As the next generation of bold and curious lawyers, you have the opportunity to build an extraordinary career in law.
Whether you’re just starting out or ready to take the next step, we’ll provide the tools, mentorship and opportunities you need to thrive.
From your first day, you’ll have the freedom to explore new ideas, the space to grow and the support of a globally connected team. Because this isn’t just a place to train; it’s a place to stay.
London
In the heart of London, you’ll find a dynamic office where nearly 700 lawyers tackle complex projects for leading global clients. You’ll quickly become immersed in a hub for high-profile work across sectors such as real estate, financial services and corporate transactions.
Manchester
Manchester is home to the UK’s second-largest financial and legal services markets, hosting more than 60 non-UK-based financial institutions. Since opening our office here in 2014, we’ve grown rapidly, with a team now exceeding 100 lawyers and support staff.
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Let us help you carve your path to success.
Our two-week vacation schemes give you the chance to gain some first-hand experience of life at BCLP and the exciting work we do. We run two each year at our London office – one in April and one in June – each with 15 students.
Work on live cases, attend workshops, and engage with partners to deepen your understanding of a global law firm. You’ll see up close what makes our firm unique, experiencing the dynamic and supportive culture that we have built here.
Our industry-renowned training contract is the perfect platform to build a career in law, your way. The programme has been carefully designed to give you hands-on experience, senior-level mentorship, and exposure to a breadth of legal practice areas.
Immerse yourself in four six-month rotations across our core departments and explore practice areas like real estate, financial services and litigation. Choose from sector-focused training contracts in real estate or financial services, or follow a more general path.
With a partner mentor, dedicated associate supervisor and support from our Talent Development team, you’ll have everything you need to kickstart your career in law.
Expand your horizons with secondments to clients like Goldman Sachs or international offices in Abu Dhabi and Paris. Gain unique insights and valuable skills that will set you apart as you advance your career.
Spend a year immersed in one of our core departments, gaining in-depth experience and mentorship while working on live projects.
Carol Osborne, Training Principle & Global Department Leader - Corporate and Finance Transactions
"As Training Principle, I have overall responsibility for our trainees and work closely with our Talent Development team to ensure each trainee receives proper supervision, experience, training and feedback. It is very important to the firm that our trainees feel challenged and rewarded in equal measure during their training contract.
I also participate in the recruiting process for training contract applicants, meet with new trainees at forums for each intake, oversee the seat rotation process and ensure that each trainees’ individual ambitions are matched with the demands of the business. It is particularly rewarding to also be one of the firm’s trainee mentors, taking personal responsibility as a mentor to several trainees.
During the qualification process, I meet with the qualifying intake at least once as a group and liaise with our practice groups to ensure we find as many positions as we can for new qualifiers. I am always happy to offer advice and encouragement – feel free to get in touch!"
How we’ll support you
Whichever programme you choose, we’ll help you build a fulfilling and impactful career. This includes providing you with:
A culture of trust and respect
Our people tell us that managers and leaders build open and supportive environments which encourage self-expression, constructive challenge and productive collaboration.
A career with potential
We’ll support you to build an outstanding career by working with world-shaping clients, testing your abilities on fascinating projects, and learning from experienced colleagues.
A real connection to community
Our people are proud to be a part of something bigger. With a focus on pro bono initiatives, community engagement and philanthropic giving, we’re committed to collective action.