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Getting into law at Bird & Bird
A world of possible. Whether you are studying your GCSEs or A-Levels, completing your undergraduate or postgraduate degree, or considering changing to a career in law, we have opportunities for you.
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The AllAboutLaw perspective on Bird & Bird
In our ever-connected world, Bird & Bird aims to be the number one firm supporting organisations as they adapt to new technologies. Past trainees have described the firm as “forward-thinking and focused on innovation" for their multidisciplinary, innovative approach to working.
Bird & Bird has a strong international reach, working in offices worldwide and collaborating with a network of over 500 firms in more than 170 jurisdictions. This means their lawyers frequently work on multi-jurisdictional cases and are well-versed in cross-border matters.
Working across a variety of practice areas, the firm’s lawyers are some of the highest-ranked. Known for their collaborative office culture, working as one firm to deliver exceptional advice, becoming a trainee at Bird & Bird guarantees you the opportunity to work in an inspiring, supportive work environment in some of the most progressive areas in industry. Trainees are encouraged to get involved, with a past trainee praising the fact that “Bird & Bird really value you as individuals and encourage you to take ownership of your strengths early on.”
While the firm may be multinational, it is always keen to give back to the community. All employees are encouraged to volunteer pro bono, investing their time and full expertise into making a positive difference in people's lives. Prioritising social inclusion, the firm even has a scholarship program providing employment opportunities, mentorship and financial support to sixth form students from low socioeconomic backgrounds.
What the firm says
We are an international law firm with 31 offices across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region. Our vision is to be the number one law firm in the world for organisations being changed by the digital world or those leading that change. We have advised clients from over 120 countries within the last year, and our clients include 17 of the world’s most innovative companies according to Forbes. We have a stellar, global reputation for providing sophisticated, pragmatic advice to companies which are carving the world's digital future. We are interested in the world, current issues, and emerging trends. We use our sector understanding and legal expertise to unlock the issues and we take a commercial approach when applying the law.
To qualify as a solicitor at Bird & Bird, you can join as a solicitor apprentice or trainee solicitor. To become a solicitor apprentice, you can through our Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme. To become a trainee solicitor, you can apply by attending a Vacation Scheme or applying directly for a training contract.
The early bird catches the worm – take your first steps towards a career in the legal sector with our Early Bird Pathway (Early Bird Scholarship), Flying Start Programme, Open Days, Office Drop-Ins and Virtual Experience Programme. Spread your wings and begin your career with our Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme, Vacation Schemes and Training Contract.
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- 1st year trainee£47,000
- 2nd year trainee£52,000
- GDL course fees paidYes (£10,000)
- SQE course fees paidYes (£15,000)
- Retention rateUndisclosed
- Offices31
- NQ salary£95,000
Academic requirements
- A-levels AAB
- Degree 2:1
We understand that you may not have received the grade you hoped for due to extenuating or mitigating circumstances. Please detail any relevant information in your application form for us to take into consideration. We also use a Contextual Recruitment System (CRS) to enable us to recruit people from all kinds of backgrounds and help us understand your achievements in the context in which they were gained.
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