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Careers with White & Case

White & Case hire aspiring solicitors on to their training contracts and vacation schemes each year. Opportunities that are accepting applications will be listed below. 

The Training Programme

White & Case is looking to recruit ambitious trainees who have a desire to gain hands-on practical experience from day one and a willingness to take charge of their own career. They value globally-minded citizens of the world who are eager to work across borders and cultures, and who are intrigued by solving problems within multiple legal systems. They should have an understanding of international commercial issues and an interest in working on big-ticket, cross-border work. The firm recruits both law and non-law students and owing to the nature of their work, language skills are of interest.

 Applicants will be welcomed for their individuality, their ability to contribute to the cutting-edge work the firm does and the energy with which they approach the job at hand. They should have achieved, or be on track to achieve, a solid 2:1, have a positive and friendly attitude, be enthusiastic and work well in teams. 

The training contract consists of four six-month seats, one of which is guaranteed to be spent in one of the firm’s overseas offices. These include: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Frankfurt, Geneva, Hong Kong, Helsinki, Houston, Madrid, Paris, Prague, Singapore, Stockholm and Tokyo. The remaining three seats can be spent in any one of the Firm’s practice groups in London. Receiving a high level of partner and associate contact from day one, White & Case trainees can be confident that they will receive high-quality, stimulating and rewarding work. Trainees work in small, focused teams, so their colleagues trust them to perform tasks accurately and efficiently. 

White & Case is a “high-stretch, high-support” workplace that celebrates individual excellence and team success. The firm actively encourages their trainees to take early responsibility, and there is a strong emphasis on practical training, with plenty of support and feedback. Alongside the training contract, the firm trainees are encouraged to get involved in all aspects of their globally-renowned pro bono programme, often working directly with clients and even managing small matters. White & Case recruits and develops trainee solicitors with the aim of retaining them on qualification.

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White & Case Virtual Learning Programme

The Firm’s virtual learning programme offers the opportunity to gain first-hand insight into life as a White & Case trainee and experience the realities of cross-border law.

There is no cost to access the programme; it is self-paced to fit around your schedule, and no application form or legal knowledge are required. You'll gain insight into the fast-paced cutting-edge projects the firm’s lawyers and trainees work on, and gain valuable skills by undertaking true-to-life legal tasks. Participation in the learning programme will be recognised on the firm’s application forms, and it is a great way to demonstrate your interest in law and White & Case. 

Wherever you are based, White & Case wants to give everyone the opportunity to get to know them.

If you're globally minded and ambitious, join the firm's virtual learning programme here 

Vacation schemes

A vacation scheme provides a great way to experience first-hand what life is like as a White & Case trainee. Playing an active part in the life of the London office you will receive real work from a dedicated supervisor, attend interactive, informative sessions and be given plenty of opportunities to network at social events.

Open days

You can apply to attend one of White & Case's London office open days for a useful insight into the Firm and the training. They are holding open days for second-year students, penultimate-year students, finalists and graduates. Please see the dates below.

14 November 2023 

22 November 2023 

The deadline for applications is 29 October 2023

First-year two-day insight scheme

As a first-year student, you can apply for one of White & Case's two-day insight schemes which will take place from 8 - 9 May 2024 and 15 - 16 May 2024. Over the course of the two days you will attend presentations, workshops and work-shadow a trainee.

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