Sustainability

Sustainability is a core strategic initiative for us – it’s vital to our people, our clients, and our planet. 

From paper brochures to tote bags, plastic bottles, and travelling across the country, we recognise the impact of recruitment on the environment, and we’re committed to making a greener way of recruiting. The Early Careers UK team are transforming the way in which they recruit, with sustainability in mind. 

Our highlights:

• We are using digital brochures and/or QR codes for people to access our information. You can access all our early career opportunities online, via our social media or website.
• We no longer travel across the UK to universities to participate in in-person law fairs or events, as part of our sustainability and diversity and inclusion initiative. Instead, we’re adopting a hybrid approach by hosting online events and ensuring that any in-person events are accessible by public transport or are hosted at our London office.
• We are reducing our production of merchandise in Early Careers, and anything we do produce will be from a sustainable, ethical source. 
• We are recruiting most of our candidates online, with online application forms, online Watson-Glaser tests, online video interviews, and (some) virtual assessment centres. Our Flying Start Programme, Virtual Experience Programme and Open Days are entirely online.
• We are reducing the amount of meat served at our events and offering more meat-alternatives for vegetarians, vegans, and those with dietary requirements.
• You can read more about our firmwide sustainability programme, including our commitment to set science-based net zero targets on our website.