Herbert Smith Freehills opportunities
We are Herbert Smith Freehills, a leading, full-service international law firm. Join us and you’ll be involved in high-profile cases, high-impact deals and prestigious client relationships – making a difference and tackling the big issues. You'll get involved in new situations and experiences and discover new skills to learn and apply.

We recognise that exceptional lawyers come from all backgrounds. We're committed to recruiting a diverse group of trainees and building on our inclusive culture; our application and qualification processes are designed with this in mind.
We offer a 2 year trainee associate programme through hiring from our vacation schemes as well as open days, workshops and virtual internship to enable you to gain an insight into life as a commercial lawyer.
Full details of these opportunities can be found on the Herbert Smith Freehills website [external link]
Details about upcoming events for students to follow.
On the vacation schemes, you won’t be watching from the side lines. You’ll hit the ground running, taking on real work for real clients. You’ll work directly with colleagues who are experts in their fields, and happy to share what they know. You’ll get to choose your two seats so your experience is tailored to you.
Winter Vacation Scheme (27 November – 8 December 2023)
Application date: 1 – 29 September 2023
Spring Vacation Scheme (8 - 19 April 2024)
Application date: 1 September – 1 December 2023
Summer Vacation Scheme (10 June – 28 June 2024 & 8 July – 26 July 2024)
Application date: 1 September – 1 December 2023
Find out more about vacations schemes at Herbert Smith Freehills [external link]
Herbert Smith Freehills recruit all trainees directly from their vacation scheme.
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