What we’re looking for

The people here are as diverse as the work we do. Our clients are drawn from many different cultures and backgrounds, and so are we. The qualities that unite us are sharp intellect, strong drive and a high standard of professionalism.

We are looking for graduates whose combination of academic excellence and desire for specialist knowledge will develop our business and take it forward. Although we are one of the largest global legal practices, we work in small, hard-working teams where everybody is committed to our collective success.

Because the work we do is often complex and high profile, we expect applicants to have achieved excellent academic results from GCSE (or equivalent) onwards. Candidates should be aiming to achieve, or have achieved, at least a good 2:1 (or equivalent) consistently throughout their studies.

The right personal qualities are as important as the right qualifications. You will be happy working in a team and collaborating with others, yet full of initiative and capable of independent action. You will excel at both clear and lateral thinking. You will have a strong sense of the big picture, and a very keen eye for detail. Above all, you will have a single-minded ambition to succeed in a top law firm.

If you would like a flavour of the intellectual demands you will experience from day one, take our critical thinking test.