Macfarlanes
Training Programme 2028
2nd Year, 3rd Year, Final Year
Date to be confirmed
Law
Overview
Two-year training contract starting in 2028 at Macfarlanes, widely regarded as one of the strongest independent firms in the City.
Four six-month seat rotations across the firm's top-ranked practice areas (M&A, tax, private capital, disputes).
Among the highest in the UK independent market. NQ salaries at Macfarlanes are widely benchmarked.
Penultimate-year law students, final-year non-law students, plus career changers and graduates.
Online assessment in two stages, both built around commercial scenarios. Deadline 26 June 2026 at 23:59 BST.
Extremely selective. typically <5% of applicants secure a training contract.
One of the most prestigious training contracts in London. strong springboard into elite practice areas.
Heads up
Dates can shift each year. Always confirm the live deadline on the provider's own page before you apply.
