Clyde & Co has grown to become a leading global law firm in
our core sectors. With a headcount of over 5,000 staff operating from
over 60 offices and associated offices across six continents, we offer
a comprehensive range of legal services and advice to businesses
operating at the heart of global trade and commerce.
From developed to emerging markets, we aim to support our
clients by putting the power of our globally integrated firm at their
disposal with a range of seamless and efficient services and the very
best, commercially minded, legal advice. This, together with our
sector expertise and regional understanding, allows us to help clients
identify and manage risk and liability, navigate challenges, harness
commercial potential and achieve sustained growth in today's complex
and volatile business environment.
We are committed to being a responsible business which means
taking responsibility for the impact we have on the environment and
seeking to reduce it as much and as quickly as possible. It means
taking responsibility for giving back and being a positive contributor
to the communities in which we operate. And it means taking
responsibility for fostering a truly diverse workforce and an
inclusive workplace so that all our people can flourish and fulfil
their highest potential, for the benefit of them, the firm and our clients.
Summer Vacation Scheme 2025 for Candidate Attorney position in
2026 or 2027
At Clyde & Co in South Africa we know the importance of
maximizing our candidates' exposure to all aspects of our specialised
practice and providing them with the appropriate guidance and training
to ensure a meaningful articling experience.
We take a teamwork approach. Vacation Scheme candidates are given the
opportunity to work closely with both Associates and Partners, while
being given the freedom to act independently. A healthy balance is
maintained between theoretical and practical tasks.
We offer Vacation Scheme work placements and articles in both our
Johannesburg and Cape Town offices. You can only apply to one
location. This application is for our Johannesburg office.
Should you be interested in our Cape Town Vacation Scheme
opportunity, please visit our website.
Successful Vacation Scheme candidates will be given the opportunity
to apply for a Candidate Attorney position starting in the years 2026
or 2027.
What to expect
Be immersed in our firm and the work we do from day one
Unrivalled training and support, from fee earners and HR
Experience real work by observing cases, drafting responses,
providing advice and preparing research
Get involved in significant deals, meetings and negotiations
See how our lawyers provide a complete legal service to clients in
our core practice areas
Attend seminars, networking events and social events with
colleagues and clients
The Programme Dates
20th January 2025 - 24th January 2025
Key Requirements
You must be eligible for Articles in 2026 or 2027.
You must either be a penultimate year or final year law student.
70% overall academic average.
BA Law, BCom Law or LLB stream.
Permanent South African residency.
Recruitment Process
One virtual video interview with one of our HR team members
Virtual Assessment Day
Reasonable Adjustments
Let us know if you need us to make adjustments or changes to the
interview process to help you best demonstrate your suitability for
the role. We will do our best to accommodate your request. If you wish
to discuss anything regarding the interview process, please contact
Early Careers (EarlyCareers@clydeco.com).
Application will close on the 20th December 2024. However, please
note that we will be hiring for this role on a rolling basis,
applications will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis.
Therefore, we reserve the right to close these applications early.
Our Values
Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite
us in our endeavors and strengthen our delivery, for our clients and
our firm. We:
Work as one We are a globally connected team of
talented people who act with a firm-first mentality to achieve success
Excel with clients We aim high and challenge
ourselves to deliver unique excellence for our clients, keeping them
at the centre of everything we do
Celebrate difference We help each other to be at
our best and believe our differences result in greater achievement
Act boldly We seek new opportunities, take action
and learn as we go, recognising that curiosity drives our
development and contributes to growth
Please click "Apply Now" below to complete an application.
