Work-based learning is a critical element for trainee lawyers. Our legal training programme will provide you with the solid foundation needed for a successful career in law. With significant emphasis on training, development and support, our carefully designed and fully rounded training process will give you exposure to a wide range of legal disciplines as you receive closely supervised, practical training.
Walkers is a leading international firm. We provide legal, corporate, compliance and fiduciary services to global corporations, financial institutions, capital markets participants and investment fund managers. Our clients are the most innovative firms and institutions across the financial markets, and rely on us for our ability to provide solutions to their most important legal and business issues. We are consistently ranked in the top tier of the leading global legal directories.
What you'll do
As a trainee you immediately become a part of our global team. You will be actively engaged in industry-leading transactions, often collaborating with colleagues from various offices and specialised practice areas. For 18 months you will learn from established experts as you rotate throughout the business, working on a broad range of legal matters in our Finance and ,Corporate,, Investment Funds and Regulatory and Insolvency and Dispute Resolutions practices. Partners, senior counsel and associates who have a breadth of experience in these areas will help you to enhance skills and further develop your legal understanding. A partner will mentor you throughout the programme.
Who we are looking for
Are you a British Virgin Islander/belonger with a qualifying UK law degree or course of study approved by the Council of Legal Education and a demonstrated record of academic achievement, who is commercially aware, is committed to a career in law at Walkers and who will embrace our high achieving, inclusive and supportive culture? If so, we would like to hear from you.
What we offer
- Competitive remuneration package
- Supportive environment with a diverse, inclusive and collaborative culture
- Work-life balance
- "Dress for your Day" dress code
- Wellness programme including annual health screening
- Collaboration opportunities with other trainees within the Walkers network
- Networking opportunities through Walkers social and business events
How to apply
The application form should be completed with care and thought, with all supporting documentation provided at the time of submission. Amendments may not be allowed after submission. We receive a lot of strong applications so make every word count and ensure that your personality comes through. You will be contacted only if you progress to the interview stage.
Contact email address
If you would like more information regarding this programme please send an email to trainees@walkersglobal.com