2025 Pupillage Programme

Walkers; Hamilton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is offering a Pupillage Programme for qualified Bermudians and PRC holders to engage in comprehensive legal training. Trainees will work on various legal disciplines for 12 months, gaining insights from seasoned professionals in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will possess a law degree, a strong academic record, and a commitment to a legal career at the firm.

Qualifications

• Must be a Bermudian or PRC holder with a law degree.
• Demonstrated record of academic achievement is necessary.
• Commitment to a career in law is essential.

Responsibilities

• Engage in industry-leading transactions as a pupil.
• Rotate throughout various practice areas for hands-on learning.
• Receive practical training under supervision of experienced professionals.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Strong communication skills

Education

2:1 (or equivalent) Bachelor's of Law

Pass grade in Solicitors Qualification Exam

Job description

This is a rolling application for a March or September 2026 start date

Walkers is a leading international law and professional services firm providing legal, corporate, and fiduciary services to global corporations, financial institutions, capital market participants and investment fund managers. With a global presence spanning the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, we advise on the jurisdictions of Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Guernsey, Ireland and Jersey. Walkers treat everyone as the intelligent grown-ups they are. We take a grown-up approach to getting the job done – trusting and empowering our people to deliver consistently and enabling them to succeed. Diversity is our secret weapon – it is the sheer breadth of Walkers people that makes us who we are – gathered from across the globe and fluent in languages, jurisdictions and cultures that help us to mirror our clients and keep our own thinking in tune with the world we operate in.

Overview of role

Our Pupillage Programme is a comprehensive, structured training programme for qualified Bermudians and PRC holders. Work-based learning is a critical element for trainee lawyers. Our Pupillage Programme will provide you with the solid foundation needed for a successful career in law. With significant emphasis on training, development and support, our carefully designed and fully rounded training process will give you exposure to a wide range of legal disciplines as you receive closely supervised, practical training.

What you\'ll do

As a pupil you immediately become a part of our global team. You will be actively engaged in industry-leading transactions, often collaborating with colleagues from various offices and specialised practice areas. For 12 months you will learn from established experts as you rotate throughout the business, working on a broad range of legal matters in our Corporate, Finance, Funds, FinTech, Insurance, Insolvency, Dispute Resolution and Regulatory practices. Partners, senior counsel and associates who have a breadth of experience in these areas will help you to enhance skills and further develop your legal understanding. You will have a dedicated supervisor and a partner mentor throughout the programme.

Who we are looking for

Are you a Bermudian or PRC holder with a law degree, a demonstrated record of academic achievement who is commercially aware, is committed to a career in law at Walkers and who will embrace our high achieving, inclusive and supportive culture? If so, we would like to hear from you.

Pupillage contracts are offered to qualified Bermudians or PRC holders with consistent outstanding academic achievements, including a minimum of a 2:1 (or equivalent) Bachelors of Law or Graduate/Postgraduate Diploma in Law from a commonwealth institution and at least a Pass grade in the Solicitors Qualification Exam, the Legal Practice Course or the Bar Practice Course.

Checklist of documents to submit with application

• Current curriculum vitae detailing your education and work experience and any other extra-curricular achievements
• A cover letter which explains why you are interested in a career as an attorney and why you chose Walkers Bermuda
• Copies of all diplomas/certificates referenced in the completed application form
• Transcripts from High School, University and Law Qualification provider
• Proof of Bermudian citizenship* or PRC
  • In order to show proof of Bermudian citizenship or PRC only the following will be accepted:
    • a stamp in your passport confirming you are Bermudian or that you have Bermudian status; or
    • a letter from Immigration acknowledging your right to be Bermudian or the continuation of your right to be Bermudian; or
    • a Grant of Bermudian Status certificate from Immigration.

If you would like more information regarding this programme please send an email to#[e-mail]