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"In everything we do we connect with our People, our Clients and our Communities"

DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers and business service professionals located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Their global reach ensures that they can help businesses with their legal needs anywhere in the world. They strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality, service excellence and value to their clients and offering practical and innovative legal solutions to help them succeed.

Making business better. DLA Piper believe great businesses can make a better world. Forward-thinking, innovative organisations can find the answers to today’s most difficult questions. That’s why, every day, they help them succeed. Their bold and dynamic culture means they think big and act decisively. Because relationships are at the heart of everything they do for their clients and communities. Let’s make business better. Together.

In 2021, DLA Piper gave nearly 200,000 hours of free legal advice, making them one of the world’s largest providers of pro bono legal services.

*Pro bono work is a service provided for free to individuals, charities or community groups who cannot afford to pay.

Values:

  • Be Supportive – we are compassionate and inclusive, valuing diversity and acting thoughtfully.
  • Be Collaborative - we are proactive, passionate team players investing in our relationships.
  • Be Bold - we are fearless and inquisitive, challenging ourselves to think big and find creative new solutions.
  • Be Exceptional - we are strategic and driven, exceeding standards and expectations

Are you interested in a career in a law firm? Looking for an Apprenticeship programme that allows you to get the right experiences and training to kick-start your career. Then join DLA Piper's virtual event to find out more about their opportunities!

 

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Upcoming placements

What do DLA Piper look for in their employees?

Young people that demonstrate the following essential skills:

  • Analytical
  • Communication
  • Creativity/innovation
  • Digital
  • Numeracy
  • Adaptability
  • Organisation
  • Problem solving 
  • Resilience 
  • Teamwork 

Young people who study or have an interest in:

  • All subjects are welcome

Early careers opportunities

  • Level 7 apprenticeship
  • Degree apprenticeship
  • Internships 
  • Training programmes

Benefits of working at DLA Piper

DLA Piper recognise the demands of work and personal life, and they aspire to provide you with useful benefits and tools to help manage and attain a healthy and productive life.

  • Medical, dental, vision: variety of plans to choose from.
  • Resources for Your well-being: from massage therapy reimbursements to mindfulness apps and platforms.
  • Pre-tax savings benefit plans: offer a variety of pre-tax benefit plans, such as commuter, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.
  • Income protection plans: access to life, disability and critical illness insurance options. 
  • For your peace of mind: from backup child and adult/elder and pet care, to educational advising through College Coach, these resources can help you juggle the realities of everyday life.
  • Discount programs: save on items – big and small – such as car-buying programs, retail discounts, student loan refinancing and more

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