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When can I apply?

Scheme	Duration	Dates	Application dates	Eligible
Direct Training Contract	2 years	2027	3 February 2025 - 16 March 2025	Finalists and graduates of all subjects
Winter Vacation Scheme	2 weeks	2 December - 13 December 2024	2 September 2024 – 29 September 2024	Penultimate year, final year and graduates (law and non-law)
Summer Vacation Scheme 1	2 weeks	9 June – 20 June 2025	4 November 2024 – 5 January 2025	Penultimate year, final year and graduates (law and non-law)
Summer Vacation Scheme 2	2 weeks	14 July - 25 July 2025	4 November 2024 – 5 January 2025	Penultimate year, final year and graduates (law and non-law)
Business & Legal Operations Graduate Scheme	2 years	September 2025	7 October 2024 – 8 December 2024	Finalists and graduates of all subjects
Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme (London)	6 years	September 2025	4 November 2024 – 23 February 2025	All final year A level students and school leavers (must have completed A Levels)
Paralegal Apprenticeship Programme (Newcastle)	2 years	September 2025	4 November 2024 – 23 February 2025	All final year A level students and school leavers (must have completed A Levels)

What we’re looking for

In this video, Becky McLaren, Senior Early Careers Recruitment Advisor speaks to Rory Goldsmith, Future Trainee to discuss his experience on an NRF Vacation Scheme.

“You’ve got to be curious, clever, and willing to work hard, but if you are, you can be part of a great firm and do some fascinating work in a supportive, collegiate environment.” Farmida Bi, Global Chair

Our competency framework outlines six key qualities we seek in future talent and from everyone working at NRF. This framework is designed to support your professional growth and provides clear guidance on the skills to develop as you advance in your career with us.

Stretch and grow

High Performing People & Teams: You’re dedicated to personal growth, adaptable in your skills, and demonstrate resilience.

Exceptional Client Service: You actively seek feedback, are reliable, and approach problem-solving with curiosity and critical thinking.

Look up and out

Ambitious Strategy: You think creatively about strategies, embrace change, and understand global trends to help improve our firm’s success.

Business Growth & Innovation: You showcase creative thinking, strong communication skills, effective networking, and an understanding of business insights.

All in for one NRF

Inclusive Leader: You listen well, build trust, and make thoughtful decisions to foster an inclusive environment.

Financial & Commercial Acumen: You have an interest in business, can anticipate challenges, and know how to analyse data for smart decision-making.

Diversity, equity and inclusion

Being a leader in diversity, equity and inclusion is an integral part of our vision and strategy. We know that our diversity is a strength that both benefits and binds our people and our clients.

By striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and realise their career potential, we look for individuals who see opportunities differently.