Graduates & summer clerks

Diverse graduate programme

Every year we welcome graduates into our national programme which is designed to ensure you get maximum support and exposure to a wide variety of work.

You can expect to be involved in client work from day one, included within our specialised teams of solicitors, associates and partners all working together to achieve the best outcome for our clients. You’ll receive plenty of support and guidance from our senior staff.

Inclusive summer clerk programme

Our summer clerk programme is the best way to gain a true appreciation of what it’s really like to be part of a legal team at Duncan Cotterill.

You can expect to work hard, have fun and be put some of that theory into practice as you contribute in client team discussions.  You’ll also have plenty of opportunity to chat with our solicitors, associates, partners and business support team to explore your particular areas of interest.

Celebrate outstanding performance

Big or small, we enjoy celebrating things that make a difference to our team, clients or community.

Recognition may come in the form of a simple thank you, or more formally through our quarterly Stand Out awards where we nominate our peers for outstanding contributions.

Great benefits available

Working here you’ll quickly gain an appreciation of the many benefits available.

Ranging from competitive salaries and supportive training programmes to sustainable health and wellbeing initiatives — in addition to the many lifestyle opportunities that our four office locations provide.