At Ashurst, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. As a Trainee, you will have the opportunity to work on complex and challenging client projects that improve your practical skills and give you valuable experience in dealing with clients.
We offer a supportive environment where your ideas are valued, and your professional growth is encouraged. Join us and take the first step towards a rewarding career with Ashurst.
What we can offer you
Welcoming Culture
Our People make our culture! We are passionate about quality, taking pride in our work and continuously raising the bar. We deliver through collaboration, working as one global team built on trust, respect, and inclusiveness, sharing our knowledge and network. We think differently, adapting and improving as we go, embracing change and diverse perspectives to deliver outstanding legal advice.
New Ways of Working
We work in agile teams that collaborate with colleagues across the globe to deliver on the most complex cross-border matters. With the tools, technology, and support to work flexibly, we don't just keep pace with change, we stay ahead of it, harnessing responsible AI to reimagine how legal services are delivered.
Professional Development
You'll be empowered to develop your knowledge and skills through on-the-job experience, practice insight sessions, dedicated traineeship training & legal English courses, social events, and networking opportunities. Prepare for your bar exam with dedicated study leave and financial support to attend a specialised preparation course.
Global Opportunities
You will be working closely with colleagues all over the globe and if you continue your career with our Firm, you will have the chance of meeting them in person at training programmes and team events.
The recruitment process
You will be required to submit a short application including uploading your CV, most recent academic transcripts and a short cover letter to give us an understanding of who you are and why you're interested in our role.
The process will start with a short phone interview with a member of our People & Culture Team to discuss your application in more depth and better understand your interests and expectations.
You will meet face-to-face with some of our lawyers and a member of our People & Culture Team for a conversational interview designed to assess your personal and technical skills, while also providing you with a comprehensive overview of our internship programme.
As part of the process, you might be asked to complete a written test to assess your general knowledge of civil and commercial law, as well as your English language proficiency.
Applicant Resource Hub
For answers to all your frequently asked questions and information on application & interview tips, the benefits we provide, life at Ashurst, our L&D programmes, and our IDB initiatives.
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Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging
Our inclusive and diverse culture stands at the heart of everything we do. For more information on our initiatives and the support we provide please follow the link below.
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If you can’t find answers to your questions on this page or on the Applicant Resource Hub then please contact our Early Careers team.
Agencies
Agency submissions and candidate introductions will only be accepted with prior approval from a member of the Ashurst Talent Acquisition team. To submit or introduce a candidate, an agency must have valid agreed terms of business in place with Ashurst. Any agency submissions or candidate introductions made without prior approval or without the agreed terms of business in place will be considered invalid.
Diversity
We are committed to offering a safe and welcoming environment for our employees and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. With diversity and inclusion at the heart of what we do we place a strong emphasis on working with people from diverse communities and aim to make a positive impact through our Social Impact programmes.
SpeakUp!
Ashurst is committed to ensuring an accountable workplace culture. Candidates are encouraged to report any ethical or conduct concerns to our confidential portal.
Please note that this portal should not be used for general enquiries about, or applications for, job positions available at Ashurst as they will not be passed onto the relevant team. Any recruitment enquires should be directed to globalresourcing@ashurst.com.