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Plan your 2020 trainee journey with us now

Who are Freshfields?

We help the world’s largest corporations, financial institutions and governments overcome their most complex challenges.

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What can I achieve?

You’ll learn from the best, work internationally and get unique training and benefits.

Eight-seat training contract

Our eight-seat training contract sets you up for the work you’ll be doing as an international lawyer.

Secondment opportunities

As a Freshfields trainee, you can apply for a secondment in our global network of 28 offices (including Paris and Hong Kong).

Pro bono

We act free of charge for clients ranging from individual asylum seekers to some of the world’s biggest charities.

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Preparing for our application process

Start your application today, we've got lots of tips to get you started.

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How do I apply?

Apply for a range of opportunities available to you

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Workshops

If you haven’t yet made up your mind which firm you want to join – or even whether law is for you – a workshop offers the chance to get an inside view of Freshfields.

Vacation scheme

It’s really straightforward to apply for a vacation scheme at Freshfields. We read every application that we receive and shortlist applicants on merit alone.

Training contract

Whatever your background, if you think you can make it as an international commercial lawyer, you should apply.

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Application Journey 2020

Use the Application Journey to see what’s best for you.

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Virtual Interviews

You’ll be working with driven, focused and ambitious people from all over the world.

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Our people

Our team draws on broad industry experience and networks to create the most powerful outcomes for our clients.

Elizabeth Sangobiyi, </br>Newly-qualified Associate

You realise that everyone has their own unique story, once you get a chance to talk to the people here.

Newly-qualified Associate

Elizabeth Sangobiyi,
Newly-qualified Associate

Elizabeth Sangobiyi talks about support, high-profile work and feedback.

Kate Cooper, </br> Partner

When choosing a firm you need to think as much about the culture and work environment as well as the quality of training.

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Kate Cooper,
Partner

Kate Cooper talks about her interview experience, teamwork and the Olympics.

George Whittingham, </br>Trainee

Diversity is genuinely valued in all senses. That includes different working styles, personalities and backgrounds.

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George Whittingham,
Trainee

George Whittingham talks about diversity, and being proactive.

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What's happening?

There’s always something going on at Freshfields.

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Twitter | 10 August 2021

Freshfields are recruiting for Legal Solutions Specialists (paralegals) in Manchester! https://t.co/gBjNiMsrSJ If you are interested in applying please email Sophie.Ansell@Freshfields.com. The application deadline is 13th August 2021. https://t.co/EnjxlCcHew

Twitter | 19 July 2021

Our Manchester Hub has a number of vacancies for Document Controllers in the Documents Specialist Team. For more information please contact the Manchester Recruitment Team on ManchesterRecruitment@Freshfields.com https://t.co/pl35275m5T https://t.co/IGgBBl19E9

Twitter | 08 July 2021

7 days left to apply for our TC! The deadline is 15 July 23:59 BST Apply via our website https://t.co/bVCjOMAU4R - don't forget to upload your personal statement of up to 850 words! If you applied in our last application window in winter, your next chance to apply is in October. https://t.co/ndRAbVnI9k

Twitter | 24 June 2021

Congratulations to Caroline Chew, an Associate in our London office, on realising her dream of competing at the Tokyo Olympic Games! She will be the 1st Singaporean to compete in the Equestrian event at the #Olympics. Best of luck, Caroline! https://t.co/MUIltPIwvg https://t.co/Y9zIGTjI0z