Bring your whole self to the team

Diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities are at the core of how we do things as a firm.

We come from a wide range of diverse backgrounds. We all have different life experiences, viewpoints and perspectives.

Our working environment is one where everyone feels valued, included, and able to be themselves. We want to be representative of our clients and the communities which we are part of.

Inclusivity enables us to:

Attract and retain a diverse and talented team
Build stronger relationships with clients
Give great service
Encourage collaboration
Find innovative solutions

We are committed to upholding our values and treating our people, our clients and those we work with fairly and with respect.

View our diversity and inclusion data here

Award winning

Diversity, Inclusion and Equality award 2022

Diversity, Inclusion and Equality award 2023

Employer of the Year award 2023

Yorkshire Legal Awards 2023 finalists

Your wellbeing

We hold events and activities throughout the year, focusing on maintaining our good health and wellbeing. From wellbeing cafes and celebratory meals through to laughter yoga and managing stress workshops.

Our team of seven Mental Health First Aiders are available at all times, and we’ll check in with you regularly to see how things are going.

You’ll have opportunities to socialise and take part in charity events, our internal newsletter will give you a great insight to your colleagues, and we’ll keep you supplied with fresh fruit every week!

View our careers page to find out more and how to apply.

“We are proud to support #breakthebias as part of International Women’s Day.

Schofield Sweeney is a diverse and inclusive law firm, where everyone is valued”

International Women’s Day

“We were delighted to win the award for diversity, inclusion and equality!”

Award winners

“Our first annual Iftar dinner was attended by staff from all three offices.

It was great to catch up with those that we don’t see from day to day.”

Iftar dinner

“It was a great evening at our trainee social, it was lovely to get to meet up with the trainees before they join us”

Trainee social event at Escape Hunt

“We love having the guide dogs in to visit as part of our wellbeing events”