CMS

About the firm

Senior partner: Charles Currier

Managing partner: Stephen Millar

Other offices: Bristol, Sheffield, Manchester

Who we are: CMS is a future facing organisation of independent law firms.

With more than 80 offices in over 40 countries and 5,800+ lawyers worldwide, CMS offers deep local market understanding with a global perspective.

We are focused on building strong relationships with our clients, our people, our industry sectors and wider communities.

As a future facing firm we take a bold, dynamic and agile approach to help clients of every size face the future with confidence. We have an immense depth of understanding of the sectors in which we operate. Our lawyers are genuine experts in their fields and are able to advise on current challenges as well as anticipate those on the horizon that are likely to shape the future.

What we do: We want to ensure that we build a culture of trust, respect and support embracing all aspects of diversity and inclusion, leading the legal sector in social impact and sustainability. Our aim is to inspire, impact and support our clients and our people, helping them to maximise their potential and thrive.

What we’re looking for: An open mind, willingness to learn and commitment to the programme. We look for resilience when exposed to challenges, an appetite to learn and to continuously seek opportunities for personal development

What you’ll do: On our six-year Solicitor Apprenticeship programme, you will be enrolled onto a law degree in Legal Practice and Skills (LLB) at the University of Law at a location appropriate to your apprenticeship. Following successful completion of your LLB you will sit your Solicitors Qualifying Examinations (SQE). One day per week will be dedicated to your study, with the remainder of your week spent working at CMS.

We will ensure that you become fully immersed into the business, through gaining valuable, practical experience across many of our practice groups as well as providing you with world-class training and development opportunities.

You will have the opportunity to learn and work at the same time on your path to becoming a fully-qualified solicitor.

Perks: Medical insurance, discounted gym, Cycle to work, occupational health, eye tests, flu vaccinations, season ticket loan, life assurance.

Seat options

Real estate; TMIC; corporate; finance; LAIE; EPC.

Diversity and inclusion