Unlock your potential
Explore the intersection between law and business. Discover how an international law firm makes an impact in the UK and around the world. Develop the skills you need for a global legal career. You’ll do all this and more on our two-year future lawyers pathway.
As a trainee, you'll start a global career that transcends traditional boundaries. You'll be part of a firm that embraces new ideas and fosters progress. With a focus on shaping the future of law, you'll do work that's as diverse as the world we live in. Our future lawyers pathway is designed for people who have a global mindset and appreciate the nuances of local contexts. You'll do the most stimulating work, immerse yourself in diverse cultures, and navigate the complexities of our interconnected world.
What you will do
- Complete four six-month rotations across our practice groups
- Access international and client secondments, plus placements in our responsible business team
- Work on high-profile, cross-border projects at the forefront of legal innovation
- Collaborate with a friendly, forward-thinking team and build a global network
- Grow through structured learning and development opportunities with support from supervisors, buddies, mentors and a dedicated Early Careers programme manager
- Graduate as more than a lawyer – become a global business advisor ready to shape the future of law
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for people from with a variety of experiences and who have the potential to succeed at DLA Piper and thrive in a global legal environment.
- Self-motivated and determined: You are self-motivated, proactive, ambitious, and determined to pursue goals with purpose. You are focused in your work, especially during moments of challenge.
- Curious about law, business and technology: You are inquisitive about the world and eager to understand how law intersects with business and technology. You take an active interest in global developments, regulatory change and the commercial context.
- Collaborative and inclusive: You enjoy working with others and build positive, inclusive relationships. You communicate clearly, listen actively and contribute thoughtfully to team discussions, recognising that the best outcomes are achieved together.
- Open-minded and solutions-focused: You are open-minded and proactive, with the confidence to suggest new ideas and challenge conventional thinking. You enjoy problem-solving and focus on solutions, not simply the issues.
- Critical thinking and sound judgement: You analyse complex problems and situations from multiple perspectives, weigh evidence objectively and exercise sound judgement. You use AI tools responsibly, recognising both their benefits and limitations.
- Accountable and committed to quality: You take full responsibility for your outcomes and are committed to delivering high quality in everything that you do. You build trust with others through reliable delivery and have the courage to admit mistakes when they happen.
Are you eligible?
- Summer internship experience: We typically recruit trainees through our summer internship, but we may at times recruit outside of the internship programme. Learn more about our summer internships.
- Ability to work in the UK: You must have the right to work in the UK.
