Our offer
Training contract
Join a diverse group of globally minded trainees for our two-year training contract. Expect to take on real responsibility, learn non-stop and feel supported at every stage. Build friendships and personal connections that will last a lifetime.
Four different seats
You will rotate through four six-month rotations: three domestic and one overseas. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to meet our people, learn about their work and explore different areas of the law.
Support and development
Everyone needs back-up. Our trainees are assigned a supervisor, mentor and a buddy for each rotation, whose job it is to expand the skills, knowledge and experience you need to become the best lawyer that you can be.
Your training includes some formal elements, to support your qualification to practice. We also run in-house training, specialist seminars and workshops for trainees, which you are encouraged to attend.
Training is also a great opportunity to meet new colleagues from other teams and start building a network of contacts within the Firm, an essential ingredient in your career development.
Live and work overseas
To complement the global mindset that underpins everything that we do, you’ll get the chance to experience working in another White & Case office in Asia-Pacific, London or the Middle East. Experience living in a different country, gain valuable insight into the working practices of another jurisdiction and build your professional network.
Wherever you go, we’ll help you relocate and you’ll stay in regular contact with the Early Careers team during your overseas seat. You’ll receive the same level of personal training, including a dedicated supervisor and a cost-of-living salary adjustment.
There is a high degree of autonomy as partners and associates are rather hands off and supportive, which I find as a trainee to be a great learning opportunity, especially for those who like to dive in and take ownership. The training is very thorough, with regular informal feedback and end-of-seat feedback helpfully provided.
After experiencing the collegiate and supportive environment, I knew White & Case would be the ideal place to embark upon my legal career.