We are a leading international law firm, recognised throughout the business community for our exceptional legal service, commercial awareness and commitment to clients.
We advise across the spectrum of legal matters including high-profile, ground-breaking, and complex transactions, contentious matters and all aspects of risk. We deliver innovative and bespoke solutions to our clients, domestically and internationally. We provide clear legal advice that spans the globe whilst tackling the cultural nuances between jurisdictions. Our lawyers understand how to coordinate and manage matters in the jurisdictions most relevant to our clients.
Excellence is central to everything we do, and we are guided by a set of four values that have been an implicit part of who we are and how we operate:
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The highest standards;
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Independence of thought;
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Collective endeavour;
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Respect for all.
At Slaughter and May, with over 1,400 partners and staff worldwide, everyone’s contribution is valued, and we all enjoy an open, friendly and supportive environment. We are proud in who we are and what we do, and our inclusive culture gives rise to a unique diversity of thinking, which is critical to our success and helps maintain our position as a true market leader.
Opportunities and Deadlines:
Spring Forward Programme:
First year law students (and second year law students on a four-year degree) from lower socio-economic and/or ethnic minority backgrounds.
Aim: One week scheme to provide an insight into what a career in commercial law entails.
Applications open on Monday 6 October 2025 - Wednesday 7 January 2026
Dates: 13 -17 April 2026
Summer Work Experience:
For penultimate year students (and first year students on a two-year accelerated law degree).
As well as getting involved in legal work and conducting hands-on legal research, you will take part in training, workshops and interactive case studies.
Applications open on 1 September - 5 December 2025
Dates:
- Scheme 1 (law students): 22 June - 10 July 2026
- Scheme 2 (law students): 13 - 31 July 2026
- Scheme 3 (non-law students): 1 - 18 September 2026
Spring Open Days:
For first year students and second year students on a four-year degree.
Aim: provide an insight into the legal profession in general and more specifically the work of a City law firm.
Applications open on 6 October 2025 - 7 January 2026
Dates: 31 March 2026, 8 April 2026, 16 April 2026
Virtual Insight Afternoons:
For final year students and graduates.
Aim: to give finalists and graduates an insight into a career as a lawyer at Slaughter and May
Applications for 9 October 2025: Currently open and will close one week before each event.
Applications for 12 November 2025: Open on 6 October 2025
Dates: 9 October 2024 and 12 November 2025
Training Contract:
Applications for our September 2028/March 2029 training contracts (for law and non-law finalists and graduates) are open and close on Friday 28 November 2025.
Applications for our September 2028/March 2029 training contracts (for penultimate year law students, law finalists and law graduates) will re-open in June 2026.
For more information please visit https://www.slaughterandmay.com/careers/trainee-solicitors/work-experience-opportunities/.