Altrincham | Liverpool, UK
A Graduate AI Developer role focused on researching, building, and implementing AI solutions to improve business processes within a tech-driven law firm.About PLS SolicitorsPLS Solicitors is a well-established UK law firm specialising in conveyancing (the legal process of buying/selling property). We have built a strong reputation within the industry and continue to grow and evolve as a business.We combine legal expertise with a focus on improving how we work, using technology to enhance our processes and client experience. As we continue to explore how AI can support the business, we are building an internal AI capability designed to bring fresh thinking, experimentation and practical application into a real-world environment.Salary: £38-45k for full time hoursWe are looking for a Graduate AI Developer to join our growing technology team and play a central role in shaping how AI is used across the business. You’ll work directly with the Head of IT and Head of Development, helping define where AI can create value and building solutions that support real operational challenges.From day one, you’ll work on meaningful projects with genuine ownership. Rather than following a predefined task list, you’ll be given problems to explore, research and solve – using your technical knowledge, curiosity and initiative to bring ideas to life.This role would suit:A 2026 graduate in AI, Computer Science, Data Science or a related fieldA recent graduate (2024/2025) with early industry experience looking for a more innovative and hands-on opportunityA final-year or postgraduate student studying part-time who can work alongside their studiesWhat You’ll Be Doing:Research and explore how AI can be applied within a growing business environment, drawing on your academic background and current knowledge of the AI landscapeBuild and deliver AI-focused solutions aligned to operational prioritiesWork with AI-assisted development tooling such as Claude Code as part of your daily workflowCollaborate with technical stakeholders across platform, web and architecture teams to ensure AI considerations feed into ongoing re-writes and new buildsContribute to architectural discussions, bringing forward proposals for how AI can improve workflows, document processing, data analysis, and internal toolingMaintain clear documentation so solutions can be developed and built upon over timeStay up to date with developments across AI tooling, frameworks and practical applicationsParticipate in code reviews and contribute to development best practiceWhat We’re Looking For:EssentialDegree in AI, Computer Science, Data Science or a related disciplineStrong understanding of AI concepts gained through study and practical applicationSQL experienceEvidence of building something outside of university work – personal projects, GitHub contributions, hackathons or experimentationStrong communication skills and the ability to explain technical ideas clearlyCurious, self-motivated and comfortable working with loosely defined problemsInterest in how AI can solve real-world business challenges within regulated or operational environmentsDesirableExposure to Azure, AWS or GCPPython experienceJavaScript / TypeScript or Node.js experienceExperience using AI-assisted development tools such as Claude Code or GitHub CopilotUnderstanding of NLP, document processing, RAG or agentic workflowsPlacement, internship or early industry experienceWhat You’ll Get in Return:Work directly with senior technical leaders and help shape a growing AI capabilityReal ownership from day one – your ideas won’t sit on the sidelinesOpportunity to apply AI in a practical business setting rather than purely academic researchSupportive hybrid working modelExposure to real systems, architecture discussions and business challengesA chance to build something meaningful as part of an evolving technology strategyJoin a growing, tech-driven law firm with a genuine focus on innovation.Long-term development opportunities and progression pathways – including study support options (employer-funded after 12- months).25 days AL + Bank Holidays, with buy/carry over optionsEmployee benefits: death in service, healthcare plan, EAP, counselling, and salary sacrificeExtras: free conveyancing, mortgage advice, staff discountsWe will be prioritising candidates who can provide the below with their application:GitHub profile or portfolio links (where available)Examples of projects, hackathons or experimentation outside of courseworkAny placement, internship or industry experience
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