London Training Contract 2026

Kennedys

Sep 13, 2024

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Legal
London

Requirements

Obtaining a training contract at Kennedys, will be the start of an exciting and successful career in a global law firm.
You will gain early responsibility and client contact developing you into an excellent solicitor, capable of running your own caseload once qualified.
Throughout your two year training contract, you will be supported by senior solicitors and partners to develop you into a competent, confident and commercially driven lawyer.
You will be able to choose from a variety of seats in specialist areas and you may also have the opportunity to go on an international or client secondment.
Our training contracts are two years in length and you will undertake four six-month seats within specialist areas such as:
Insurance and Reinsurance
Liability Defence
Commercial
Before starting a Training Contract, we ask all of our future trainees to undertake the LLM SQE1&2 course and SQE exams.
Non-law graduates will be required to complete a law conversion course prior to undertaking the LLM SQE1&2 course.
We also welcome applications from candidates who have completed the LPC.
Closing date: 29 November 2024.
Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.

Responsibilities

Obtaining a training contract at Kennedys will be the start of an exciting and successful career in a global law firm. At Kennedys, you will gain early responsibility and client contact developing you into an excellent solicitor, capable of running your own caseload once qualified.
Throughout your two year training contract, you will be supported by senior solicitors and partners to develop you into a competent, confident and commercially driven lawyer. You will be able to choose from a variety of seats in specialist areas and you may also have the opportunity to go on an international or client secondment.
Our training contracts are two years in length and you will undertake four six-month seats within specialist areas such as Insurance and Reinsurance, Liability Defence, and Commercial.

FAQs

What is the duration of the training contract at Kennedys?

The training contract at Kennedys is two years in length.

How many seats will I undertake during the training contract?

You will undertake four six-month seats in various specialist areas.

What types of specialist areas can I expect to work in during my training?

You can expect to work in specialist areas such as Insurance and Reinsurance, Liability Defence, and Commercial.

Will I have opportunities for client contact during my training?

Yes, you will gain early responsibility and client contact, allowing you to develop into a competent solicitor.

Is there a requirement to complete any courses before starting the training contract?

Yes, all future trainees must undertake the LLM SQE1&2 course and SQE exams. Non-law graduates must complete a law conversion course prior to this.

Are LPC graduates eligible to apply for this training contract?

Yes, we welcome applications from candidates who have completed the LPC.

Is there an opportunity for secondments during the training contract?

Yes, you may have the opportunity to go on an international or client secondment during your training.

What is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 29 November 2024.

How can I request additional support or adjustments for my application?

Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments in order to submit your application to Kennedys.

Kennedys

A global law firm with expertise in litigation/dispute resolution and advisory services.

Law

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1899

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Kennedys is a global law firm with expertise in litigation/dispute resolution and advisory services, particularly in the insurance/reinsurance and liability sectors. With over 2,150 people worldwide across 41 offices in the UK and Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific and the Americas, we have some of the most respected legal minds in their fields. We act for insurers, reinsurers, Lloyd’s Syndicates, public bodies and corporates. Our deep sector knowledge means that we understand the impact of proposed regulations and advise our clients on the implications this will have on their business. Every day we make a difference for our clients.