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The Vacancy Launch Your Legal Career with Fieldfisher's Prestigious Graduate Legal Professional Scheme Commencing in September 2025, Fieldfisher invites ambitious Law graduates to embark on our distinguished Graduate Legal Professional Scheme. This two-year programme offers unparalleled exposure to a variety of legal disciplines, providing an exceptional opportunity to initiate your career in a supportive and inclusive environment within an international law firm. Why Choose Fieldfisher? Your journey will begin with a comprehensive induction week at our Belfast office, immersing you in Fieldfisher's welcoming culture and providing an overview of the exciting prospects ahead. Following this, you will enjoy an engaging visit to our London headquarters, where you'll have the opportunity to network with Trainee Solicitors and Apprentices during multiple introductory sessions and partake in a social gathering on our 9th-floor terrace, which boasts splendid views over the River Thames. Opportunities and Experiences Successful candidates will gain experience across several practice areas: Regulatory, Dispute Resolution, Technology and Data, Personal Injury/Medical Negligence, Corporate, and Real Estate within our Cross Area Specialist Team "CAST." Collaborate on high-profile matters with our UK, European, and US offices alongside teams renowned for their exemplary service. You will become a part of our dynamic Belfast team, providing legal support to our UK and European offices and gaining exposure to a diverse array of sectors. Our scheme is designed to offer insights into the vast career opportunities available at Fieldfisher, positioning you for success in a leading international law firm. Training and Support With guidance from your Supervisor, Belfast Leadership Group, and HR/Recruitment Team, we'll nurture and inspire you throughout your career journey. Our bespoke training programme, crafted by the People Development team, complements practical training and covers essential topics such as Client Care, Company Law, Professional Standards, and Understanding Law Firms as Businesses. Graduates completing the scheme will be well-positioned to continue their careers within Fieldfisher, with opportunities to diversify beyond traditional legal practice. Based in our Belfast Support Hub, you'll become part of a vibrant and rapidly growing workplace. Experience Highlights Benefit from maximum exposure and a variety of experiences by engaging in activities such as: Drafting letters and court documents Shadowing witness interviews Data extraction and legal contract analysis Proofreading documents Preparing electronic bundles for court Legal research, evidence review, and expert opinions Participating in client onboarding and care Undertaking various legal projects and tasks as assigned A Bit About You We are seeking candidates who possess: A Law degree with a minimum of a 2:1 A strong academic record complemented by a solid work ethic The ability to work collaboratively Robust organisational and time-management skills A keen eagerness to learn Excellent communication skills A proactive approach, capable of working independently and within teams Recruitment Process Prepare to engage in our recruitment steps, which include: Completing an online application form Undertaking a video interview Attending our assessment centre Watch our video to hear previous graduates discuss their experiences: Legal Professional Graduate Scheme – YouTube . Inclusion at Fieldfisher At Fieldfisher, led by the social model of disability, we are working towards removing accessibility barriers and maximising disability and neurodiversity inclusion in our recruitment processes. Should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact a member of Fieldfisher's recruitment team, who will work with you to implement suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are treated in the strictest of confidence, and we would appreciate your feedback to ensure we can provide an accessible and enjoyable recruitment process. For accessibility information on our Belfast offices, visit: Fieldfisher Belfast Hub Accessibility #FieldfisherCareers To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
