Our training contract is designed to provide you with the legal knowledge, practical experience and commercial understanding needed to build a successful career at Withers. As a trainee solicitor, you'll gain exposure to a broad range of work and clients, while working closely with partners, associates and business services professionals across the firm. You'll be given early responsibility, exposure to high-quality work and opportunities to contribute meaningfully to client matters from the outset. You will develop an understanding of our clients, our international platform and our collaborative approach to problem-solving, while building the technical and commercial skills required to become a trusted adviser. Throughout your training contract, you'll experience the supportive and high-performing culture that underpins our approach to client service and professional development. Seat Rotations: During your two-year training contract, you'll complete four six-month seat rotations across a range of practice areas. This structure is designed to provide broad exposure to our practice, helping you develop legal, commercial and client management skills whilst experiencing different areas of law and working with a diverse range of clients. Working alongside partners, associates and business services professionals, you'll gain hands-on experience and have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to client matters from an early stage. Our seat rotation programme allows you to build a well-rounded understanding of the firm, our clients and the collaborative way we work across teams, offices and jurisdictions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to build relationships with a diverse range of people.
- Curiosity about the wider commercial, social and global issues affecting our clients.
- Initiative, adaptability and a willingness to embrace new challenges.
- A collaborative approach and desire to contribute to a team environment.
- Integrity, professionalism and sound judgement.
Language skills can be beneficial given the international nature of our practice, but they are not essential.
About Withers
A law firm focused on people, performance, and collaboration. For the past 130 years, we have supported some of the world's most remarkable people and organizations at defining moments in their lives. 40% of our business comes from Europe, 40% from the US and 20% from Asia and we are one profit sharing partnership globally. We are united in our commitment to integrity, quality and collaboration. We have a culture of high performance and deliver excellent service consistently across the firm. We provide tailored solutions built on trust and partner with our clients to achieve their goals. Many of our clients are shaping the future and creating solutions to tackle some of the world's most difficult problems. It makes for a fascinating and challenging practice. Our role is to get to know each individual client, find out where they want to be, and help them to get there - whether they are building a business, buying a home or protecting and defending their interests. To meet their unique needs we are exceptionally collaborative, working together across teams and time zones. And we are agile - focusing on strategy rather than rigid ideas and traditional hierarchy. Join us to be part of a team that is always looking to the future. Where initiative, big ideas and bold moves are always encouraged. Where you can truly be yourself.
Applicants will have, or be on track to achieve:
- A 2:1 degree or above.
- A minimum of AAB at A-Level (or equivalent qualifications if educated outside the UK).
We welcome applications from undergraduates, postgraduates, mature students and those considering a career change.
Current trainee salaries are:
- First-year trainee: £47,000
- Second-year trainee: £52,000
Benefits
- We fund the PGDL (where applicable) and SQE, together with maintenance grants towards living expenses.
- You will also benefit from a comprehensive range of firm benefits and wellbeing initiatives.
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Training in City of Westminster employer: Withersworldwide
Withers is an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of collaboration, integrity, and high performance, making it an ideal place for ambitious legal professionals. Located in a dynamic environment, the firm offers flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, associates are encouraged to take initiative and contribute to meaningful work that shapes the future.
