From candidate to trainee: How to land a training contract
Discover what law firms look for in future trainees and how to position yourself as a strong training contract candidate.
Event starts on Thursday 8th October at 17:00 GMT
2026/10/08 17:00
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From candidate to trainee: How to land a training contract
Discover what law firms look for in future trainees and how to position yourself as a strong training contract candidate.
Securing a training contract is highly competitive, but understanding what firms are looking for can give you a valuable advantage. In this session, discover how to approach the process strategically, from researching firms and demonstrating commercial awareness to showcasing your skills and experiences. You’ll hear practical advice on what makes candidates stand out, common mistakes to avoid and how to navigate each stage with confidence. Leave with a clearer plan for turning your training contract ambitions into action.
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Meet the host
BPP University
With 30+ years’ experience, we are proud to be one of the UK’s leading law schools with more top firms exclusively sending their trainees to BPP Law School than anywhere else.
We have deep working relationships across the legal profession, from the Magic Circle to high street practice, chambers to charities. These UK and international firms trust us because of the innovation, quality and professional relevance of our training.
Our courses focus entirely on your employability, developing the practical skills you need as a lawyer, giving you the edge to secure a training contract or pupillage. We invest heavily in technology and educational platforms to provide the most effective and dynamic learning experience, with our innovative approach ensuring our teaching provides you with the latest skills you need to succeed in a modern legal environment. BPP Law School is based in two centres in London (in the heart of ‘legal’ London in Holborn and on the Southbank at Waterloo) and centres in Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Leeds and Manchester.
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