2028 Training Contract (2026 Recruitment)

Job Description

We are looking for accomplished and articulate applicants who can contribute their own ideas and opinions. We need enthusiastic people who will enjoy getting to know clients and colleagues and who understand that working at the forefront of legal services often requires hard work, applied intellect and a collaborative approach to working in a team. We are looking for people who display the drive and commitment to meet the high standards we expect. Applicants should also possess outstanding academic abilities.

2028 TRAINING PROGRAMME 

The Clifford Chance Asia Training Programme is an unique 26-month programme delivered in collaboration with our formal law alliance partner, Cavenagh Law LLP, and will first provide a Practice Training Contract in Singapore through Cavenagh Law LLP, followed by the Trainee Associate Programme with Clifford Chance.

This is a truly international programme; there is an opportunity for you to complete a seat in one of the international offices of Clifford Chance. 

In addition to gaining excellent exposure to international work, you will also receive access to the world class training that Clifford Chance provides to its trainees globally and access to the training resources of the Clifford Chance Academy. 

The Training Programme is designed to help you build a portfolio of technical, business and commercial skills to support and sustain growth in your practical experience. You will progress through a structured programme in each seat and receive mentoring and performance assessments from dedicated supervisors. Upon completion of the Training Programme, you will have the opportunity to be considered for associate positions with Cavenagh Law LLP or Clifford Chance.

Qualifications

• Students studying law overseas at a university approved by the Singapore Ministry of Law who are due to graduate in mid-2026
• Students studying law in Singapore who are due to graduate in mid-2027
• Citizen or Permanent Resident of Singapore

Additional Information

Equal opportunities statement

At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society.

We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age.  This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.

We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.

Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm. 

Find out more about our inclusive culture here