Graduates

Shape a career without limits.

We are a dynamic international law firm dedicated to helping clients move their businesses forward. With an inclusive culture and innovative mindset, we deliver smarter, more creative legal services that drive better outcomes for our clients.

Ambitious and entrepreneurial graduates are rewarded at Reed Smith with a training programme that is supportive, challenging and exciting, offering unparalleled client and international secondments. Our unique culture, which allows trainees to turn passions into careers, is one of the reasons our lawyers remain with us for such a long time, moving seats, jobs roles and even countries, but sticking with the firm.

Take a look at our graduate brochure and website to see whether Reed Smith might be the place for you. 

Reed Smith News

If you would like to stay up to date with Reed Smith, like us on Facebook and follow us on LinkedIn or Instagram.

Dates for your Diary

Vacation Scheme Applications 

The deadline for our 2023 spring and summer Vacation Schemes is 12th December 2022. Dates for the spring and summer vacation scheme are still TBC, however they are expected to take place in April and late June respectively. Confirmed dates will be communicated to successful applicants. You will be able to select your preference between our Spring and Summer Schemes.

First Year Scheme

Applications for our first year scheme are open now. The deadline to apply is 6th February 2023. Dates for this are also TBC and will be confirmed to successful applicants.