receive the same attention and quality of service we would expect for ourselves or our families.

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Our History

1882

George Gough opened the first Goughs office in Calne

1999

Middletons merged with Goughs

2019

Family team recognised in Legal500 and Chambers & Partners

2020

Real Estate and Private Client teams recognised by Chambers & Partners and Legal500

2021

Opened our 7th office, our Corporate Hub, in Chippenham

2021

Goughs’ Armed Forces team awarded the Silver ERS Award

2022

Engagement Committee established for our people

2024

Became a 'Times Best Place to Work' firm for the first time

2026

Overhauled our Melksham office with a new look

Awards

Legal500

Our Family and Private Client teams have been recognised in The Legal 500 rankings for eight consecutive years, reflecting our consistent commitment to excellence, outstanding client service, and trusted legal expertise.

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Bath Life Awards Legal Winner

Winning the Bath Life Awards Legal Winner 2026 is a tremendous achievement and a reflection of the dedication, expertise, and exceptional service our team delivers every day. We are incredibly proud to be recognised as a leader in the legal sector.

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Chambers & Partners

Our Real Estate, Family, and Private Client teams have been recognised by Chambers and Partners for seven consecutive years, demonstrating the depth of expertise, exceptional client service, and trusted advice that define our practice.

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Best Place to Work 2026

Winning Best Place to Work for three consecutive years is a testament to our exceptional culture, dedicated people, and ongoing commitment to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

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