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Emerging talent.
At Burges Salmon, our Emerging Talent programmes are designed to help you build a meaningful and successful career — whether you’re exploring the legal profession or developing your skills within our business services teams.
We’re an independent law firm based in Bristol, London and Edinburgh, known for our supportive culture and the quality of our work with leading clients such as the John Lewis Partnership and HSBC Bank plc.
Whether you join us as a trainee solicitor, apprentice or through student work experience, you’ll be supported to realise your ambition through high‑profile work, structured learning and opportunities to grow.
People are central to our culture, and you’ll be part of an inclusive community that prioritises wellbeing and development.
Our collaborative environment enables you to learn from experts, contribute to meaningful work and build a high‑quality, fulfilling career with confidence.
Rotate through six areas, from Banking and Real Estate to Dispute Resolution and Private Client, gaining varied experience to make an informed decision upon qualification.
Work with prestigious clients like The John Lewis Partnership, National Highways, Babcock International Group, The Crown Commercial Service, Virgin Group, HSBC Bank plc, Yeo Valley, Spire Healthcare, EDF and Octopus.
Enhance your skills through in-house work experience placements with major clients.
Balance early responsibility with a supportive, open-door environment that pushes you to excel.
Engage in diversity, wellbeing, and community activities, or contribute through pro bono work.
Enjoy firm-wide bonuses, discounted gym memberships, and private healthcare to support your wellbeing.
Want to earn while you learn? Our apprenticeships give you real experience across legal and business services, helping you build practical skills and gain industry exposure from day one.
With dedicated support and a culture where brilliance belongs, you’ll be set up to grow and thrive.
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We offer work experience placements and information days for school and college students, giving you early exposure to life at a leading law firm.
Our programmes provide insight into the legal and business services sectors and help you understand what a professional career in these areas looks like.
Find out moreWhether you’re aiming to be a trainee solicitor or are better suited to an apprenticeship, our events are designed to help you question, explore and experience life at the firm.
The evenings will consist of a welcome presentation from a partner, a talk on ‘life as a trainee’ at the firm, and information on the training contract application process.
You will have the chance to network and ask questions following the talk, with light refreshments available.
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Brilliant minds question everything. A series of talks designed for curious minds — offering insight into life at a law firm, and developing the skills you need to succeed.
Dates to follow
Our Open Days are designed to give you an insight into a legal career at Burges Salmon. The day will include:
• Talks from lawyers across various practice areas
• A presentation on ‘A Day in the life of a trainee solicitor’
• Engaging group activities
• An overview of our recruitment and application process
• A networking lunch with Burges Salmon colleagues
Dates for your diary :
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For any emerging talent queries, please contact us here: [email protected].
