Two-year training contract

The training contract consists of four six-month seats, one of which is guaranteed to be spent in one of our overseas offices. Locations include Abu Dhabi, Doha, Dubai, Riyadh,Geneva, Helsinki, New York, Paris, Singapore, Stockholm, Tokyo, Washington DC, Sydney, Houston, Frankfurt. The remaining three seats can be spent in any of the Firm’s practice groups in London.

The White & Case London training contract
Learn more about our training contract in London and how to apply.

Trainees at White & Case will do high-quality, stimulating and rewarding work from day one, benefiting from extensive partner and associate contact. Our small, focused teams mean you’ll quickly become a trusted member of our team, and you can expect to take on significant responsibilities and deliver impactful results.

We are committed to your growth. Our ongoing training and development programs empower all trainees to reach their full potential and acquire the skills necessary to thrive as global lawyers. With plenty of support and regular feedback, trainees are always clear on how they can continue to grow as lawyers, build their network and seize the exceptional learning opportunities we provide.

White & Case is a ”high-stretch, high-support” environment that celebrates individual excellence and team success. We actively encourage trainees to take early responsibility and drive their own careers, emphasising practical training and continuous growth. Beyond your training contract, you’ll have the chance to get involved in our globally renowned pro bono program, often working directly with clients and managing small matters, gaining invaluable hands-on experience.

We are dedicated to recruiting and developing trainee solicitors with the goal of retaining them upon qualification, ensuring they become strong and successful lawyers.

"Trainees are given the opportunity to 'have a go' at something and can then gain feedback afterwards. I have found that this way of working has encouraged me to push myself and has helped to increase my confidence. The occasions when I have been pushed and challenged the most are the moments when I have produced some of my best work." Charlotte Kail, London Trainee

Benefits

We offer core benefits (including a pension, private medical insurance and life insurance) and flexible benefits (including cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan and dental insurance).

Core benefits 

  • Private medical insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Pension
  • Income protection
  • Annual health assessment
  • Wellness spending account up to £500
  • Independent financial advice
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Face-to-face counselling
  • Back-up family care
  • Business travel, medical and accident insurance
  • Optical care
  • Face-to-face Mortgage Surgeries

Flexible benefits

  • Private dental insurance
  • Private GP
  • Critical illness cover
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Interest-free season ticket loan for travel up to £10,000
  • Cycle to work
  • Tax-free charity giving
  • Online discounts
  • Maternity and fertility care discounts
  • Home health testing
  • Holiday purchase

Assessment path

  1. Online application and immersive skills-based assessment
  2. Video assessment - assessed by the Early Careers Legal Recruitment Team.
  3. Interview - with a member of the Early Careers Legal Recruitment Team and an associate.
  4. Assessment day - Includes an interview and various assessments.
  5. Training contract offer.
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