Trowers & Hamlins FAQs

Hear the answers to your frequently asked questions, from the firm itself!

What do you look for in a trainee?

All kinds of individuals build careers, connections, and flourish at Trowers & Hamlins, but there are a few things that they all have in common. We're looking for people who can excel within our core values:

We collaborate. We savour success. We are driven by innovation. We're not afraid to be human

We also look for people that have the following strengths:

A growth mindset – strong candidates are open to learning and feedback, always striving to develop
Adaptability – being able to adapt to new circumstances and environments
Analytical mindset – being able to analyse and interpret problems with sound judgement
Collaboration skills – being able to build relationships with colleagues and achieve results through teamwork
Commercial awareness – an awareness of the business world in which the firm operates and how this may impact us and our clients
Communication skills – being able to explain complex issues, whether written or verbal, to others in a clear and easy to understand manner
Innovation – curiosity about the market and the future of the industry
Judgement – developing informed opinions after careful consideration and utilising available resources
Personal responsibility – a willingness to take ownership of tasks
Resilience – having a determined and positive attitude in overcoming obstacles and change (all other questions remain unchanged)

Am I eligible to apply?

You are eligible to apply for our schemes if you are a:

Penultimate or final year law student
Final year non-law student
Graduate or career changer

I'm a non-law student; do I still need to complete the equivalent of the GDL?

Yes, currently the firm will still require non-law students to complete an equivalent of the GDL before starting the SQE preparation programme.

Are there any secondment opportunities?

Yes, international secondments are open to trainees from all offices and include opportunities in Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Dubai and Oman. Client secondments are less common and are on a case by case basis as the business requires.

Apply now!