Travers Smith Frequently Asked Questions

All your questions about Travers Smith, answered!

Are there any overseas opportunities?

There is the opportunity to complete a seat in Paris. Following qualification, there are numerous opportunities for secondments to overseas law firms with whom Travers Smith have a close relationship. In recent years, associates have worked on secondment in places such as the Netherlands, Germany and Spain.

How much are students paid for the vacation scheme?

Remuneration is £750 per week.

How many offices does Travers Smith have in total?

Two - London and Paris

What benefits does Travers Smith offer?

Employees benefits are a crucial part of our employment value proposition. We have invested in a market-leading technology platform which enables trainees to have choice and flexibility, when selecting from a wide range of benefits and services, all of great quality and either entirely free because they are funded by the firm, or at negotiated, discounted rates, compared to what can be purchased on the high street.

We recognise that employees will have different priorities and interests, depending on where they are in their careers, so there is choice and flexibility from the outset, in addition to a wide series of wellbeing related initiatives to support employees. Those that love to travel might prioritise how to use the 27 days' paid holiday and select our travel insurance.

Those focused on ESG issues may be interested in our award-winning fully subsidised restaurant, our charitable giving options, environmentally conscious pension investments or electric cars. We also have really supportive family-focused benefits, including a comprehensive parental leave package and paid time off and access to paid benefits for family members.

Whatever your interests, we continue to invest in the package so there is something for everyone and see this as pivotal to what is offered by the firm.

Does Travers Smith have a CSR programme?

Yes. Our CSR Programme is diverse, exciting and ever expanding. Its success is underpinned by the passion of our people, and in turn, the programme gives us all the chance to share knowledge, experience and acquire new skills. We engage with diverse audiences and communities, which in turn helps encourage all our people to be individual, and to recognise their position not only within the business world, but also within wider society. Our programme spans across four key areas: Community engagement; Working with charities; Supporting emerging artists; and Pro bono legal.

Is it possible to get involved in pro-bono work at Travers Smith?

We are committed to using our legal capabilities to address environmental risk and promote sustainability, to defend the vulnerable and promote a positive and inclusive global society where opportunities are available to all, and the rule of law is respected.

Our award-winning pro bono programme targets the most impactful partnerships and legal work in the following four sectors:

Climate, environment, and sustainability
Diversity, inclusion and social mobility
Vulnerable groups (refugees, survivors of domestic violence and survivors of human trafficking)
Rule of Law

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