Clifford Chance

About the Company

We are one of the world's largest law firms with significant depth and range of resources across five continents. As a single, fully integrated, global partnership, we pride ourselves on our approachable, collegiate and team based way of working.

We always strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, which include corporates from all the commercial and industrial sectors, governments, regulators, trade bodies and not for profit organisations. We provide them with the highest quality advice and legal insight, which combines the Firm's global standards with in-depth local expertise.

Many of the world's leading organisations look to Clifford Chance not just for legal expertise but for advice on business critical issues.

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Company Name

Clifford Chance

Job Title

ACCESS Development Programme 2026

Job Description

**Job Title** ACCESS Development Programme 2026 **Role Summary** Two‑year structured entry‑level programme designed for high‑school students meeting specific socioeconomic criteria. Participants receive mentorship, legal sector exposure, training sessions, and assessment opportunities. Successful completion leads to the SPARK pathway, which may result in a Training Contract. **Expectations** - Attend launch, assessment, and training events (virtual and in‑person). - Complete Watson Glaser critical‑reasoning test. - Engage actively with mentor, tutor, and Early Talent team. - Participate in all programme components (10 modules). - Demonstrate progress toward SPARK eligibility. **Key Responsibilities** - Attend scheduled workshops, seminars, and networking sessions. - Complete programme coursework and assignments. - Meet regularly with assigned mentor and tutor to set goals. - Participate in virtual and in‑person work‑shadowing opportunities. - Complete all assessment tasks, including the Watson Glaser test and subsequent review. - Build professional network within the firm and broader legal community. - Reflect on learning and submit progress reports as required. **Required Skills** - Strong written and verbal communication. - Analytical and critical‑reasoning ability (Watson Glaser test required). - Ability to work independently and within a team. - Time‑management and organisational skills. - Enthusiasm for learning about commercial legal practice. - Adaptability to virtual and in‑person environments. **Required Education & Certifications** - Current enrolment in Year 12 (England & Wales), S5 (Scotland) or Lower Sixth (Northern Ireland). - Meet at least two socio‑economic/educational criteria such as: * Attendance at a state‑funded, non‑fee‑paying school since age 11. * Coming from a household where no parent/guardian attended university. * Receipt of free school meals, pupil premium, education maintenance allowance, or 16‑19 bursary. * Attendance at a school with below‑average A‑level or higher point score and/or low progression rate. * Current or former local authority care for ≥3 months. * Full‑time or part‑time carer. * Refugee or asylum seeker status. * Lower socioeconomic household earner at age 14. - Pass the Watson Glaser critical‑reasoning test. No prior work experience is required; however, the programme is competitive and seeks motivated candidates with the above eligibility.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

18-12-2025

Company Name

Clifford Chance

Job Title

SPARK Development Programme 2026

Job Description

Job title: SPARK Development Programme 2026 Role Summary: Structured nine-month development programme for early-career law students, blending classroom learning, skill development, and legal practice shadowing to provide foundational legal knowledge and business skills. Designed for progression to a Training Contract. Expactations: Full availability in the UK from May to July 2026 for mandatory components (Launch, Insights/Skills, Shadowing). Commitment to unpaid elements during initial phases. Key Responsibilities: Attend intensive learning sessions on commercial law, shadow legal professionals, participate in skill-building exercises, engage with industry experts during virtual/in-person workshops, and demonstrate performance for career progression. Required Skills: Academic excellence in law or non-law undergraduate study; teamwork; strong communication; critical reasoning; adaptability to fast-paced, dynamic environments. Required Education & Certifications: First-year law students (three-year degree), second-year law students (four-year degree), or penultimate-year non-law students enrolled at a UK university. Valid UK work authorization. Completion of Watson Glaser critical reasoning test required.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

18-12-2025