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Recognition
High-quality training is the hallmark of our trainee training programme at Kirkland & Ellis – we have been awarded the LawCareers. Net “Best Trainer – US Law firm in the City” accolade on numerous occasions.
Seat Rotations
You will have four six-month seats. Three of our main practice areas are corporate, finance and investment funds and so it is likely you will spend a seat in each of these. Your other seats will be allocated from one of our other complementary practice areas.
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Your Training & Post-Qualification Training
Your Training
The formal training programme we run for the first four months of your Training Contract covers primary practice areas in detail, building on the skills you have already learned, while also introducing new topics. There are also opportunities for soft skills training.
Post-Qualification Training
Your training and development does not stop after your Training Contract. We continue to invest in your professional development through regular lunchtime training sessions and workshops.
These are tailored specifically to the work of the London office, such as corporate and finance update sessions. Nearly all of our teams have Professional Support Lawyers, dedicated to ensuring you receive the highest quality training throughout your career.
In addition, you will follow certain sessions from the Kirkland University, our firm-wide training programme. At Kirkland your career is our business, so we are focused on helping you become the best lawyer you can be.
Rewards & Benefits
Private Medical Insurance
Life Insurance
Income
Protection
Travel
Insurance
Pension
Scheme
Corporate Gym
Membership
Dental
Plan
GP Consultation Service
Fertility and Family Forming
Employee
Assistance
Plan
Cycle to
Work Scheme
Free
Breakfast
Emergency Back-up
Child/elder-care
Subsidised
Lunch
Wellbeing
Apps
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Concierge
25 Days
Holiday
Season Ticket
Loan
BUPA Health
Assessment
Meet The People
Training Principal
Rajinder BassiTrainees spend the majority of their time working on real deals and cases gaining exposure to partners who are working at the top of their game…
Partner (Former Kirkland Associate)
Sam SherwoodI joined Kirkland having trained at another law firm. I was attracted by the big deals and the truly international nature of the work…
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Awards & Recognitions
The Legal 500 Future Lawyers – Client contact 2022/2023
The Legal 500 Future Lawyers – Confidence of being kept on 2022/2023
Legal Cheek – Most admired firm 2023 (commendation)
Law.com International – The British Legal Awards – Private Equity team of the year 2022