Application process

Our selection criteria

We welcome applications from both students with and without a law background, who have a minimum of ABB from three A-Levels (excluding General Studies) or 320 UCAS points. Candidates must also have achieved at least a 2:1 classification at degree level.

We are pleased to be partnering with Rare Recruitment, to help facilitate one of our core missions to continually improve social mobility. Through Rare Recruitment each candidate’s application can be reviewed in the context of their socioeconomic background, enabling us to create a more socially diverse workforce.

What we look for

Some of the attributes we look for in our new recruits:

• Enthused by our values. We want people who love the work that they do.
• Innovative and creative thinker. We want people who can help us evolve.
• Intellectually curious to research and enquire. We want independent thinkers.
• Understands personal impact on others; knowing how to contribute most effectively in the workplace. We want individuals to join our firm.
• Flexible team worker. We want people who contribute positively when working in a team.
• Accomplished communicator. We want people with the ability to positively influence others.
• Manages personal performance to meet expectations; demonstrating drive, determination and accountability whilst doing so. We want people who are committed to succeeding.
• Resilience, perseverance and positivity when meeting new challenges. We want people who don’t give up.

How to apply

We recruit our trainees solely through the vacation scheme programme, apply here. You will then need to complete an electronic application form and upload a copy of your CV. If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to a virtual interview. If you are successful in the virtual interview, you will be selected to attend the vacation scheme.  

We will be recruiting for 2026 and 2027 in our next round of recruitment and you can now apply here, between 25 November 2024 and 14 February 2025.

Anthony Collins Solicitors provides funding towards LPC and SQE fees to those who are joining us as trainees and are currently or about to commence their studies.

Contact our early talent team

If you’d like more information, please contact our early talent team directly here.

We’re extremely proud of the calibre of lawyers we attract – people who are inspired by our values and motivated by our vision. We work with our clients to positively influence the society and communities we are building together. 

Peter Hubbard, Managing partner

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