Burges Salmon is the independent UK law firm which delivers the best mix of advice, service and value. Everything we do is driven by the needs of our clients with a focus on quality and collaboration. We work across the UK with lawyers who are qualified to work in all three legal jurisdictions in the UK - England & Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Our most valuable resource is our people which is why we provide excellent training, benefits and opportunities for growth. Our open and collaborative culture promotes an inclusive work environment which ensures that we continue to recruit, retain and motivate the highest calibre of people across the business. We have won the LawCareers.net award for 'Best Recruiter' for 10 years running and in 2016 won the award for Best Legal Workplace in the HR in Law Awards.
Training to be a solicitor: why choose Burges Salmon? Finding a training contract that's right for you is a critical step in your legal career. While one firm may offer top quality work and high profile clients, another may offer cutting-edge training and inspiring colleagues. At Burges Salmon we believe you shouldn't have to compromise when you can have it all. Based at the heart of one of the UK's best cities to live in, we're an independent UK law firm with an enviable range of national and international clients. Joining our award-winning training programme, you'll enjoy exposure to our high profile client list and friendly, collaborative culture as you gain quality experience across a broad range of legal practices. We offer you...
A six-seat training contract across a variety of areas from banking and real estate to dispute resolution and private client.
Exposure to high-profile clients including Coca-Cola, Discovery Channel, Ministry of Defence and The Premier League.
Secondment opportunities to major clients such as John Lewis Partnership and the Law Society's Brussels office, as well as our preferred international law firms.
A friendly, collaborative culture balancing early responsibility with an open door policy. So while you will feel pushed to venture from your comfort zone, you will never feel out of your depth.
Corporate responsibility opportunities including pro-bono work with Bristol Citizens Advice Bureau, volunteering for Bristol Zoo, our cycle to work scheme and our Bright Sparks work experience programme for less advantaged school children.
A brilliant reward package including a firm-wide bonus scheme, discounted local gym membership and a Group Personal Pension Plan with a matching contribution from the firm of up to five per cent of your salary.
If the above appeals, we could be the firm for you. Find out more HERE.