Applications for work experience are now closed
We offer number of work experience placements in July and September every year, giving attendees an insight into life at a busy London law firm.
Our programme is designed to give attendees the opportunity to make the most out of their time at KN. During the programme you will sit in 5 of our practice areas, meeting people from across the firm and gaining real hands-on experience by sampling lots of different aspects of the role of a lawyer, including;
- Attending court and meetings with clients and counsel
- Legal research tasks
- Drafting documents
- Shadowing qualified lawyers
- General administration such as bundling
Applications for our Summer 2026 programme will open in early 2026
How to apply
Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, and entitled to work in the UK in order to apply, due to the sensitive nature of the work we undertake.
To ensure we have a comprehensive understanding of each applicant, we ask that you complete every section of the application form to the best of your ability. Please note that the "Additional Questions" section is particularly important, as your responses will play a significant role in our decision-making process for selecting successful candidates. The information you provide in other sections, such as work experience and education, will be used primarily for reporting purposes.
Due to the large volume of applications that we receive, we will only be able to contact and provide feedback to successful candidates.
If you have any queries regarding the work experience offered at Kingsley Napley, please email MMacKenzie-Williams@kingsleynapley.co.uk
FAQs
When does the Work Experience programme run?
4 weeks in July and 4 weeks in September.
When do applications close?
Midnight on 31st March 2025.
How do I apply?
Through Allhires, our online portal. Applications in any other format will not be accepted unless discussed with the People & Culture team beforehand.
Is it in person?
Yes.
Do I need to bring my own equipment?
No, we will provide you with a laptop, headset and mouse which you will have for the whole week, and we will store the equipment for you each evening.
Is there a dress code?
Yes, all attendees will need to adhere to our “smart casual” dress code. You will need to look presentable, but we will not ask you to wear a suit and tie!
What are the requirements?
- Applicants must be over 18 years old and show a keen interest in working in law and at Kingsley Napley.
- We will not offer work experience to candidates who have already received a training contract offer from Kingsley Napley or any other firms.
- You must have the legal right to work in the UK, and we will complete a right to work check on your first day in the office.
How do you select successful applicants?
There are a number of questions on the application form that judge a candidate’s commitment and suitability for the work experience programme. These are reviewed against a marking scheme. The application questions are motivation, strengths and skills based. We are not looking at any work experience you may have had beforehand.
Is the work experience paid?
No, but we will reimburse you for your travel costs and provide breakfast and lunch in our internal restaurant.
What is the format of the programme?
Successful applicants will attend 5 days of work experience, from 9:30am to 5:30 pm every day. Each day you will sit in one of our 11 practice areas. Tasks will include:
- Attending court and meetings with clients and counsel
- Legal research tasks
- Drafting documents
- Shadowing qualified lawyers
- General administration such as bundling
Can I choose which practice areas I sit in?
We will ask for your preferences which we will try to accommodate, however we cannot promise you will be given your top choices.
Can you apply for work experience and other roles?
Yes, you may apply for work experience, as well as our training contract and any other roles you may be interested in and suitable for at the firm.
I have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, is this something KN can provide?
Yes, when we contact you to offer work experience we will confirm any reasonable adjustments and discuss what you will need during your time with us. If you have any questions regarding adjustments please send them through to the People & Culture Helpdesk (PeopleSupport@kingsleynapley.co.uk) and one of the team will get back to you.