Training and development

'Launchpad' is our programme for newly qualified solicitors. It prepares you for the next step in your career – which is to make it to associate. We run a two-day programme covering everything from basic law firm economics to building client relationships (with everything in between). Six months later there's a follow-up during which you'll reflect on what you've learned and show off your new skills and experience!

As an associate you'll receive ongoing training and development, along with opportunities for international or client secondments as your career progresses. We'll develop your skills in business development, client relationship management and as a supervisor.

By the time you've made it to senior associate you'll be a 'pro' (proficient and proactive) at driving coordinated business development campaigns in conjunction with partners, and at managing and getting the very best out of your team. You should also be looking at progressing to director at this stage.

Our director development centre is a two-day programme which allows you to assess your strengths and development needs through 360º feedback and team activity, and asks you to 'action plan' your promotion to director.

We've developed a tailored induction for you once you've made it to partner, which will continue to grow your people, business and practice management skills, as well as your leadership and business development skills. We'll also assign a coach to you for six months to help you map out your new role, understand what's different and start to think about what's important for future success.