“There’s a real openness about the firm which makes it easy to be yourself.”
“Our commitment to diversity is reflected not only in the firm’s policies, programmes and committees, but also through our efforts to build and maintain a culture that values and gathers strength from difference.”
A working environment that inspires you
We have lots of social events throughout the year too, such as our Halloween pumpkin carving competition, and our summer and winter parties. For those who enjoy team sports we also have netball and football teams for anyone who is interested, whatever your ability. Everyone works hard here, but in the fun, supportive and collaborative environment we nurture, the results we deliver are significant and the sense of achievement equally so. Diversity At Kirkland, we believe that our ability to function at the very highest level of our profession is significantly enhanced by building a team of lawyers who bring us the benefits of a broad range of socioeconomic, racial, ethnic and personal backgrounds. Our lawyers and staff boast rich and varied backgrounds, knowledge and skills, and we value and encourage diversity with respect to each individual’s work style, career path and experiences.
Our commitment to diversity is reflected not only in the Firm’s policies, programmes and committees, but also through our efforts to build and maintain a culture that values and gathers strength from difference. – Pride Professional Network – Race and Ethnicity Professional Network – Women’s Professional Network Strategic Partnerships As part of our graduate recruitment we work closely with diversity organisations including Aspiring Solicitors, PRIME and SEO. Many of our current and past trainees utilised at least one of these diversity organisations when they were making their own applications, and were able to meet members of the firm through our partnered open days, work experience schemes and networking events.
Everything we’re proud of at Kirkland & Ellis stems from our open, dynamic, friendly, inclusive and professional culture that we’re committed to maintaining.
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Culture Our trainees feel the benefit of an inspirational working culture from the moment their training contract begins. In their first few weeks they undertake an induction programme that eases them in to their new working environment, with a focus on integration and making sure names and faces are quickly known amongst the whole London team. All of our partners operate an open door policy, ensuring any questions about matters or an individual’s role and development are dealt with in an unhindered way.
The atmosphere this helps to create encourages all of our associates and trainees to collaborate, share knowledge and inspire each other too. The result for our clients is a team of highly motivated and informed lawyers working on their projects, with everyone making the most of each other’s knowledge and experience to get the best result. It’s not just about work. Our lawyers and staff get together regularly in our café at breakfast and lunchtimes, as well as attending our themed monthly socials.
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