Legal Trainee

About the job

Global Ports Holding (GPH) is the world’s largest independent cruise port operator, with a strong presence in the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Asia-Pacific. Through long-term concession and management agreements, we provide top-tier service, safety, and operational excellence across our global network. Committed to sustainable cruise tourism, we strive to create value for all stakeholders while enhancing the destinations we serve.

We are seeking a highly motivated recent law graduate with excellent organisational skills, attention to details and a desire to build a successful career in law to join our Trainee Solicitor Programme in Autumn 2025. This is a unique opportunity to train in a dynamic and international environment. The position is offered for a fixed term of two years, upon the expiry of which the Trainee Solicitor may be offered a permanent position as a solicitor, subject to performance and availability of a suitable role.

Due to extensive international operations of GPH, we expect the successful candidate to have the following qualifications:

• An English Law degree from a Russel Group University;
• C1 level of Italian, at least B1 in German and native in Turkish;
• Enrolment as a trainee solicitor with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA);
• Willingness to work overtime if and when needed;
• Good time management skills and ability to prioritize;
• Excellent attention to detail;
• Ability to work in high pressured environments and adapt to changing deadlines; and
• Prior experience in an international setting and exposure legal work (not essential but preferred).

At this time, the company will only consider candidates who are legally permitted to work in the UK. The company will not offer any sponsorship or work visa for its Trainee Solicitor Programme.

This position may require certain travel outside of the UK and candidates will be expected to have relevant visa/permits and travel to those destinations at short notice.

Work arrangementsand benefits:

• Office in central London
• Hybrid working structure
• Private Health Insurance
• 24 days of annual leave, and public holidays