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London Training Contract August 2027 & February 2028

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Clifford Chance

5d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Legal
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a 2:1 degree, complete PGDL and SQE, possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, demonstrate leadership, and show a genuine interest in legal work and client service.
  • You will draft documents, conduct due diligence, attend meetings, prepare court materials, research real estate, and manage small transactions, gaining experience across various practice areas.

Requirements

  • - If you are applying for our London Training Contract and you have not studied a law degree then you will need to complete the PGDL prior to joining us as a Trainee
  • - Please note that if you are a Scots or Irish law student or graduate you may be required to do elements of the PGDL
  • - All Future Trainees will also need to complete the SQE prior to joining us as a Trainee, this is irrespective of whether you have already completed the LPC
  • - All Future Trainees who have already completed the SQE will still need to complete the Clifford Chance Plus Programme, which is a bespoke course designed by our lawyers in collaboration with the University of Law
  • - Both the PGDL and SQE are funded by Clifford Chance and we will provide a maintenance grant to use during your studies
  • - If you have already completed the PGDL and/or SQE, you need to have passed on first attempt
  • - Our Training Contract is open to penultimate year law students, final year law and non-law students and graduates
  • - You must be eligible to start your Training Contract in August 2027 and/or February 2028
  • - You must have achieved or be on track to achieve a 2:1 or above in your undergraduate degree
  • - Outside of our academic requirements, you do not need any specific experiences or legal knowledge prior to applying for this role
  • - Business awareness and problem solving with commercial insight and an ability to identify legal and business issues
  • - An ability to understand our clients needs and provide exceptional client service, putting clients at the heart of everything you do
  • - Leadership and collaboration skills with a natural enthusiasm for being a team player
  • - An ability to multi-task, remain organised and thrive through challenges in a fast-paced high-pressure and high-performance environment with demanding deadlines
  • - Strong oral and written communication skills, including being reliable and responsive, and providing regular updates to team members when needed
  • - An ability to demonstrate a real desire to learn from those around you and with an ambition to progress and gain exposure within the firm and with clients
  • - The ability and desire to take pride in your approach to work and your work output, including proactively seeking feedback and taking responsibility for your own career
  • - Knowledge of and a genuine interest in the role, firm and our clients with an understanding of how this aligns with your skillset and career ambitions

Responsibilities

  • - During the two-year Training Contract, you will experience the challenging high-performance world of commercial law and gain the breadth of experience you need to emerge as a confident solicitor in England and Wales.
  • - You will have four six-month rotations, giving you the opportunity to explore the firm's practice areas.
  • - You will have to do at least one of your seats in Global Financial Markets, our largest practice area.
  • - You may have the opportunity to undertake an international secondment, a client secondment or a split seat secondment with our Disputes team and our Pro Bono clients.
  • - Whilst your experience in each seat will be very different, in all of them you will develop your legal and business skills, gain insight into our high-profile clients, and enhance your commercial awareness.
  • - The tasks you undertake could include drafting and proofing documents, conducting due diligence on a client's acquisition target, attending client meetings, preparing documents for a court hearing, researching titles and leases on a real estate portfolio, or creating a data room ahead of a major transaction.
  • - You may even run some smaller transactions for our clients.

FAQs

What is the salary for a Trainee Solicitor during the training contract?

The salary for a Trainee Solicitor is £56,000 in the first year, £61,000 in the second year, and £150,000 as a newly qualified lawyer.

How long is the Training Contract?

The Training Contract lasts for two years, during which you will have four six-month rotations.

Is prior legal knowledge required before applying for the Training Contract?

No, you do not need specific legal knowledge prior to applying, but you should demonstrate relevant attributes and skills.

What qualifications do I need to complete before starting the Training Contract?

You need to complete the PGDL and SQE prior to joining, and if you have completed these already, you must have passed them on your first attempt.

When is the application deadline for the Training Contract?

The application deadline is Wednesday, 20 November 2024 at 23:59 GMT.

What does the selection process involve?

The selection process includes an online application, a Watson Glaser critical reasoning test, a recorded video interview, and if successful, an in-person assessment day.

Will I have a mentor during my Training Contract?

Yes, you will have a dedicated supervisor, as well as support from the Early Talent Development team and a Monitoring Partner throughout your Training Contract.

Will I have the opportunity to work internationally during my Training Contract?

Yes, there may be opportunities for international secondments as well as client and split seat secondments.

What are the core working hours for this position?

The core working hours are Monday to Friday, from 09:30 to 17:30.

What is the location of the firm?

The firm is located in London, Canary Wharf, and will be relocating to 2 Aldermanbury Square, EC2 in 2027.

How does the firm support trainees in their career development?

The firm offers best-in-class learning and development opportunities, including PGDL and SQE prep sessions, and support from the Clifford Chance Academy.

What is the firm's policy on equal opportunities?

Clifford Chance is committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally, regardless of various personal attributes or characteristics, and fosters an inclusive culture.

Do I need to have a law degree to apply?

No, the Training Contract is open to non-law students and graduates as well, as long as you meet other eligibility criteria.

Clifford Chance

We are one of the world's pre-eminent law firms, with significant depth and range of resources across five continents.

Law
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1987
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are one of the world's largest law firms with significant depth and range of resources across five continents. As a single, fully integrated, global partnership, we pride ourselves on our approachable, collegiate and team based way of working. We always strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, which include corporates from all the commercial and industrial sectors, governments, regulators, trade bodies and not for profit organisations. We provide them with the highest quality advice and legal insight, which combines the Firm's global standards with in-depth local expertise. Many of the world's leading organisations look to Clifford Chance not just for legal expertise but for advice on business critical issues.