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What is the Linklaters Training Contract? The Linklaters training contract is a structured two-year program that involves trainees rotating through four six-month seats or placements.
The Linklaters training contract is a structured two-year program that involves trainees rotating through four six-month seats or placements.
The interview process generally takes the form of x2 partner interviews (2 partners), with one of those being a technical interview involving a case study activity along with a HR interview with a member of a recruitment team.
A training contract, or qualifying work experience (QWE), is a two-year period spent working at a law firm or other organisation that employs solicitors. It's one of the stages required to qualify as a solicitor.
Length of a period of recognised training If a trainee works for less than 32 hours during a week we would consider this a part time period of recognised training and the trainee will be expected to complete more than the minimum two year requirement.
Linklaters is one of the world's leading law firms. We are a high-performing, diverse team of exceptional, talented and highly motivated individuals who handle the biggest and most transformational mandates for the world's leading corporates, banks and financial sponsors.
During a training contract, also referred to as a period of recognised training, you'll work at a law firm and gain hands on experience in a number of legal practice areas. Each period is known as a “seat” and last approximately six months each.