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Careers with Winston Taylor

What we are looking for

Curiosity. Determination. Adaptability. A collaborative nature, strong judgment, and an interest in understanding our clients’ businesses and sectors.

While there are specific qualifications required for our various programs, we recognize that exceptional candidates come from a range of backgrounds. Most of all, we’re looking for people who are eager to learn, willing to contribute, and excited to grow their careers in an environment that is ambitious, supportive, and team oriented.

Please review our eligibility criteria for each role.

Training Contract

We focus on giving our trainee solicitors a wide range of experience across the firm, so you can find the area of law you're passionate about. 

You’ll have the opportunity to train across a range of practice areas—advising on life sciences M&A deals, supporting patent disputes at the cutting edge of innovation, working on complex refinancings, or contributing to the development of the built environment we live in.

From transactions to disputes, you’ll gain real insight into how different areas come together in practice, and how legal advice shapes commercial outcomes across industries, markets, and investments.

Across our two-year training contract, you'll move through four, six-months seats in different practice groups. All trainee solicitors undertake a seat in either Corporate or Finance, and at least one seat must involve contentious work. For your remaining two seats, you’ll be able to choose from a range of our exciting practice areas.

As soon as you start, you’ll receive an in-depth induction to help you fit right in, as well as legal technical training throughout your seat. In each seat, you'll work closely with a supervisor who'll provide feedback and guidance, with the option to request a mentor to help you achieve your long-term professional goals.

We also offer client secondment opportunities and short relationship-building international secondment opportunities to boost your real-world experience. And if you like to learn at your own pace, you can sign up to personal development programs and online learning to help you improve your interpersonal skills and increase your commercial knowledge.

We don’t believe there's a set path in law. Many of our lawyers joined the profession from different backgrounds, and we believe their diverse experiences help us find solutions others might not consider and enhance the service we provide to clients.

Our Vacation Schemes are the only route to secure a Training Contract. We encourage applications from both law and non-law students who meet our eligibility criteria. Kickstart your career with us from September 2029.

SQE

Before you commence your training contract with the firm, you will undertake the SQE1 and SQE2 examination. We have partnered with University of Law for this course, which will enable you to gain a breadth of knowledge before commencing these examinations.  

Additionally, you will also undertake an SQE Plus course to provide you with further legal knowledge ahead of joining the firm, which includes a Master's. In the SQE Plus course, you will undertake courses in Business of Law, Mergers and Acquisitions, Innovation, Technology, and Legal Project Management. To enable you to tailor your learning to your own preferences, you will have the additional option of selecting two other practice areas you are interested in learning more about. 

Ahead of commencing the course, you will meet with the Early Talent and Development Team to learn more about the course and our expectations and be provided with support throughout the year-long course.

By completing the course and examinations ahead of your start date, you will be able to hit the ground running and gain your two years' qualifying work experience through our training contract.

The firm will also provide a GBP17,000 maintenance grant to support you financially while you study.

Sponsorship

We will pay your tuition fees for both the PGDL and SQE, to be studied at the University of Law London, our chosen law school provider. During your studies, you will also receive a maintenance grant from us.

Before commencing your training contract with the firm, you must complete the SQE 1 and SQE 2 examinations. We have partnered with University of Law for this course, which will enable you to gain a breadth of knowledge before commencing these examinations. Additionally, you will also undertake an SQE Plus course to provide you with further legal knowledge ahead of joining the firm, which includes a Master's.

Vacation Scheme

Our London Vacation Scheme lets you experience what it's like to be a trainee solicitor at Winston Taylor.

From your first day, you'll benefit from comprehensive training and support. Our induction program will introduce you to our partners, employees and business strategy, helping you build a strong understanding of the firm and how we work. You'll also be paired with a current trainee as your buddy, alongside a supervisor, both of whom can provide guidance, answer your questions and share their experiences.

You’ll spend two weeks immersed in two different practice areas, gaining first-hand experience under the supervision of our approachable associates and partners. You'll also be involved in socials, networking opportunities, pro bono work, and more, so you'll end the scheme with invaluable experience and a clear sense of career direction.

To be eligible, you'll need to be in the second year of your degree or beyond. We also welcome applications from those who have graduated, as well as career changers.

Completing a Vacation Scheme with us is the only way to be considered for a training contract. 

Applications will open for our 2027 Vacation Schemes in September 2026. 

Dublin Summer Internship

Our Dublin Summer Internship lets you experience what it's like to be a trainee solicitor at Winston Taylor.

From your first day, you’ll benefit from comprehensive training, with an induction program that introduces you to our partners, our employees, and our business strategy.

During the Summer Internship, you’ll spend four weeks immersed in two different practice areas, gaining first hand experience under the supervision of our approachable associates and partners. You'll also be involved in socials, networking opportunities, and more. You'll end the internship with invaluable experience and a clear sense of career direction

To be eligible, you must be in the penultimate or final year of your degree.

Applications for our 2027 Dublin Summer Internship open September 2026.

Dublin Legal Placement

Our annual placement year lets you experience what it's like to be a trainee solicitor in a fast-paced law firm.

From your first day, you’ll benefit from comprehensive training, with an induction program that introduces you to our partners, our employees, and our business strategy. 

During the placement year, you’ll spend time within each of our practice areas, gaining first-hand experience under the supervision of our approachable associates and partners. You'll also be involved in socials, networking opportunities, and more. 

You'll end the placement year with invaluable experience and a clear sense of career direction.

To be eligible, you must be on a degree course which includes a placement year and provide permission from your university.

Our placement year runs from July each year and lasts for 12 months.

Applications for our 2027 placement year open in January 2027.

Dublin Training Contract 

Our Dublin Training Contract starts in June 2027 with an initial pre-seat with the firm, before you attend the Professional Practice Course (PPC) at Blackhall. Following this, you'll develop your legal skills and experience through a range of seat rotations across different practice areas, working with teams from across the firm.

From day one, you'll receive a comprehensive induction designed to help you settle in quickly and gain a strong understanding of the firm, our culture and the work we do.

During each seat, you'll work closely with a dedicated supervisor who will provide regular feedback, guidance and support. You'll also be an integral part of your wider team, giving you the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues, collaborate on client matters and develop your practical legal skills through real responsibility.

Alongside your day-to-day work, you'll have access to a wide range of personal development opportunities to strengthen your interpersonal skills and commercial awareness throughout your training contract.

Applicants should either have already successfully completed all FE1 examinations or be in the process of completing them. You must pass all FE1 examinations before Spring 2027. 

Applications for our 2027 Training Contract open in September 2026.

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