Careers

Reading about us is one way to get a feel for who we are and what we do, but there's nothing quite like spending a week here to help you decide if you want to build a long-term career with us after you graduate.

This year we will be running a one-week vacation scheme in December specifically for those in their final year of university or those who have already graduated. (2 December to 6 December).

You'll spend your week in a department, being supervised by a qualified solicitor, who'll get you involved in real work. You'll learn about our specialist areas by attending workshops and other sessions. There are also several social events to get to know our partners, associates, and current trainees away from the bustle of daily life. You will be interviewed for a Training Contract once the scheme has finished in January 2025. Please be aware that Training Contract offers are primarily for a start date in September 2027, though there may be a limited number of openings available for March 2027.

We will be accepting applications for our Winter Vacation Scheme from 26 August 2024 to 20 September 2024 at noon. Assessment Centres and Interviews will take place from mid-October into November.

Once you have submitted your online application you will receive an invitation from us to complete 3 psychometric assessments. You will be given 3 days to complete the assessments, unfortunately we are unable to provide any extension to this timeline unless there are extenuating circumstances. If you do not complete the tests within the timeframe, we will be unable to proceed with your application. Should you require adjustments please don't hesitate to contact us and we will be on hand to assist.

We do not recruit on a rolling basis and will look at all applications after the deadline.

Overseas candidates - if you are out of the country this academic year, please clearly state this in your application, along with dates you will be able to attend an interview in London.

Please note that you cannot apply for a Vacation Scheme and a Training Contract within the same recruitment year e.g., our Direct Training Contract recruitment window opens in January 2025, you should not make an application for a Direct Training Contract in that window if you intend to apply currently for one of our Vacation schemes as we are unable to progress your application.

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If you would like to find out more about Ashurst and develop your skills, why not consider undertaking one of our virtual experience programmes. You may also wish to visit our Emerging Talent Hub which has many resources available regarding our application process along with lots of insights from our people. Please click here to find out more.

Ahead of our closing date of 20 September we will be running a virtual mini series "Ashurst in Action". The series is open to all students and graduates and is particulary useful for those who are considering applying for this vacation scheme. Click here to find out more and to sign up.

For further information on candidate eligibility, our application and assessment process, key dates as well as general FAQs, please visit our website.