About the role
This role is based in our Leeds office within our global IT team and begins in January 2027 (or sooner). The team is instrumental in ensuring our data is not at risk of data breaches or cyber-attacks.
You don't need to have "done it all before" - we're looking for people with potential. Whether you're a recent graduate, have completed an industrial placement, have gained relevant experience alongside your studies, or are at the beginning of your Cyber Security career, we'll help you build confidence and capability across all areas of Cyber Security.
This is a non-rotational graduate scheme but your work will be varied, allowing you to build knowledge across:
- Security Policies and Procedures
- Risk Assessment
- Security Systems
- Network Activity and Security
- Incidents
What you can expect
With Addleshaw Goddard, you can expect a supportive team culture, a flexible, friendly and state-of-the-art working environment, and an attractive salary and benefits package. For the role of Cyber Security Graduate, we will reward you with a first-year salary of £26,000. We operate a hybrid working model, requiring employees to attend the office for a minimum 3 days per week, with the remaining days available for remote working. Specific office attendance requirements may vary by role and business needs. Please note that this role is strictly based in our Leeds office and is unable to be based from any of our other UK offices.
There is no such thing as a ‘typical' Addleshaw Goddard candidate. As a firm, we are shaped by different perspectives, and we know our success depends on giving opportunities to people from a range of backgrounds, locations and perspectives. For more information about a typical day in this role as well as the qualitied we look for with candidates, please visit our website.
To be eligible for the role
To be eligible for the role, you must have achieved a 2:1 degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or closely related technical subject. We encourage applications from those with knowledge or experience of Cyber Security qualifications (independent or via institution), or those with relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, SSCP).
If you have applied for and participated in the Cyber Security Graduate Scheme recruitment process at Addleshaw Goddard between April-August 2026, please note that you are not eligible for consideration in this recruitment round.
About Addleshaw Goddard
Addleshaw Goddard is a premium, international business law firm. Our lawyers help many of the world's best-known brands – including over 40 FTSE100 companies – to protect their interests and make the most of business opportunities. We operate from 12 offices in Europe, Asia and the Middle East, and focus heavily on industry sectors such as retail, energy, transport and financial services. We are the current litigation law firm of the year, real estate law firm of the year and private equity firm of the year in the UK, are recognised as one of the most innovative firms in Europe and have enjoyed several consecutive years of growth. We have a modern, inclusive and approachable culture and are committed to providing an environment where people are developed and valued.
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