Published: 21-Apr-26 | By APSCo
Legal Research

Vacancysoft & APSCo Legal Sector Trends Report | April 2026

Legal hiring across England and Wales is set to gain momentum in 2026, with growth building on the previous year’s recovery.

 

Demand is forecast to increase by 13.7%, up from 9.8% between 2024 and 2025, indicating a more active hiring environment. Both law firms and corporate legal teams are responding to sustained workloads, although the pace of expansion remains measured rather than aggressive. 

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