Burges Salmon's Bristol Direct Training Contract 2029 offers a six-seat training programme designed to give trainees broad legal experience, strong technical skills and exposure to high-profile client work. The firm highlights its strengths across sectors such as energy, financial services, infrastructure, transport and technology, while emphasising a collaborative culture, professional development, wellbeing and inclusion. The programme is based in Bristol and is aimed at individuals looking to build long-term careers at the firm.
Scheme date:
September 2029
Applications close at 6pm (BST) on 21 June 2027, with successful candidates invited to in-person assessment centres in Bristol on 21 or 22 July 2027.
Applicants must complete two online assessments following submission of their application: an untimed Emerging Talent Assessment and a timed Critical Reasoning Assessment.
Successful candidates will attend a final interview in August 2027 and, if offered a place, will begin their training contract in September 2029.
In addition to outstanding training and development opportunities, Burges Salmon offers trainees the chance to work on high-quality, meaningful matters for leading UK organisations while gaining valuable sector expertise. The firm is known for its supportive and collaborative culture, strong focus on wellbeing and inclusion, and commitment to helping people develop both professionally and personally. It was also voted RollOnFriday's "Best Law Firm to Work At 2026" for the fifth consecutive year.
Successful applicants after the assessment centres will be invited back for a training contract interview in August 2027 (dates to be confirmed).
If we decide we're right for each other, you'll be offered a training contract based in our Bristol office commencing in September 2029.
Who can apply?
- Final year onwards
- Law and non-law
- 2:1 minimum degree requirement
The Direct Route is for candidates with work experience
Burges Salmon
At Burges Salmon, we combine market-leading legal expertise with a collaborative, responsible and human approach, empowering our people to do their best work while delivering lasting impact for clients and communities.
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